Fast, Reliable Air Freight for Australian Importers and Exporters
Sealogic is a trusted air freight company providing express, consolidated, and charter air cargo services for businesses across Australia. Whether you need time-critical goods delivered across the Asia-Pacific, into Europe, or across North America, our air freight team manages every stage of the shipment from booking and documentation through to customs clearance and door delivery.
For Australian businesses that cannot afford sea freight lead times, our air freight services provide a reliable alternative that keeps supply chains moving and stock arriving on schedule.
Air freight is the preferred shipping method for businesses that prioritise speed over volume. Perishable goods, high-value components, urgent stock replenishment, medical supplies, and time-sensitive industrial parts all benefit from air cargo’s ability to move goods across the globe in days rather than weeks.
Sealogic works with Australian importers, exporters, manufacturers, and retailers to coordinate air freight shipments through major Australian international airports, including Melbourne Airport, Sydney Airport, and Brisbane Airport. Our freight forwarding team secures capacity with leading airlines, prepares all required documentation, manages customs clearance, and coordinates final delivery to your premises.
As an experienced air freight company in Australia, we manage both import and export shipments across all major international trade routes with flexible options to suit your cargo weight, dimensions, urgency, and budget.
We offer a structured range of air freight options designed to match the urgency, size, and nature of your cargo.
Express Air Freight For time-critical shipments where every hour matters, our express air freight service provides the fastest available transit options. We secure priority space on airlines serving your destination, coordinate urgent customs clearance, and arrange fast-track delivery from the destination airport. Typical transit times of 1 to 5 days to major international destinations. |
Standard Air Freight When speed is important but not urgent, standard air freight delivers a reliable and cost-effective alternative to express services. We consolidate your cargo with other compatible shipments where possible to reduce rates, while maintaining the documentation standards and customs compliance of a dedicated booking. |
Air Freight Consolidation (LCL Air) For smaller air cargo shipments that do not fill a full ULD (Unit Load Device), consolidation allows your goods to share space with compatible cargo from other shippers. You pay only for the space you use while benefiting from regular departure schedules and professional handling throughout. Ideal for regular small-volume importers. |
Charter Air Freight For oversized, urgent, or highly sensitive cargo that requires exclusive aircraft space, Sealogic arranges charter air freight. This service is suited to project cargo, industrial equipment, emergency medical supplies, and time-critical goods that cannot be accommodated within standard airline cargo schedules. |
Temperature-Controlled Air Freight Pharmaceuticals, biologics, fresh produce, cut flowers, and other temperature-sensitive goods require carefully managed cold chain logistics throughout air transit. We coordinate temperature-controlled handling, appropriate packaging, and airline cold chain procedures to protect the integrity of your cargo. |
Dangerous Goods Air Freight Goods classified as dangerous under IATA regulations require specific documentation, packaging, and airline approvals. Our team is experienced in handling IATA-classified dangerous goods including lithium batteries, chemicals, and flammable materials ensuring full compliance and safe transit. |
Air Freight Forwarding Sealogic acts as your air freight forwarder, managing the full logistics chain from booking to delivery. We coordinate with airlines, ground handlers, customs authorities, and delivery carriers to ensure your air cargo moves without gaps or delays. A single point of contact manages your shipment from start to finish. |
Choosing between air freight and sea freight depends on your cargo volume, delivery timeline, and cost threshold. The table below outlines the key differences to help you decide.
Factor | Air Freight | Sea Freight |
Transit Time | 1 to 7 days to most destinations | 7 to 40+ days depending on route |
Cost | Higher per kilogram | Significantly lower for large volumes |
Best For | Urgent, high-value, or perishable cargo | Large volumes, regular shipments, non-urgent goods |
Cargo Weight | Typically under 500 kg per shipment | No effective upper limit (FCL/LCL) |
Security | High fewer handling touchpoints | Very good containerised protection |
Carbon Footprint | Higher | Significantly lower per tonne |
Documentation | Airway bill, customs declaration | Bill of lading, customs declaration |
Sealogic offers both air and sea freight services. Our team can help you assess the best option based on your specific cargo and delivery requirements.
Experienced Air Freight Company Sealogic brings hands-on experience coordinating air cargo across major international routes, working with leading airlines to secure capacity and competitive rates. | Full Shipment Management From booking and documentation through to customs clearance and final delivery, we manage every stage of your air freight shipment as a single, accountable point of contact. |
Customs Expertise Our customs brokerage team handles import and export clearance requirements for air cargo at Australian international airports, minimising delays and ensuring compliance. | Flexible Cargo Solutions Whether you are shipping a small consolidated consignment, a full charter, or temperature-sensitive goods, we have air freight solutions to match your requirements. |
Competitive Airline Rates Our relationships with major airlines allow us to secure available cargo space efficiently and pass competitive pricing on to your business. | Proactive Communication We keep you informed throughout your shipment with clear updates and responsive account support, so you always know where your cargo is. |
Sealogic coordinates air freight through Australia’s key international airport cargo terminals, connecting Australian businesses to global markets across Asia, Europe, the Americas, the Middle East, and beyond.
