When does air freight make commercial sense?
When the vehicle's value, an event deadline or downtime cost exceeds the freight premium. Motorsport entries, auction lots, and £500k-plus collectors' cars are the usual candidates.
Air Freight Car Shipping from the UK
Air freight is the fastest way to move a vehicle internationally. From Heathrow, Stansted and East Midlands we charter capacity on Boeing 747-400F, 777F and Antonov AN-124 aircraft for time-critical movements such as motorsport rounds, Pebble Beach Concours, RM Sotheby's auctions and last-minute relocations.
Frequently asked questions
What is chargeable weight?
Airlines charge the greater of actual weight (kg) and dimensional weight (length × width × height ÷ 6,000). Most cars are dimensional, so a low, light hypercar can cost as much as a heavier SUV.
How is the car secured in the aircraft?
Loaded onto a main-deck pallet with chassis-grade airline straps, or directly to ULD nets in the lower hold. Loading is supervised by the airline's vehicle-handling team.
Can I ship a non-runner by air?
Yes, by flat-rack or pallet with winch loading. We will quote a small additional handling fee for non-runners.
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