How long does air freight to France take?
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6 to 10 days door to door, depending on the US origin and available flight. The direct Miami–Europe air leg is about 8-9 hours; the rest is pickup, consolidation and customs clearance.
How much does air freight to France cost?
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As a reference, shipments around 100 kg run about ~$6.49/kg. These are indicative rates from public route calculators, not a firm quote: the final price depends on chargeable weight, urgency and cargo type.
What is the main cargo airport in France?
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Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), which handled around 1.75M tonnes in 2025, France's main air cargo gateway (specialized aviation press, CDG 2025 cargo tonnage). We also work with Paris Orly (ORY).
What customs paperwork does a shipment to France need?
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It clears through French Douane customs and an EU EORI number, under the same import VAT and TARIC rules used across the EU. We prepare the air waybill (AWB), commercial invoice and packing list, and coordinate clearance with Douane at both ends.
What kind of cargo ships by air to France?
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All kinds, but mostly urgent or high-value cargo: France's luxury goods, fashion, cosmetics and aerospace sectors rely heavily on air freight for speed and security.
Is air cargo insured?
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Carriers only accept limited liability for loss or damage, capped per kilo or per package under international conventions, so the freight rate is not full cover. Cargo insurance is a separate policy based on the cargo value: under CIF and CIP the seller buys it, under other Incoterms the buyer decides. Tell us the cargo value when you request the quote and coverage is settled before booking.