Air freight
Air Freight Company in Dubai — Fast, Reliable Air Cargo Worldwide
Express, consolidated, charter and door-to-door air cargo between Dubai and the world — and between any two airports we serve.
When cargo needs to move fast, safely and on schedule, it goes by air. MEPL International is one of the air freight companies in Dubai that businesses rely on for urgent stock, high-value goods and time-critical spare parts — with air cargo services from Dubai International (DXB) and Al Maktoum International (DWC) to every major airport in the world.
As an air freight forwarder in Dubai, we book space with leading airlines, prepare the air waybill and documents, clear customs at both ends and deliver door to door. And because our network is international, we also move air freight between other countries — from China, India, Turkey or Europe into Pakistan, the GCC, Africa or Central Asia — not just shipments that start in the UAE.
Our services
Air freight services in Dubai for every kind of cargo
From a single urgent carton to a full aircraft charter, our air freight services in Dubai are built around how fast your cargo needs to arrive and how much you want to spend.
Express air freight
Next-flight-out and priority bookings for urgent shipments, spare parts and time-critical stock.
Standard airport-to-airport
Cost-effective air cargo on scheduled flights for regular shipments, with full tracking.
Consolidated air cargo
Share space on a master air waybill to cut the cost of smaller loads.
Door-to-door air freight
Pickup, export clearance, flight, import clearance and final delivery under one quote.
Air charter
Full or part aircraft charters for oversized, very urgent or high-value cargo.
Temperature-controlled
Cold-chain air freight for pharmaceuticals, healthcare products and perishables.
Dangerous goods (DG)
Classification, packing and IATA DG documentation for regulated cargo.
Sea-air
Ocean freight to a hub, then onward by air — faster than sea, cheaper than all-air.
Free tool
Air freight chargeable weight calculator
Airlines don't simply charge by the scale. They compare the actual weight of your shipment with its volumetric weight — the space it takes up in the aircraft — and bill whichever is higher. That figure is the chargeable weight.
Volumetric weight formula (IATA)
Length × Width × Height (cm) ÷ 6,000 = kg
Example: a 100 × 80 × 60 cm box weighing 50 kg has a volumetric weight of 80 kg, so it is charged as 80 kg.
Add each size of carton or pallet below to see your gross, volumetric and chargeable weight instantly.
Enter the number of pieces, their dimensions in centimetres and the weight of one piece.
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Air freight charges in Dubai: how cost per kg is worked out
There is no single price list for air freight from Dubai. Your rate depends on the route, the airline, the cargo type and — most of all — the chargeable weight, which decides your weight break.
Weight breaks — the more you ship, the less per kg
| Minimum charge | Flat charge for very small shipments |
|---|---|
| Up to 45 kg (−45) | Highest rate per kg |
| +45 kg | Lower rate per kg |
| +100 kg | Lower again |
| +300 kg | Volume rate |
| +500 kg | Volume rate |
| +1,000 kg | Best rate per kg |
Surcharges and fees added to the freight rate
| Fuel surcharge (FSC) | Per kg, moves with jet fuel prices |
|---|---|
| Security surcharge (SSC) | Per kg, covers screening and security |
| Air waybill (AWB) fee | Per shipment |
| Terminal handling | At origin and destination airports |
| Customs clearance | Export and import declarations |
| Pickup and delivery | For door-to-door shipments |
Other factors include seasonality and peak periods, direct versus transit routings, special handling (dangerous goods, temperature control, oversized pieces), insurance and duties at destination. We quote every charge upfront, so the price you approve is the price you pay.
Transit times
How long does air cargo take?
| Express / next flight out | 1–3 days |
|---|---|
| Standard airport-to-airport | 2–5 days |
| Consolidated air cargo | 4–8 days |
| Sea-air | 10–20 days |
Typical door-to-door ranges; actual times depend on flight schedules, connections and customs at destination.
Routes
Air cargo routes we serve worldwide
Our air cargo Dubai network ships to every continent, import into the UAE from China, India, the UK and Europe, and run cross-trade air freight between other countries.
