Free Freight Tool
Air Freight Volume Weight Calculator
Calculate air freight volume weight and chargeable weight from cargo dimensions and actual weight.
Airlines charge the greater of actual weight and volume weight. The calculator applies the standard air cargo formula: volume weight in kg = length × width × height in cm ÷ 6000.
How to use the Air Freight Volume Weight Calculator
- Enter the length, width, height, and quantity of each package.
- Enter the actual gross weight.
- Use the higher of actual and volume weight as the chargeable weight, and confirm the divisor with your airline or forwarder.
How to read the result
Tool results are planning aids. Confirm final values with the carrier, forwarder, or customs representative when they affect cost, compliance, or acceptance.
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Frequently asked questions
What is chargeable weight in air freight?
Chargeable weight is the greater of the actual gross weight and the volume weight of the shipment.
How is air freight volume weight calculated?
Volume weight in kg = length × width × height in cm ÷ 6000, the divisor commonly used for air cargo.