Lithuania
Air freight, sea freight and customs in Kaunas
Kaunas Airport is Lithuania's main freighter airport, at the centre of the country's logistics corridor.
Services in Kaunas
- Air freight in KaunasAir freight for time-critical and high-value cargo between Europe, the Americas and Asia.
- Sea freight in KaunasFCL and LCL sea freight on the main trade lanes, with pre-carriage and on-carriage by road or rail.
- Customs clearance in KaunasImport and export clearance by our in-house customs teams in 8 countries and by partner teams in the Ziem network.
Airports, seaports and connections in Kaunas
- AirportKaunas Airport
KUN - SeaportKlaipeda
Kaunas Airport (KUN) is Lithuania's main freighter airport and handles cargo flights in addition to passenger services. It lies at the centre of the country's logistics corridor, close to the A1 motorway. Vilnius Airport (VNO) adds belly capacity on routes to European hubs. For sea freight, the Port of Klaipeda is Lithuania's seaport, connected to Kaunas by motorway and rail.
The A1 motorway links Kaunas with Vilnius and Klaipeda, and the Via Baltica (E67) runs south through Marijampole towards Poland and north towards Riga. Kaunas is the first city in the Baltic states reached by the European-gauge rail line from Poland, and the Palemonas intermodal terminal handles rail freight. We arrange pick-up and delivery across Kaunas and central Lithuania.
Industries in Kaunas and how we support them
Kaunas has a strong manufacturing base, with automotive electronics producers such as Continental and Hella operating in the Kaunas Free Economic Zone, along with furniture, food and engineering companies. The city is also a logistics centre for transport companies serving the Baltic states, and a growing IT sector. Ziem Logistics supports these supply chains with air freight through our airline network via Kaunas or Vilnius, Next Flight Out and On-Board Courier for urgent production parts, road freight along the Via Baltica, sea freight via Klaipeda, and in-house customs clearance.
Operational logistics facts for Kaunas
| Hub | Specialisation | Local advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Kaunas Airport (KUN) | Freighter operations | Lithuania's main freighter airport |
| Kaunas Free Economic Zone | Automotive electronics, manufacturing | Production parts supplied by NFO or OBC |
| Palemonas intermodal terminal | Rail freight, European-gauge connection | Rail link towards Poland and Western Europe |
| Via Baltica (E67) | Road corridor between Poland and the Baltic states | Direct road freight to Central Europe |
Customs clearance in Lithuania
In-house customs team
Customs clearance in Lithuania is handled by our own in-house customs team.
Air freight to and from Lithuania is booked through our carrier network.
Importers in Lithuania need an EORI number issued by Lithuanian Customs.
Frequently asked questions
Can freight fly directly from Kaunas Airport?
Yes, Kaunas (KUN) handles freighter traffic, and we also use Vilnius (VNO) or a European hub depending on destination. Shipments move as air freight through our airline network, and we confirm cut-off times with every booking.
Can you supply urgent parts to a factory in the Kaunas FEZ?
Yes. We book Next Flight Out on the first available flight with customs pre-lodged, or an On-Board Courier, and arrange delivery to the plant once the goods are released.
Does winter weather affect air freight from Kaunas?
De-icing between November and March can delay departures. We take this into account and keep you informed of any changes to the planned flight.
Can you clear components imported into the Kaunas Free Economic Zone?
Yes. Our own customs team files declarations with Lithuanian Customs. Companies in the free economic zone may use specific customs procedures where authorised, which we take into account when preparing the declaration.
Do you handle export declarations for Kaunas manufacturers?
Yes. We prepare export declarations in-house for goods leaving the EU, providing the export evidence needed for VAT purposes. Controlled items are checked for licence requirements before booking.
Can goods move from Kaunas to non-EU countries under transit?
Yes. Goods can travel under transit to the external EU border or the destination customs office, with duties settled at destination. We prepare the transit documents in-house.