International air freight
Air cargo between Europe, the Americas and Asia, with clearance planned before the cargo leaves origin.
International air freight, with customs built in
We move air cargo between Europe, the Americas and Asia, from single urgent cartons to regular consolidated volumes. Because we also clear customs, transit time and costs cover the full journey: we plan both the flight and the clearance.
- Door-to-door and airport-to-airportPick-up, export clearance, flight, import clearance and delivery, or any part of it.
- Time-critical shipmentsNext-flight-out options for spare parts and production-critical goods.
- Regular volumesConsolidated services and fixed schedules for recurring flows.
- Dangerous goods and special cargoOn request, subject to airline acceptance and the relevant regulations.
A broad air freight offering to Japan and South Korea
Japan and South Korea are among our strongest air freight destinations, with frequent connections from Europe and South-East Asia. Customs clearance there runs through the Ziem network.
Air freight by city
Local air freight pages with airports, seaports, seasonal risks and your contact.
Frequently asked questions
Can't find your answer? Email ops@ziem-logistics.com or call +49 40 57290280.
Which regions do you cover with air freight?
We ship air freight between Europe, the Americas and Asia, with our own air waybills in 17 markets and customs clearance in 21.
What is the difference between door-to-door and airport-to-airport?
Door-to-door includes pick-up, export clearance, the flight, import clearance and delivery. Airport-to-airport covers only the flight and airport handling; you or your partner arrange the rest.
How is air freight priced?
Air freight is charged by chargeable weight: the higher of the actual weight and the volume weight. The common airline factor is 1 cubic metre = 167 kg. Surcharges for fuel and security usually apply.
Can you ship dangerous goods by air?
Yes, on request and subject to airline acceptance. This includes lithium batteries, chemicals and dry ice, packed and documented under the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations.
What if my shipment is extremely urgent?
For time-critical shipments we offer Next Flight Out (first available flight) and on-board courier (hand-carried on a passenger flight).
Tell us about your shipment
Send us the lane, the goods and the timeline. We reply within one business day. For urgent cargo, call us directly.