In today’s fast-paced global economy, speed can make all the difference. When deadlines tick down and markets demand agility, air freight has become a go-to solution—and at Rapid Transport, we bring that power to your doorstep.
Why Choose Air Freight?
Air freight is all about speed. Compared with sea or road transport, air cargo can shrink transit times from weeks or days to mere 2–3 days for many international routes. Rapid Transport’s On-Board service has been designed precisely for urgent shipments—pallets, or critical documents that simply can’t wait.
But speed is just one advantage. Air freight also offers:
- Reliability — flights run on tight schedules, making planning more certain
- Lower handling risk — fewer transfers and touches reduce damage exposure
- Global connectivity — our network ties into major airports worldwide
- Better security — tighter controls and monitoring during flight
These strengths make air freight ideal for high-value goods, perishables, electronics, parts, or any goods where time is money.
How Rapid Transport Makes It Work
At Rapid Transport, we’ve built a seamless air freight offering that blends global reach with local responsiveness:
- Door-to-door service: We coordinate collection, airway bills, customs clearance, and final delivery.
- On-Board and express options: For the most time-sensitive shipments, we can prioritise routing to ensure delivery in 2–3 days where feasible.
- Customs expertise: International shipping comes with paperwork—commercial invoices, export/import declarations, regulations. We handle that complexity so you don’t have to.
- Cargo insurance & tracking: Your goods are protected in transit and traceable at every step.
- Scalable solutions: Whether you have a single pallet or multiple consignments, we tailor the solution to your cargo size and urgency.
By combining our road network in the UK/Europe with air freight partners, we offer tight integration from pickup to final delivery without leaks in the chain.
When to Use Air Freight — And When Not To
Air freight is powerful, but it isn’t always the most efficient choice. Here are some guidelines:
Ideal use cases:
- Time-critical deliveries (e.g. urgent components, replacement parts)
- High-value or low-weight goods
- Perishable or temperature-sensitive items
Less ideal when:
- Your goods are heavy or bulky and slower transit is acceptable
- Cost is the primary concern (sea or road freight may be cheaper)
- You have more flexibility in timing
The trick is balancing cost vs speed. In many cases, a hybrid approach (air + road) is optimal.
Our Commitment to You
At Rapid Transport & Logistics, we pride ourselves on offering more than a shipping service—we offer peace of mind. Whether you’re exporting from London to Asia or importing parts from the US into the UK, our dedicated team coordinates every step. With transparent pricing, prompt communication, and a global network behind us, your urgent freight is in capable hands.