How much does air freight to Brazil cost?+
Air cargo is priced by chargeable weight (the greater of actual and volumetric weight), urgency and destination fees. Approximate ranges from the current service: Small packages: $300 – $600. Final rate confirmed within one business day. Large cargo: custom pricing on request. On arrival Brazil adds Mercosur import duty, IPI, PIS-Importação (2.1%), COFINS-Importação (9.65%) and state ICMS on top of the air freight.
How long does air freight to Brazil take?+
Typical transit: 2-5 days. We confirm the exact departure when you quote. Allow time for Brazilian clearance, where the importer must be enabled in RADAR and a licensed customs broker files the declaration in Siscomex.
Which airports in Brazil does Interworld Freight serve?+
São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), Rio de Janeiro–Galeão International Airport (GIG), Eduardo Gomes International Airport (MAO). Guarulhos (GRU) and Viracopos (VCP) in Campinas are the main air cargo airports for the São Paulo region.
What documents are required for air freight to Brazil?+
Brazil requires a commercial invoice with an NCM-level description, a packing list and an air waybill showing the importer's CNPJ. The importer must hold RADAR enablement, and a DUIMP is filed in Siscomex, replacing the old DI. Controlled goods need LPCO licenses from agencies such as MAPA, ANVISA or INMETRO. Taxes include IPI, PIS-Importação at 2.1%, COFINS-Importação at 9.65% and ICMS. We prepare all three for you, and any permits restricted commodities need are confirmed when you quote.
Is air or ocean freight cheaper for shipping to Brazil?+
Air is cheaper only below about 2 CBM or when downtime is costly, as with machine spares to GRU or VCP; LCL covers 2 to 15 CBM and a 20ft FCL wins above 15 CBM. Ocean also adds the AFRMM levy, 8% of long-haul freight. LCL destination charges are significant, so compare the all-in landed cost, not just freight. Many clients combine both: tell us your deadline and we quote the best mix.
What items are ideal for air freight shipping to Brazil?+
Ideal items include electronics, perishables, medical supplies, and high-value goods. Products controlled by MAPA, ANVISA or INMETRO, such as medicines and medical devices, need an LPCO license before shipment or clearance.
Are there direct air freight routes to Brazil?+
Yes, direct routes from major U.S. cities like Miami, Houston, and New York connect to key Brazilian airports. Cargo is declared on the Portal Único de Comércio Exterior, where the DUIMP is replacing the legacy import declaration (DI).
Can I track my air freight shipment to Brazil?+
Yes, Interworld Freight provides real-time tracking for all shipments. The air waybill (AWB) number is the reference for airline-level tracking, and the waybill must show the importer's CNPJ.