Maersk Air Freight
Bypass disruptions with a faster, more frequent, and reliable service.
Services
Take control and resilience-proof your supply chain with our fast and flexible air freight services.
Air Freight
• Transparent real-time prices for routes across 75,000+ trade lanes worldwide
• First-class reliability – enabled by Maersk-owned fleet combined with a strategic network of partner airlines
• Accurate, real-time status of your shipments via air cargo tracking
Choose between 3 service levels with varying priorities to deliver at the speed you need:
| Service | Priority | Delivery time |
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Service
Priority Air
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Priority
When speed is essential
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Delivery time
Airport-to-airport in 1-3 days
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Service
Premium Air
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Priority
When flexibility is key
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Delivery time
Airport-to-airport in 3-5 days
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Service
Economy Air
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Priority
When cost matters most
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Delivery time
Airport-to-airport in 5-7 days
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Maersk Air Cargo
With decades of air freight experience and a fleet operated entirely under Maersk control, we deliver dependable capacity on key trade lanes. Our network is designed for speed and efficiency. By using less congested airports and Maersk-owned hubs, we bypass bottlenecks and reduce transit times.
Delivering full control of your cargo across 6 key trade lanes, we provide:
- Timely flight schedules delivered by highly skilled Maersk crew
- Adjustment of rotation schedule to meet your needs
- Customer-centric mindset and short communication lines
- Limited curfew restrictions and faster clearance timelines thanks to smaller, less congested airports
- Short airport delivery windows for critical cargo
- Maersk-owned hubs within proximity of airports in key cities for secure storage, consolidation, deconsolidation, and fulfilment services
- Specialised services for handling oversized, temperature-controlled or hazardous cargo, including lithium batteries
- Charter capabilities where needed
- Comprehensive, experienced, and regulated fleet maintenance
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Country / Airport |
Country / Airport |
Return flights p/w |
DG class capabilities |
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Country / Airport China / HGH |
Country / Airport USA / RFD |
Return flights p/w 5 |
DG class capabilities All classes, except Explosives (1) & Radioactive (7) |
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Country / Airport China / HGH |
Country / Airport Belgium / LGG |
Return flights p/w 4 |
DG class capabilities All classes, except Explosives (1) & Radioactive (7) |
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Country / Airport China / CGO |
Country / Airport Denmark / BLL |
Return flights p/w 6 |
DG class capabilities All classes, except Explosives (1) & Radioactive (7) |
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Country / Airport Belgium / LGG |
Country / Airport USA / GSP |
Return flights p/w 4 |
DG class capabilities All classes (1-9) |
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Country / Airport Belgium / LGG |
Country / Airport USA / RFD |
Return flights p/w 2 |
DG class capabilities All classes (1-9) |
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Country / Airport USA / GSP |
Country / Airport China / CGO |
Return flights p/w 2 |
DG class capabilities All classes (1-9) |
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Country / Airport USA / GSP |
Country / Airport Colombia / BOG |
Return flights p/w 2 |
DG class capabilities All classes (1-9) |
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Country / Airport USA / RFD |
Country / Airport Chile / SCL |
Return flights p/w 2 |
DG class capabilities All classes (1-9) |
Sea-Air
Maersk Sea-Air connects global ports and airports via our transhipment hubs to align cargo flow with your production needs. By moving your cargo to the right place at the right time, we avoid congestion and reduce storage costs.
With Maersk Sea-Air, you benefit from:
- Reduced transit times enabled by air freight
- Reduced costs enabled by ocean freight and removing need for storage
- One set of documents for the entire journey
- Full control over shipments with one point of contact
- Access to our global network – with hubs in Dubai, Singapore, and Los Angeles
- Track cargo 24/7 using one unique shipment ID
- Effective solution for delayed ocean shipments
- An option for tight capacity or expensive air freight markets and lanes
Air Charter
• A dedicated team of charter experts
• Highly customisable solutions to and from any destination, 24/7/365
• Live tracking and proactive status updates
Our Air Charter service is your one point of contact to deal directly with airlines. With no broker involvement, we avoid delays and expedite cargo for utmost reliability.
You can move all types of cargo – from spare parts under 10kg to large machinery over 100 tonnes. Ideal for industries including Oil & Gas, Automotive, Mining, Emergency Response, and Defence.
Additional services
Fast and flexible for all your supply chain needs.
Dangerous goods
Special cargo
Maersk ECO Delivery Air
Why Maersk Air Freight Services?
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Book air freight online
Follow the steps below or check out the video on how to book your standard air shipments online.
Contact our air experts
To book Air Charter, Sea-Air, Maersk Air Cargo or special services – or simply talk to us about your air freight needs – please get in touch.
Simplify your bookings with Maersk Air Freight
Take advantage of getting instant prices on your shipment, browse through an easy-to-navigate booking interface and even track your goods. All in one convenient and easy-to-navigate platform.
Let us guide you through the first steps of your digital journey and help you choose the best service to match your needs.
How Maersk Air Cargo moved a critical safety component from Asia to Europe
When a leading German carmaker needed urgent transport for a Class 9 dangerous good (DG), Maersk Air Cargo delivered fast, safely, and in full compliance.
Our own-controlled freight network and strict SOPs ensured fewer touchpoints, smoother handling, and built-in flexibility to avoid disruptions.
Proof is in the numbers
Our global air freight services reach every corner of the world.
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No matter your industry, we provide global and local services for businesses of all sizes, helping you unlock the full potential of your supply chain.
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