Air France Cargo — Freight Services, Routes & Rates

Description

Air France Cargo — French Cargo Network

Air France (IATA: AF, ICAO: AFR) is France’s flag carrier and a major global cargo operator. Operating from its hub at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Air France Cargo serves 56 countries across 115 route pairs through 124 airports. With approximately 437 scheduled flights weekly, Air France is a major player in international air cargo.

Air France Cargo Routes

Route	Departure Airports	Arrival Airports	Flights
United States → France	ATL, BOS, EWR	CDG, ORY	19
France → Spain	CDG	AGP, BCN, BIO	15
Germany → France	BER, BRE, DUS	CDG	14
France → United States	CDG, ORY	ATL, BOS, EWR	14
France → Netherlands	CDG, LYS, MRS	AMS	14
Spain → France	AGP, BCN, BIO	CDG, ORY	13
Netherlands → France	AMS	BOD, CDG, LIL	12
France → Germany	CDG	BRE, DUS, FRA	10
United Kingdom → France	ABZ, BHX, CWL	CDG	7
Switzerland → France	GVA, ZRH	CDG	7
France → United Kingdom	CDG	ABZ, BHX, CWL	6
France → Switzerland	CDG	GVA	6
Italy → France	BLQ, BRI, FLR	CDG	5
France → China	CDG	CAN, PEK, PVG	4
Poland → France	WAW	CDG	4
Brazil → France	FOR, GIG, GRU	CDG	4
France → Poland	CDG	WAW	4
France → Brazil	CDG	FOR, GIG, GRU	4
France → Italy	CDG	FLR, NAP, VCE	3
China → France	CAN, PEK, PVG	CDG	3
Ireland → France	DUB	CDG	3
India → France	BLR, BOM, DEL	CDG	3
Canada → France	YUL, YVR, YYZ	CDG	3
Denmark → France	BLL, CPH	CDG	3
UAE → France	AUH, DXB	CDG	3
France → India	CDG	BLR, BOM	3
France → Canada	CDG	YUL, YVR, YYZ	3

Main Cargo Hubs & Airports

Air France operates cargo services through 124 airports worldwide. The primary hub is Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), Europe’s second-largest cargo airport with dedicated cargo terminals handling over 2 million tonnes annually. CDG’s geographic position provides efficient routing to Africa, the Americas, and the Middle East.

CDG – Paris Charles de Gaulle · AMS – Amsterdam Schiphol · ORY – Paris Orly · CAN – Guangzhou · MRS – Marseille · LAX – Los Angeles · SIN – Singapore · DUB – Dublin · PEK – Beijing · SFO – San Francisco · WAW – Warsaw · FRA – Frankfurt · JFK – New York JFK · GRU – São Paulo · PVG – Shanghai · DEL – Delhi

Countries Served

Air France Cargo connects 56 countries: Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Austria, Belarus, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cuba, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Guadeloupe, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Italy, Jordan, Latvia, Lebanon, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Maldives, Martinique, Mexico, Montenegro, Nepal, Netherlands, Norway, Panama, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Serbia, Singapore, Sint Maarten, Slovenia, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, and United States.

Cargo Rates & Pricing

Air France cargo rates vary by route, season, and cargo type. Typical ranges:

• France – Europe: €2.20–€3.80/kg
• France – USA/Canada: €3.50–€7.00/kg
• France – Africa: €3.00–€6.50/kg
• France – Asia: €3.50–€7.00/kg
• France – South America: €4.00–€8.50/kg
• France – Caribbean/DOM-TOM: €4.00–€7.50/kg

Rates depend on chargeable weight (actual vs. volumetric), cargo class, and service level. Use our freight calculator for a quick estimate, or request a precise quote.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Paris CDG a top cargo airport?

Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is Europe’s second-largest cargo airport, handling over 2 million tonnes annually. CDG has dedicated freight terminals operated by Air France Cargo, with specialized facilities for pharmaceuticals, perishables, live animals, and valuables. Its position in northern France provides efficient routing to Africa, the Americas, and Asia.

Does Air France fly dedicated freighter aircraft?

Yes, Air France Cargo operates Boeing 777F full-freighter aircraft in addition to belly cargo on its extensive passenger fleet of 777s, A350s, and A330s. The 777F freighters can carry up to 102 tonnes per flight, serving high-demand routes to Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Combined with KLM’s network, AFKLMP Cargo is one of the world’s largest cargo airlines.

How does the Air France–KLM cargo partnership work?

Air France and KLM operate a combined cargo division — AFKLMP Cargo — providing access to both Paris CDG and Amsterdam AMS hubs. This dual-hub strategy offers shippers more routing options and frequencies. Cargo booked on Air France can connect via Amsterdam and vice versa, creating one of Europe’s most comprehensive cargo networks.

What special cargo does Air France handle?

Air France Cargo offers specialized products: EQUATION (pharmaceuticals with GDP compliance), FRESH (perishables), LIVE (animals), SAFE (valuables), COHESION (humanitarian cargo), and VARIATION (oversized cargo). The airline is particularly strong in African perishable imports and pharmaceutical distribution across Europe.

How long does Air France air freight take?

Transit times from Paris CDG: to European capitals 1 day, to USA East Coast 1–2 days, to West Africa 1 day (direct), to Asia 2–3 days, to South America 2–3 days, to Caribbean/DOM-TOM 1–2 days. Air France’s strong African network offers some of the fastest Europe–Africa cargo connections available.

Disclaimer: Rates and schedules shown are indicative and subject to change. Actual pricing depends on cargo specifications, season, and availability. Contact us for current rates. Data updated April 2026.