Air Freight · Germany → United States
Air Freight from Germany to United States
Germany to United States covers 20 airport pairs; the shortest is 6,189 km great-circle distance. Typical transit is 2–6 days including handling, faster on direct or express service.
- Distance
- 6,189 km
- Transit
- 2–6 days
- Service
- Air Cargo
Lane at a glance
Route facts
Air freight is priced on chargeable weight — the greater of actual and volumetric weight — so share dimensions with your request and we reply with the best routing.
- Origin
- Germany
- Destination
- United States
- Distance
- from 6,189 km
- Estimated transit
- 2–6 days
- Equipment
- Consolidated · direct · express
- Incoterms
- EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP
Network
Main airport pairs
| Origin | Destination | Distance | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frankfurt | New York (JFK) | 6,189 km | 2–6 days |
| Munich | New York (JFK) | 6,482 km | 2–6 days |
| Frankfurt | Chicago | 6,971 km | 2–6 days |
| Munich | Chicago | 7,271 km | 2–6 days |
| Frankfurt | Atlanta | 7,409 km | 2–6 days |
| Frankfurt | Memphis | 7,648 km | 2–6 days |
| Munich | Atlanta | 7,702 km | 2–6 days |
| Frankfurt | Miami | 7,763 km | 2–6 days |
| Munich | Memphis | 7,946 km | 2–6 days |
| Munich | Miami | 8,044 km | 2–6 days |
| Frankfurt | Dallas / Fort Worth | 8,257 km | 2–6 days |
| Frankfurt | Houston | 8,401 km | 2–6 days |
| Munich | Dallas / Fort Worth | 8,557 km | 2–6 days |
| Munich | Houston | 8,699 km | 2–6 days |
| Frankfurt | Laredo | 8,866 km | 2–6 days |
| Frankfurt | San Francisco | 9,148 km | 2–6 days |
| Munich | Laredo | 9,165 km | 2–6 days |
| Frankfurt | Los Angeles | 9,321 km | 2–6 days |
| Munich | San Francisco | 9,438 km | 2–6 days |
| Munich | Los Angeles | 9,617 km | 2–6 days |
How it works
From quote to delivery
- 01
Quote and booking
Send weight, dimensions and cargo type; we quote on chargeable weight and book the flight.
- 02
Pickup and export
Pickup and export clearance in Germany.
- 03
Flight
Germany → United States: usually 2–6 days door to airport depending on direct or consolidated service.
- 04
Import clearance
Clearance at the destination airport in United States.
- 05
Delivery
Final delivery to your address.
Checklist
Documents and cost drivers
Documents to import into United States
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Air waybill (AWB)
- CBP entry (Form 7501) through a U.S. customs broker, with customs bond
- USMCA certification of origin when applicable
- FDA / USDA prior notice for regulated goods
What drives the price on this lane
- Chargeable weight: the greater of actual weight and volumetric weight (1:6000)
- Fuel and security surcharges
- Airport handling and terminal fees
- Customs clearance at both ends
- Pickup and final delivery
- Cargo insurance
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How long does air freight from Germany to United States take?+
Estimated transit is 2–6 days. Direct services sit at the low end; transshipment, peak season or inspections push it to the high end.
How far is Germany from United States?+
The shortest pair is 6,189 km in a straight line.
How much does air freight from Germany to United States cost?+
It depends on chargeable weight, the season and surcharges. Send your cargo details on WhatsApp and we reply with a written quote.
What documents do I need to import into United States?+
Commercial invoice; Packing list; Air waybill (AWB); CBP entry (Form 7501) through a U.S. customs broker, with customs bond; USMCA certification of origin when applicable.
From Germany to other destinations in United States
Other origins in Germany to United States
Ready to move your cargo?
Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.