Air Freight
Providing you with the broadest and most flexible range of DHL Air Freight services to move your goods quickly and reliably
DHL Global Air Freight is here to get your goods to market quickly and reliably, promising on-time deliveries to and from every country globally, in total compliance with local regulations. We work closely with you to provide an extensive and flexible range of services, designed to suit your needs, enable your success and help you deliver on your promises.
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DHL SameDay
The fastest DHL Air Freight services for emergency situations
We ensure the delivery of your mission-critical international and domestic air cargo shipments, offering immediate collection and door-to-door delivery.
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DHL Standard Air Freight Products
Giving you reliability at the speed you need
We help you plan with certainty – working with carefully selected carriers, operating schedules on all the world’s major routes, giving you a choice of air freight delivery speeds to suit your needs.
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Pharma and Temperature Controlled Solutions
Connecting people with your lifesaving products
We provide you with the highest quality and compliance in temperature controlled DHL Air Freight solutions, with certified experts across 150 dedicated life sciences facilities globally.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
DHL provides a full range of air freight services designed to support international shipping across global markets, including standard, priority, and time sensitive options. Our global network gives businesses access to reliable routes, flexible shipping options, and consistent delivery to the final destination. This ensures speed, control, and dependable air cargo freight transportation worldwide.
DHL manages emergency shipments and critical shipments through dedicated SameDay air freight services designed for urgent, time sensitive cargo that cannot afford delays. Each shipment is supported by a dedicated team that coordinates aircraft access, flight schedules, and fast delivery from origin to final destination.
Here’s how we ensure speed, control, and reliability when timing matters:
- Immediate access to air charter, priority flights, and optimized routes
- Single point of contact with 24/7 support and real-time track capabilities
- Coordinated airport loading, customs clearance, and door-to-door transport
Yes, DHL offers tailored solutions for cargo with specific cargo specifications, including high value items, temperature-controlled goods, and shipments requiring special handling. Our support team ensures secure transport, proper insurance, and strict compliance with customs and industry regulations. With access to specialized facilities and trained airport staff, your freight is protected throughout the transportation process. This level of care helps customers maintain quality while minimizing risk.
DHL reduces delays by combining proactive customs expertise, optimized schedules, and real-time tools that allow customers to track their shipment. Our teams monitor demand, fleet capacity, airline availability, and gas supply to select the most efficient routes across Canada, Mexico, Asia, and via sea transport when needed.
With strong relationships across airlines, airports, and local partners worldwide, we help businesses maintain continuity in global trade. Customers can easily register and pay for services online, ensuring reliable service even during peak demand or limited capacity periods.
Businesses can contact DHL to request air freight bookings and receive tailored solutions based on cargo type, destination, and delivery priority. Our support team helps manage cost, speed, capacity, and final delivery, ensuring a reliable and efficient shipping process.
When booking with DHL, customers benefit from:
- End-to-end assistance from origin to destination through a single support structure
- Access to additional services such as customs support, insurance, and shipment visibility
- Flexible shipping options designed to support business needs and global markets
