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Air freight is a fast and secure way to transport cars internationally by plane. SCL Rotterdam has excellent connections at major airports, including Schiphol, allowing us to organize air transport efficiently and reliably.

Air freight is more expensive than sea freight, but in some cases, it offers significant advantages:

✔ Speed: While sea freight can take several weeks, air freight can often be arranged within 48 hours.

✔ Urgent deliveries: For example, when cars need to be displayed at exhibitions or events and must arrive on a fixed date.

✔ Exclusive vehicles: Collectors or customers who have purchased a valuable and rare car may not want to wait weeks for delivery. Air freight provides a fast and secure solution.

✔ Safety and discretion: At SCL Rotterdam, we handle personal property and transactions with the utmost confidentiality and professionalism.

We collaborate with various airlines and airports worldwide. Schiphol Amsterdam is often our main departure point for exports, but we can also arrange both imports and exports through other European airports.

Indicative transit times from Amsterdam to key destinations:

• New York (JFK) – ± 1 day
• Dubai (DXB) – ± 1-2 days
• Hong Kong (HKG) – ± 2 days
• São Paulo (GRU) – ± 2-3 days
• Sydney (SYD) – ± 3-4 days

These transit times are indicative and depend on flight schedules and availability.

The cost of air freight depends on several factors, such as:

• Dimensions of the vehicle (length x width x height)
• Weight of the vehicle
• Make / model / year of manufacture
• Wheelbase
• Drivable or rollable? Is the vehicle operational, or does it need to be manually moved?
• Special requirements (e.g., extra-wide vehicles or vehicles with specific needs)

To provide an accurate cost estimate, we need all the above details. Contact our experts, and we will prepare a customized quote based on your specific situation.

At SCL Rotterdam, we don’t just arrange the flight—we take care of everything around it, including:

✔ Pre- and post-transport to and from the airport 

✔ Customs documentation and clearance 

✔ Loading and securing the vehicle 

✔ Insurance options for extra security

Interested? Request a quote!

Would you like to transport a car by air freight? Contact our air freight specialists for a no-obligation consultation and price estimate. We’re happy to assist you!