How much does air freight to the Caribbean 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: $200 – $400. Final rate confirmed within one business day. Large cargo: custom pricing on request. On this page, small packages mean up to 50 lbs and large cargo starts at 500+ lbs, which is where custom pricing applies.
How long does air freight to the Caribbean take?+
Typical transit: 1-3 days. We confirm the exact departure when you quote. Express and charter service flies on the next departure, while consolidated service saves money by waiting for the consolidation cut-off.
Which airports in the Caribbean does Interworld Freight serve?+
Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) in Puerto Rico, Sangster International Airport (MBJ) in Jamaica, Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS) in the Bahamas, Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) in the Dominican Republic. Puerto Rico is inside the U.S. customs territory, so mainland shipments to SJU pay no import duty, while Jamaica, the Bahamas and the Dominican Republic each clear shipments through their own customs.
What documents do I need for air freight to the Caribbean islands?+
Every island needs the air waybill, commercial invoice and packing list, but the declaration differs: ASYCUDA World in most islands (Jamaica, Barbados, Guyana), Click2Clear in the Bahamas and SIGA in the Dominican Republic. Jamaica requires a licensed broker from US$5,000 CIF. CARICOM member states apply the Common External Tariff. Puerto Rico differs: US-origin goods need no CBP entry, only an IVU declaration. We prepare all three for you, and any permits restricted commodities need are confirmed when you quote.
Should I ship by air or by ocean to the Caribbean?+
As a rule across our island lanes, use air under about 2 CBM or for urgent cargo, LCL consolidated in Miami from 2 to 15 CBM, and a 20ft FCL above 15 CBM. Consolidating suppliers in Miami gives one declaration per island instead of one per supplier. Taxes depend on the island, not the mode: for example 15% GCT in Jamaica and 10% VAT in the Bahamas. Many clients combine both: tell us your deadline and we quote the best mix.
What items are suitable for air freight to the Caribbean?+
Ideal items include perishables, electronics, high-value goods, and urgent shipments. Dangerous goods, lithium batteries and liquids must comply with IATA DGR, so declare them when you quote.
Are there direct air freight routes to the Caribbean?+
Yes, direct flights from major U.S. cities like Miami, Houston, and New York serve key Caribbean destinations. Not every island has a direct flight, so cargo for smaller destinations connects through a regional hub, and the quote states the routing and transit time.
Can I track my air freight shipment to the Caribbean?+
Yes, Interworld Freight provides tracking for all air shipments. Tracking runs on the air waybill number (3-digit airline prefix plus 8 digits), so keep it handy when you ask for status.