Air Freight Volumetric Weight
Air Freight Volumetric Weight Calculator
Calculate the chargeable dimensional weight for airline cargo.
Total Volumetric Weight
About the Air Freight Volumetric Weight Calculator
When shipping cargo by air, airlines charge based on the greater of the actual physical weight or the "volumetric weight" (also known as dimensional weight). The Air Freight Volumetric Weight Calculator helps importers, exporters, and logistics brokers quickly calculate the chargeable weight of their shipments.
Enter your carton dimensions and the standard IATA divisor, and our free tool instantly calculates the volumetric weight in kilograms, preventing unexpected and costly airline surcharges. Perfect for quoting shipping costs to clients accurately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Volumetric Weight?
It is a pricing technique used by airlines. Large, lightweight boxes take up a lot of space in an aircraft hold, so airlines charge for the volume it occupies rather than its physical mass.
What is the standard air freight divisor?
The standard International Air Transport Association (IATA) divisor for general air freight is 6000. The formula is: (Length x Width x Height in cm) / 6000.
Why is DHL or FedEx different?
Express couriers (like DHL, UPS, and FedEx) often use a stricter divisor of 5000, which results in a higher volumetric weight, meaning you pay more for large packages.
How to use the Air Freight Volumetric Weight tool
Using our Air Freight Volumetric Weight is incredibly easy and entirely free. We designed our Other Tools specifically for everyday users who need to get things done quickly without downloading complicated software or registering for an account.
- Enter Dimensions: Input package sizes in cm.
- Calculate: Use the IATA 6000 divisor to find chargeable weight.
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