International Air Freight

Alongside our domestic services, Nguyen Logistics provides international air freight. Our carrier relationships include Cathay Pacific (CX), China Airlines (CI), Korean Air (KE), and China Southern (CZ). The service network described here also lists Japan (KIX), South Korea (ICN), and Indonesia (CKG). These connections help us offer competitive options for customers shipping internationally.

I. The international air freight market

Air freight continues to develop as a fast, safe, and efficient way to move goods. Although more expensive than other modes, it is well suited to time-sensitive shipments and high-value cargo.

1. Market overview

Vietnam has attracted growing interest from major international airlines. The market figures discussed here identify more than 30 foreign airlines connecting Vietnam with over 30 countries, including China, Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, the United States, Australia, Singapore, Thailand, and India. Markets receiving particular attention include:

• India: a promising air freight market. Vietnam Airlines and VietJet Air, together with India's IndiGo and SpiceJet, have resumed services between Vietnam and India in the market period described here.
• Singapore: another important market with strong potential for international air cargo trade.
• South Korea and Japan: routes between Vietnam and these markets have shown substantial development.

2. What is international air freight?

International air freight moves goods between countries on dedicated cargo aircraft or in passenger aircraft belly holds, with cargo handed over and received at the origin and destination airports.

Together with other transport modes, it supports international trade, cooperation, and economic development in Vietnam.

Despite higher freight costs, air transport is a practical option for urgent shipments, valuables, trial or sample products, and diplomatic cargo.

II. International air freight with Nguyen Logistics

For many customers, Nguyen Logistics is an established name in air freight. Through quality service, reliability, attentive support, and affordable pricing, Nguyen Logistics has become the choice of millions of customers.

1. Direct agency relationships with international airlines

At Nguyen Logistics , direct agency relationships with major international airlines help us secure cost-effective arrangements for our customers:

• Cathay Pacific (CX): a leading Hong Kong airline, described in this overview as the largest in Hong Kong and Asia. Established in 1946, it is based at Hong Kong International Airport.
• China Airlines (CI): a Taiwanese airline with substantial connections across Asia.
• Korean Air (KE): South Korea's national airline, connecting Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas through its two principal airports identified here as Incheon and Gimpo. 
• China Southern (CZ): a major Chinese airline operating passenger and cargo services with more than 600 aircraft in the fleet figures discussed here.
• United Airlines: described here as the largest US airline, serving destinations including Los Angeles, Chicago, and New York.

We also arrange shipments to Japan, Singapore, Thailand, and other markets in both directions. Our coverage extends across Asia, Europe, Africa, the Americas, and Oceania.

2. Our international air freight routes

Our network includes the following routes:

• Vietnam–Thailand, in both directions.
• Vietnam–Hong Kong, in both directions.
• Vietnam–Indonesia, in both directions.
• Vietnam–South Korea, in both directions.
• Vietnam–Japan, in both directions.
• Vietnam–Taiwan, in both directions.
• Vietnam–Germany, in both directions.
• Vietnam–Switzerland, in both directions.
• Vietnam–Sri Lanka, in both directions.
• Vietnam–France, in both directions.
• Vietnam–Sweden, in both directions.
• Vietnam–United Kingdom, in both directions.
• Vietnam–Brazil, in both directions.
• Vietnam–Belgium, in both directions.
• Vietnam–China, in both directions.

Other destinations include Norway, Italy, Finland, Uruguay, the Netherlands, and Canada.

3. Cargo categories

At Nguyen Logistics , our air freight services cover categories such as:

• Urgent airmail and express parcels.
• Live animals, human organs, and human remains.
• Perishables, including fresh flowers, food, and goods packed in ice.
• Pharmaceuticals.
• High-value consumer products such as perfume, phones, and fashion goods.

Businesses also need to understand which goods are prohibited under the service requirements. The categories listed here include:

• Narcotics, weapons, ammunition, swords, and similar items.
• Obscene publications and materials.
• Flammable or explosive objects and substances.
• Gold, silver, and precious stones.

III. Our international air freight process

We continually improve our procedures to provide a dependable international air freight service. Our workflow is as follows.

To arrange a shipment, we need:

+ Commodity description.

+ Quantity and weight of each package.

+ Cargo dimensions.

+ Your delivery arrangement: airport handover or delivery to the consignee's address.

+ Shipper and consignee details.

Our responsibilities:

Step 1: Once you choose our air freight service, we contact airlines to check the most favorable available rates.

Step 2: Secure the booking and cargo space.

Step 3: Issue a booking note showing flight times, flight numbers, schedules, cutoff times, and other relevant details.

Step 4: Check the goods, apply shipping marks, and attach the relevant weight labels after the cargo is weighed at the airport.

Step 5: Issue the air waybill and provide regular departure, progress, and arrival updates.

Step 6: Issue the debit note and payment invoice once delivery is complete.

IV. International air freight rates

1. How charges are calculated

Our rates are reasonable and competitive, with a commitment not to exceed market pricing.

The quote depends on cargo weight, origin and destination airports, insurance, and cargo value.

Air freight charge = freight rate × chargeable weight. The volume-based calculation given here is:

• Volumetric weight = cargo volume ÷ 6,000
• Cargo volume (cubic meters) = length × width × height.

Contact our hotline for advice and a specific quote for your route.

2. Delivery arrangements

• Door-to-door: from the factory or warehouse to your requested delivery address. Transit time: 4–5 days.
• Door-to-airport: from the factory or warehouse to the airport. Transit time: 2–3 days.
• Airport-to-airport: between the origin and destination airports. Transit time: 1 day.
• Airport-to-door: from the airport to your requested delivery address. Transit time: 2–3 days.

V. Why choose our air freight services?

1. The advantages of air transport  

• High speed, reaching 800–1,000 km/h, compared with ocean, road, and rail transport.
• A high level of safety and low risk, without the constraints of surface terrain.
• Airport connections between countries.
• Lower insurance costs than waterway or road transport.
• A low incidence of cargo losses.
• Lower storage costs through faster handling.

2. Our international air freight capabilities

• Relationships with airlines including Cathay Pacific (CX), China Airlines (CI), Korean Air (KE), and China Southern (CZ), alongside the airport and destination references listed here: Los Angeles (LAX), Chicago (ORD), Houston (IAH), New York (JFK), Japan (KIX), South Korea (ICN), and Indonesia (CKG).
• Clear advice, prompt quotations, and attractive offers for first-time customers, together with suitable arrangements for regular customers.
• Fast, accurate handling for a wide range of urgent and express shipments.
• 24/7 customer support, timely assistance, and regular status updates.
• A professional process with no additional charges after quotation.
• VAT invoices available on request.
• An integrated road-and-air network at airports, helping coordinate handling and reduce the risk of cargo being misplaced.
• Compensation of 100% of cargo value in the event of loss or damage.
• Discounts and commissions for businesses with frequent shipments, together with payment terms of up to 30 days.

VI. Frequently asked questions

Here are answers to common questions about international air freight.

International air freight is one of our core services. Direct agency relationships with multiple airlines help us provide quality service at cost-effective rates. Contact us to discuss your shipment in detail.