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Air Freight from UK to USA (Fast Airport Cargo Service)

Express Air Freight to USA from UK – 2 to 5 Days Delivery

air freight from UK to USA cargo plane airport shipping service — Fast and secure air freight from the UK to the USA with delivery in as little as 2–5 working days.

Looking for fast and reliable air freight from the UK to the USA?
Cargonaija provides priority air cargo services designed for urgent shipments, business deliveries, and time-sensitive goods.

Unlike sea shipping, our air freight service focuses on speed, reliability, and secure airport delivery, making it the ideal choice when time is critical.

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Why Choose Our Air Freight to USA?

Fast delivery: 2–5 working days
Airport cargo service across major US cities
UK-wide collection available
Real-time shipment tracking
Secure and professional handling
Suitable for urgent personal & commercial shipments

📍 UK Collection Coverage

We collect from all major UK cities including:

London, Manchester, Birmingham, Liverpool, Glasgow, Leeds, Bristol, Coventry, Reading, Milton Keynes, Luton and surrounding areas.

👉 No matter where you are in the UK, we can arrange pickup.

How Air Freight to USA Works

1. Book Your Shipment

Complete our booking form or contact our team.

2. Collection or Drop-Off

Drop off at our London warehouse OR
Request doorstep collection

3. Cargo Processing

Your shipment is weighed, processed, and prepared for flight.

4. Air Dispatch

Cargo is flown to the USA via priority routes.

5. Airport Arrival

Receiver is notified for pickup at the destination airport.

Weight & Pricing Rule (Very Important)

Air freight charges are based on:

Actual weight, OR
Volumetric (dimensional) weight

👉 Whichever is higher is used for billing.

Volumetric Weight Explained

volumetric weight formula air freight UK to USA length width height divided by 5000 — Air freight charges are based on the higher of actual weight or volumetric weight (L × W × H ÷ 5000).

$Weight=Length×Width×Height5000\text{Volumetric Weight} = \frac{Length \times Width \times Height}{5000}$

💡 Tip: Reduce package size to lower cost.

Air Freight Price Guide (Airport Delivery)

Destination Airport	Price per KG	Min Weight	Transit Time	Handling Fee
JFK (New York)	£5.50	40kg	2–5 Days	£40
Columbus	£5.90	40kg	2–5 Days	£40
Dallas	£6.70	40kg	2–5 Days	£40
Los Angeles	£6.50	40kg	2–5 Days	£40
San Francisco	£5.50	40kg	2–5 Days	£40
Chicago	£6.60	40kg	2–5 Days	£40
Washington DC	£6.50	40kg	2–5 Days	£40
Las Vegas	£6.60	40kg	2–5 Days	£40

⚠️ Prices are airport-to-airport and subject to change.

🚫 Important Note on Delivery

airport cargo terminal USA air freight shipment arrival UK to USA — Air freight shipments are delivered to major US airport cargo terminals for fast and efficient collection.

This service is primarily airport cargo delivery.

👉 Door delivery can be arranged at additional cost depending on destination.

What You Can Send via Air Freight

Personal belongings
Excess baggage
Commercial goods
Electronics (non-hazardous)
Documents and parcels

🚫 Restricted Items

We do not ship:

Hazardous materials
Weapons
Flammable goods
Certain food or perishables

Packaging Guidelines

how to package items for air freight UK to USA secure boxes fragile wrapping — Proper packaging ensures your cargo arrives safely and reduces the risk of damage during air transport.

Use strong cartons or suitcases
Clearly label all packages
Mark fragile items appropriately
Add cushioning for protection

Customs & Duties (USA)

Duties may apply based on shipment value
Receiver may be contacted for payment
Commodity codes may be required

⚡ Looking for a Cheaper Option Instead?

If your shipment is not urgent and you want to reduce cost, consider our shipping from UK to USA service, which includes LCL (groupage) and full container shipping options.

💡 Sea freight is ideal for large shipments but takes 6–12 weeks

Air Freight vs Sea Shipping (Quick Guide)

Feature	Air Freight	Sea Freight
Speed	2–5 Days	6–12 Weeks
Cost	Higher	Lower
Best For	Urgent shipments	Bulk cargo
Delivery Type	Airport	Port

FAQ – Air Freight from UK to USA

How long does air freight to USA take?

Typically 2–5 working days depending on destination.

What is the minimum weight?

Minimum is 40kg, smaller parcels attract minimum charge.

How are charges calculated?

Based on the higher of actual or volumetric weight.

Can I track my shipment?

Yes — full tracking is available from collection to delivery.

Is this door-to-door delivery?

Primarily airport delivery, but door delivery can be arranged at extra cost.

Book Air Freight to USA Today

📞 02039045521
📧 info@cargonaija.com

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Prohibited Items

The services provided to us by the couriers do not allow the following items on their network.

Any person sending items considered to be Prohibited will be subject to their order being canceled.

No animal products, Goods made from or containing animal products.
Any sized white goods or small appliances such as washing machines, water heaters and any similar domestic or commercial appliances.
Drugs or medicines, in any form or state, are fully restricted.
Hazardous Items*, Any goods, products or other items containing, in whole or in part, hazardous materials.
Liquids of all kinds are prohibited.
Perishable Goods*, Any product in which quality deteriorates due to environmental conditions through time, needs to be kept chilled or frozen. Such as perishable food like meat, fish, dairy products, flowers, etc. are prohibited.
Large vehicle parts or over 15 Kg. Vehicle parts that contain fluid, oil or fumes are prohibited.
Weapons of all kinds are prohibited.
Items Not Protected, The services provided to us by the couriers will deliver the following items, however, you do so at your own risk. The item will not be protected for any loss or damage, however, if the item is lost within the network we will refund the cost of the carriage only.
Glass items of any kind, including glassware can be sent at the risk of the sender. These items will not be eligible for protection in the event of damage.
Fragile materials such as bone china, fine china and porcelain are not protected for any loss or damage.
All jewelry items can be sent but are considered ‘no protection’.
To view, the full list of prohibited and restricted items list click here. Items found in any of our shipment and deemed to be prohibited can be held by us or courier partners and dealt with as see fit, including but not limited to, disposing of the item.
Furniture & Electricals*, Including objects such as tables, chairs, desks, beds or electronic devices. Must be within service restrictions and packaged correctly.
Instruments*, All Musical Instruments must be sent in a hard case and boxed. Maximum parcel protection value is up to £1,000.00 for lost items.
Ornaments*, Must not be made of porcelain, china or glass (non-comp items).
Bicycles can be sent but are not protected for damage, please ensure these are correctly packaged in a box with the wheels detached and handlebars in a straight position.