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Air freight

Air freight to Nigeria, in days not weeks

When your goods can't wait for a ship, we fly them in. We book the space, clear the cargo at Lagos airport and bring it to your door.

From the UKFrom ChinaFrom the USAFrom the UAEExports
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Is air the right choice for your cargo?

Air costs more per kilo than sea. It earns its keep when time matters more than price: a customer waiting, a machine down, a shelf that needs restocking this week, not next month.

If your shipment is heavy or not urgent, sea freight will almost always save you money. Not sure? Send us the weight and size and we'll tell you honestly which works out better.

What our air customers usually send

  • Samples and urgent spare parts
  • Phones, laptops and other small electronics
  • Fashion, hair and beauty stock for a quick restock
  • Documents and business supplies
  • Smaller shipments, usually under about 500 kg

How long it takes

Typical door-to-door times into Lagos, counted from when your cargo is ready to fly.

RouteEconomyExpress
China to Lagos5 to 7 days3 to 5 days
UK to Lagos4 to 6 days3 to 4 days
USA to Lagos5 to 7 days4 to 5 days
UAE to Lagos3 to 5 days2 to 3 days

These are typical times, not guarantees. Flight space, public holidays and how quickly documents are ready all play a part. We confirm the timeline for your shipment when we quote.

From pickup to your door

Pickup or drop-off

Your supplier delivers to the departure warehouse we give you, or we arrange collection.

Booked and flown

We book the next suitable flight and send you the air waybill number.

Cleared in Lagos

PAAR, duty and examination are handled at the Murtala Muhammed Airport cargo terminal.

Delivered

We bring it to you in Lagos, or send it on by road to any other state.

Worth knowing before you ship by air

Batteries, perfumes and liquids

Lithium batteries, perfumes, aerosols and some chemicals fall under airline safety rules. Tell us up front so your cargo isn't held back at departure.

Weight or size, whichever is more

Airlines charge on actual weight or volumetric weight (length x width x height in cm, divided by 6,000). Light but bulky boxes can cost more than you'd think, so send us the dimensions.

Permits still apply

Food, cosmetics and medicines need NAFDAC documents whether they come by air or sea. We'll tell you what applies when we quote.

Pack it to travel

Strong cartons, proper padding and clear labels with your name and phone number save a lot of trouble at the other end.

FAQ

Air freight questions

Anything else? Ask us on WhatsApp.

How long does air freight from China to Nigeria take?

Usually 5 to 7 days on economy and 3 to 5 days on express, door to door into Lagos. Delivery to other states adds road time on top.

Is air freight cheaper than sea freight?

No. Per kilo, air costs more. For small, urgent shipments it can still be the better deal, because you are not paying for container space and your money isn't tied up in goods sitting at sea for weeks.

What is volumetric weight?

It is how airlines price light but bulky cargo. Multiply length, width and height in centimetres and divide by 6,000. You pay on whichever is higher, the actual weight or this figure.

Can you deliver outside Lagos?

Yes. After clearing at Lagos airport, we send your goods on by road to any state in Nigeria.

Need something flown in?

Send the weight, size and pickup city and we'll come back with a quote in naira.