# Air Freight Rates 2026: Cost per kg by Route

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**How much does air freight cost?** Air freight rates are based on **chargeable weight** (the greater of actual or volumetric weight), route, and service level. Below are transparent 2026 rate ranges plus an instant, no-registration quote.

## Key takeaways

- **Economy air freight:** ~**€1.50–4.00 / kg** (slower, consolidated).

- **Standard air freight:** ~**€3.00–8.00 / kg**.

- **Express air freight:** ~**€8.00–15.00 / kg** (fastest, door-to-door).

- Main cost drivers: **chargeable weight, route, fuel & security surcharges, volumetric ratio**.

## Air freight rates 2026 – guideline (€/kg)

Service | 
Transit | 
€/kg (guideline) | 

Economy (consolidated) | 
5–9 days | 
1.50–4.00 € | 

Standard | 
3–5 days | 
3.00–8.00 € | 

Express (door-to-door) | 
1–3 days | 
8.00–15.00 € | 

Guideline rates per chargeable kg. Actual price depends on route, weight, dimensions and seasonal demand. Updated: July 2026.

## Example lane guidelines (standard, €/kg)

Lane | 
€/kg | 

Frankfurt → New York (JFK) | 
2.50–5.00 € | 

Frankfurt → Shanghai (PVG) | 
3.00–6.50 € | 

Frankfurt → Dubai (DXB) | 
2.00–4.50 € | 

Frankfurt → São Paulo (GRU) | 
3.50–7.00 € | 

Indicative ranges; get a live quote for exact pricing.

## What affects air freight cost?

- **Chargeable weight:** the greater of actual weight and volumetric weight (L×W×H cm ÷ 6000).

- **Route & capacity:** lane demand, direct vs. transit, airline capacity.

- **Surcharges:** fuel (FSC) and security (SSC) surcharges per kg.

- **Service level:** economy vs. express; door-to-door vs. airport-to-airport.

- **Handling:** dangerous goods, temperature control, oversize.

## FAQ

**How much does air freight cost per kg?**
Guideline air freight rates are ~€1.50–4.00/kg economy, €3.00–8.00/kg standard, and €8.00–15.00/kg express, depending on route, chargeable weight and season.

**How is chargeable weight calculated?**
Chargeable weight is the greater of actual weight and volumetric weight. Volumetric weight (kg) = length × width × height (cm) ÷ 6000.

**How long does air freight take?**
Typically 1–3 days express, 3–5 days standard, and 5–9 days economy/consolidated, plus customs clearance.

**How do I get an instant air freight quote?**
Use our free calculator or request a quote below — no registration required. You get an indicative price instantly and a firm rate by email.

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