The Ship Cars

    Air Freight Car Shipping from the UK

    The fastest way to get your vehicle anywhere in the world — door-to-door in days, not weeks.

    When time matters more than cost, air freight is the only option that delivers a vehicle in days rather than weeks. Cars are loaded into a specialist air cargo crate or pallet and flown on dedicated freighter aircraft, cutting transit time to a fraction of sea freight.

    The Ship Cars arranges air freight vehicle shipping from Heathrow, East Midlands and Stansted cargo terminals for time-critical relocations, race and rally cars needing to reach an event, and high-value vehicles where owners want the shortest possible transit exposure.

    Why Choose Our Air Freight Car Shipping

    Fastest Transit Available

    Most destinations worldwide can be reached in 2–5 days door-to-door, versus 2–6 weeks by sea.

    Ideal for Time-Critical Moves

    Perfect for race cars needing to reach a circuit, urgent relocations, or last-minute purchase completions.

    Reduced Transit Exposure

    Less time in transit means less time exposed to handling risk — a key reason high-value cars sometimes travel by air.

    Cargo Terminal Network

    We work with UK cargo terminals equipped for vehicle loading, including height and weight-restricted specialist freighters.

    Dedicated Documentation Handling

    Air waybills, export declarations and customs paperwork are prepared in advance to avoid delays at the cargo terminal.

    Available for Non-Standard Sizes

    With the right aircraft and crate configuration, even race cars and larger 4x4s can be accommodated.

    How It Works

    01

    Urgent Quote Request

    Contact us with your vehicle dimensions, weight and required delivery date — air freight availability is confirmed against flight schedules.

    02

    Booking Cargo Space

    We reserve space with an air cargo carrier and confirm crate or pallet requirements for your vehicle.

    03

    Crating & Terminal Delivery

    Your vehicle is professionally crated or palletised and delivered to the cargo terminal ahead of the flight.

    04

    Flight & Tracking

    The vehicle is flown to the destination airport, with flight and customs status updates provided throughout.

    05

    Rapid Destination Release

    We coordinate with the destination cargo agent to expedite customs clearance and release for collection.

    Indicative Pricing

    Prices are estimates for a standard car. Get an exact quote for your vehicle.

    Europe (Air Freight)

    2–3 day transit

    £3,800

    Middle East (Air Freight)

    3–4 day transit

    £5,500

    USA & Canada (Air Freight)

    3–5 day transit

    £7,200

    Asia & Oceania (Air Freight)

    4–6 day transit

    £8,900

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How much faster is air freight than sea shipping?
    Air freight typically delivers in 2–6 days door-to-door worldwide, compared to 2–6 weeks for sea freight, though it costs considerably more per vehicle.
    Why is air freight so much more expensive than sea shipping?
    Pricing reflects both the volumetric weight charged by air cargo carriers and the significantly higher fuel and handling costs of air transport compared to sea vessels.
    Can any vehicle be shipped by air?
    Most cars can be air freighted, but size and weight are restricted by aircraft cargo door dimensions and freighter capacity. We confirm feasibility for your specific vehicle before quoting.
    Who typically uses air freight for car shipping?
    Common uses include race and rally cars needing to reach an event on a fixed date, urgent relocations, and high-value vehicles where owners prioritise minimal transit time.
    Does air freight include ground transport?
    We can arrange collection to the UK cargo terminal and onward delivery from the destination airport as part of a full door-to-door service.

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