Air Transport

Air transport is the fastest and safest mode of transportation. Through our extensive network of partners, we can handle everything from small parcels to entire shipments, delivering to the farthest corners of the world. We transport standard, perishable, and dangerous goods.

As a freight agent, Granel OÜ collaborates with all the airlines serving Tallinn Airport, as well as major airlines operating in European hubs.

Our network of partners spans more than 190 countries. We cater to all business sectors, including automotive, energy, construction and manufacturing, retail, healthcare, technology, life sciences, and chemicals, among others.

FAQs

What documents are related to air transport?

When shipping goods via air freight, you may encounter the following documents: Certificate of Origin, Master Air Waybill, House Air Waybill, Dangerous Goods Declaration, Manifest, Export Packing List, Commercial Invoice, Export, Transit and Import Declarations, ATR Certificate, etc.

What kinds of goods are restricted or prohibited for air transport?

Certain goods are restricted or prohibited for air transport, but many can still be transported by following specific procedures. For instance, dangerous goods require appropriate packaging, documentation, and labeling. By adhering to the rules and limitations set out by IATA DGR, we can safely transport these items.

Some examples of restricted and prohibited goods include human or animal remains or ashes, aerosols, firearms and ammunition, dry ice, life jackets, lithium batteries, alcoholic beverages, animals, tobacco, furs, fine art, perishables, pharmaceuticals, etc.

The list is not exhaustive. For more information, please contact our Air Transport Department.

What are the air freight prices and shipping costs?

In air freight shipping, volume and weight are crucial factors. Airlines charge by chargeable weight, which is either the dimensional weight or the actual weight, whichever is higher.

In air freight, the chargeable weight is calculated as 1 m³ = 167 kg.

Depending on the shipping incoterms, additional factors may influence the main air freight rate. These can include fuel surcharges, security surcharges, customs brokerage, pick-up and delivery fees, terminal handling, documentation, dangerous goods surcharges, storage, airport transfers, EDI, etc.