Question 1

How fast does air freight from the UK arrive at destination airports?

Accepted Answer

Direct scheduled air freight flights from London Heathrow (LHR) to major African hubs such as Nairobi (NBO) and Lagos (LOS) arrive within 24 to 48 hours. Connected flights to Dar es Salaam, Entebbe, and Kigali arrive within 48 to 72 hours.

Question 2

How is volumetric weight calculated for air freight?

Accepted Answer

Airlines use the IATA standard volumetric formula: (Length in cm × Width in cm × Height in cm) ÷ 6,000. Chargeable weight is the greater of actual scale gross weight versus volumetric weight.

Question 3

What documents do I need to export goods from the UK by air?

Accepted Answer

For commercial cargo, you need an itemized Commercial Invoice with HS tariff codes, a Packing List, and consignee details. RTZ prepares the Air Waybill (AWB) and submits the HMRC CDS digital export declaration.