【 Cross border Knowledge 】 In depth Analysis of the Differences between International Express Delivery and International Air Freight

Cross border knowledge

For international air freight and international express delivery, we subconsciously think they should be the same thing. So, are they really the same thing? Today, Xiaoyang will give you a detailed explanation of the differences between international express delivery and international air freight.

01 Different target audience and service scope

DHL：We mainly focus on small batch goods and provide door-to-door services.

International air transport:Mainly for large quantities of goods, the consignee clears customs and picks up the goods after delivery to the airport.

02 Different ways of tracking goods

DHL：Use the waybill number provided by the international courier company to track and query on the courier company's website.

International air transport：Use the bill of lading number to search on the airline's website or through the freight company's own website.

03 Different claims methods

DHL：International express packaging damage or missing items can be claimed.

International air transport:The compensation for damage or loss of goods shall be calculated by determining the responsible party based on the documents.

04 Different transportation entities

DHL:The main transportation entities are major express delivery companies, such as China Post EMS, DHL, UPS, FedEx, and other international express delivery companies.

International air transport:The transportation entities are major airlines and freight companies, such as Air China, Singapore Airlines, Shenzhen Airlines, Northwest Airlines, etc. Freight companies transport the goods you want to check in to the designated destination through these international airlines.

05 Different timeliness

DHL：Normally, it takes 3-5 days.

International air transport:If the flight is normal and the cabin arrangement is smooth, if it is a direct flight, it will arrive within one day; If you need to transfer, it usually takes 2_4 days to arrive. The speed of delivery is mainly determined by the efficiency and strength of the transportation company, the scheduling of airport flights, and the customs clearance speed of the destination.