Air cargo from Dubai to CIS & Russia
Moscow (SVO, DME), Almaty (ALA), Tashkent (TAS), Baku (GYD), Tbilisi (TBS) and Bishkek (FRU) — with our own office in Kazakhstan.
India & South Asia
Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Bengaluru, Karachi, Lahore, Colombo and Dhaka.
GCC & Middle East
Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, Doha, Muscat, Kuwait, Bahrain, Amman and Cairo.
Africa
Lagos, Nairobi, Johannesburg, Addis Ababa, Accra, Dar es Salaam, Casablanca and Lusaka.
Air cargo from Dubai to Europe & UK
London, Frankfurt, Paris, Amsterdam, Istanbul, Milan, Madrid and Warsaw.
Americas
New York, Chicago, Miami, Los Angeles, Toronto, Vancouver, Mexico City and São Paulo.
Asia-Pacific
Shanghai, Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Seoul, Tokyo and Sydney.
How it works
How your air freight moves, step by step
- 1
Tell us about the cargo
Route, pieces, dimensions, weight, commodity and ready date — or use the calculator above.
- 2
Routing and rate
We compare airlines and routings and send a clear, all-in quote with transit time.
- 3
Booking and export clearance
We book space, prepare the air waybill and documents, and clear export customs.
- 4
Flight and tracking
Your cargo flies on the agreed routing, with AWB tracking and milestone updates.
- 5
Import clearance and delivery
We clear customs at destination and deliver to your door or warehouse.
Paperwork
Documents required for air cargo
- Air waybill (AWB) — The contract of carriage and tracking number for the shipment.
- Commercial invoice — Seller, buyer, goods description, HS code and value.
- Packing list — Number of pieces, dimensions and weight of each package.
- Certificate of origin — Required by some countries and for preferential duty rates.
- Dangerous goods declaration & SDS — For hazardous cargo, under IATA DG Regulations.
- Permits and certificates — Import permits, health or conformity certificates where required.
In Dubai, import cargo is declared to Dubai Customs and released at the airport cargo terminal once duties are paid. Our customs clearance team handles it for you.
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Air freight vs sea freight
| Air freight | Sea freight | |
|---|---|---|
| Transit time | Days | Weeks |
| Cost per kg | Higher | Much lower |
| Best for | Urgent, high-value, perishable, light cargo | Heavy, bulky, non-urgent cargo |
| Charged on | Chargeable weight (actual vs ÷6,000) | Container (FCL) or CBM / tonne (LCL) |
| Handling & risk | Fewer touchpoints, lower damage risk | More handling, longer exposure |
| Inventory cost | Lower stock in transit | More capital tied up in transit |
Need something in between? Our sea-air multimodal option or sea freight may suit you better.
Industries
Air cargo expertise across sectors
Pharmaceuticals & healthcare
Temperature-controlled, time-critical medicines and medical devices.
Oil, gas & energy
Urgent spare parts and equipment to keep operations running.
Automotive & aerospace
Production parts and AOG-style urgent spares.
Electronics & technology
High-value, low-weight goods that need secure, fast transit.
E-commerce & retail
Fast replenishment and launches where speed sells.
Food & perishables
Fresh produce, seafood and flowers in the cold chain.
Why choose MEPL among air cargo companies in Dubai
- Accredited and trusted. WCA and FIATA member, in freight forwarding since 2014.
- Airline options, not one carrier. We compare carriers and routings to balance price and transit time.
- Customs in-house. Export and import clearance handled by our own team.
- Special cargo handled. Dangerous goods, cold chain and oversized pieces.
- Cross-trade worldwide. Cargo moved between third countries — e.g. London to Sydney — not only via Dubai.
6 ways to cut your air freight cost
- 1Consolidate several small shipments into one to reach a cheaper weight break.
- 2Reduce empty space in cartons — air freight bills volume as well as weight.
- 3Book early; last-minute capacity on busy lanes costs more.
- 4Compare direct flights with transit routings via major hubs.
- 5Consider sea-air for shipments that are urgent but not critical.
- 6Get the paperwork right first time to avoid storage and demurrage at the airport.
FAQ
Air freight in Dubai — frequently asked questions
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