Air Freight · United Kingdom → United States
Air Freight from United Kingdom to United States
United Kingdom to United States covers 10 airport pairs; the shortest is 5,541 km great-circle distance. Typical transit is 1–6 days including handling, faster on direct or express service.
- Distance
- 5,541 km
- Transit
- 1–6 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
- United Kingdom
- Destination
- United States
- Distance
- from 5,541 km
- Estimated transit
- 1–6 days
- Equipment
- Consolidated · direct · express
- Incoterms
- EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP
Network
Main airport pairs
| Origin | Destination | Distance | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| London (Heathrow) | New York (JFK) | 5,541 km | 1–4 days |
| London (Heathrow) | Chicago | 6,345 km | 2–6 days |
| London (Heathrow) | Atlanta | 6,761 km | 2–6 days |
| London (Heathrow) | Memphis | 7,010 km | 2–6 days |
| London (Heathrow) | Miami | 7,110 km | 2–6 days |
| London (Heathrow) | Dallas / Fort Worth | 7,628 km | 2–6 days |
| London (Heathrow) | Houston | 7,763 km | 2–6 days |
| London (Heathrow) | Laredo | 8,231 km | 2–6 days |
| London (Heathrow) | San Francisco | 8,617 km | 2–6 days |
| London (Heathrow) | Los Angeles | 8,761 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 United Kingdom.
- 03
Flight
United Kingdom → United States: usually 1–6 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 United Kingdom to United States take?+
Estimated transit is 1–6 days. Direct services sit at the low end; transshipment, peak season or inspections push it to the high end.
How far is United Kingdom from United States?+
The shortest pair is 5,541 km in a straight line.
How much does air freight from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to other destinations in United States
Other origins in United Kingdom to United States
Ready to move your cargo?
Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.