Melbourne Airport (Tullamarine) Australia’s second-busiest airport for international cargo. Sealogic coordinates air freight imports and exports through Melbourne, with connections to major Asian, European, and North American routes. | Sydney Airport (Kingsford Smith) Australia’s largest air cargo hub, handling approximately 45% of all air freight imports and exports. A key gateway for high-volume and express air freight shipments. |
Brisbane Airport A growing international cargo hub serving Queensland businesses with direct services to Asia-Pacific destinations and connections to global freight networks. | Perth Airport Strategically positioned for fast air freight transit to Asian markets, particularly useful for WA-based exporters and businesses importing from Asia. |
Adelaide Airport Servicing South Australian importers and exporters with connections to domestic and international air freight networks. | Other Australian Airports Sealogic can arrange air freight connections to regional Australian airports through domestic air freight networks where international direct services are not available. |
We coordinate air freight on all major international trade routes from Australian airports, including:
Asia Pacific China, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, India, and New Zealand. Most destinations reachable in 3 to 7 days. | Europe UK, Germany, Netherlands, France, Italy, and major hub airports. Typically 3 to 5 days via connecting services. |
North America US (East and West Coast), Canada. Typically 2 to 5 days transit depending on destination and routing. | Middle East UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Gulf hub airports. Typically 2 to 4 days transit. |
Africa South Africa and East African hubs with onward connections to the continent. | South America Brazil, Chile, and major South American cargo gateways via connecting services. |
We manage your air freight shipment through a structured process designed to deliver your cargo on time and without complications.
Contact our team with your cargo details origin, destination, weight, dimensions, urgency, and any special handling requirements. We provide a clear quote covering freight, documentation, and any additional services.
Once confirmed, we secure cargo space on the most suitable airline for your route and timeline. For express or charter shipments, we prioritise the fastest available departure.
Our team prepares all required air freight documentation including the airway bill, commercial invoice, packing list, customs declaration, and any certificates or permits specific to your cargo type.
We coordinate pick-up from your premises or supplier, transport to the departure airport, and delivery to the airline cargo terminal for screening and acceptance.
Our customs team manages export clearance from Australia and import clearance at the destination country, including duty assessment, tariff classification, and compliance documentation.
Your cargo moves via the confirmed airline routing. We monitor progress throughout transit and provide updates at key milestones.
We coordinate onward delivery from the destination airport to your nominated address through our local and international logistics partners.
Sealogic provides air freight services to a broad range of Australian industries where speed, security, and reliable documentation are essential.
Retail and E-commerce Express air freight for urgent stock replenishment, seasonal product arrivals, and fast-moving consumer goods with tight delivery windows. | Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Temperature-controlled and compliant air freight for medications, medical devices, biologics, vaccines, and healthcare consumables. |
Automotive Urgent parts and components shipped via express air freight to keep production lines running and minimise downtime. | Technology and Electronics High-value components, semiconductors, and finished consumer electronics requiring secure, fast transit with minimal handling. |
Food and Fresh Produce Cold chain air freight for perishable food products, fresh produce, and temperature-sensitive consumables with precise timing requirements. | Mining and Resources Critical parts and equipment shipped by air to remote project sites where sea freight lead times are not operationally viable. |
Fashion and Apparel Seasonal collections, sample shipments, and time-sensitive fashion goods requiring reliable delivery ahead of retail deadlines. | Industrial and Manufacturing Urgent spare parts, tooling, and components that cannot wait weeks for a sea freight arrival. |
Ready to move cargo by air? Talk to the Sealogic team today.
Air freight is the transport of goods by aircraft, either as belly cargo on passenger flights or in dedicated freight aircraft. An air freight forwarder like Sealogic books cargo space with airlines, prepares documentation, manages customs clearance at origin and destination, and coordinates final delivery. It is the fastest international shipping method available, typically delivering goods in 1 to 7 days to most destinations.
Air freight pricing is based on the greater of actual weight or volumetric (dimensional) weight, multiplied by the applicable rate per kilogram for that route. Rates vary based on destination, urgency, cargo type, and airline capacity. As a general guide, air freight costs more per kilogram than sea freight but significantly less in total for smaller, urgent shipments where the speed benefit justifies the difference. Contact our team for a specific quote based on your cargo details.
Transit times depend on origin, destination, and the service type chosen. Express services to Asia typically take 2 to 4 days. Europe and North America are generally 3 to 6 days. Standard consolidated services may take 5 to 10 days. We provide estimated transit times at the time of booking and track your cargo throughout.
Express air freight secures priority space on the earliest available flight to your destination, with fast-track handling and typically delivers within 1 to 5 days. Standard air freight uses scheduled departures and may involve consolidation with other cargo, delivering in 5 to 10 days at a lower rate. Sealogic offers both options and can help you choose based on your deadline and budget.
Yes. Our customs brokerage team manages import and export clearance for air freight shipments at Australian international airports. This includes preparing customs declarations, tariff classification, duty assessment, and compliance with Australian Border Force requirements. We also coordinate customs clearance at destination airports through our international partner network.
Yes, for IATA-classified dangerous goods where airline carriage is permitted. This includes lithium batteries, certain chemicals, and other regulated items. Our team ensures proper IATA documentation, approved packaging, and airline acceptance before booking. Not all dangerous goods are permitted on passenger aircraft; we advise on the most appropriate routing for your cargo.
We coordinate air freight through Melbourne Airport, Sydney Airport, Brisbane Airport, Perth Airport, and Adelaide Airport. For businesses in other locations, we arrange domestic air or road connections to the nearest suitable international cargo gateway.
Yes. Through our air consolidation service, small shipments are combined with compatible cargo from other shippers, allowing you to access international air freight at rates proportional to your cargo size. This is a cost-effective option for regular small-volume importers who need the speed of air freight without the cost of a dedicated booking.
Air freight is the better choice when your cargo is time-sensitive, high in value relative to its weight, perishable, or when a delayed delivery would have significant operational or commercial consequences. Sea freight is more suitable for large volumes of non-urgent goods where cost is the primary consideration. Our team can help you evaluate the best option for your specific shipment.
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