Today, Kenya has become a leading center of trade and commerce in east Africa with, several businesses and individuals looking for reliable and efficient shipping solutions. Global door-to-door air shipping offers convenience, speed and reliability ensuring that cargo transported from the sender is received by the recipient at their door step.

From your door to theirs, the convenience of door-to-door air shipping removes the complications that come with traditional shipping. For example, the headache that comes with customs clearance is handled by experts that ensure that your cargo gets to its destination on time and effortlessly.

In this article, we are going to take you through how door-to-door shipping works, its benefits and why you should make it your preferred logistics solution.

How global door-to-door air shipping works

Door-to-door shipping service is when a freight forwarding company picks up cargo from point of collection, transports it to specific destination, clears the goods upon arrival of said country and then deliveries them to the recipient’s given address.

Below, is a breakdown on how global door-to-door air shipping works;

Booking 

The first step is the booking process where the shipper books the service from a Kenyan logistics company that provides the service. Here, you provide the your details and those of the recipient. You will also need to provide a description of the items you want to send, their country of origin  plus their destination.

Pick up

Once every detail is provided, the logistics company will schedule pick up of the cargo from the sender. This is usually from the shipper’s preferred location for example your home, office, or even your warehouse.

Packaging and documentation

The logistics company may offer proper packaging of the items to secure them for transit. Furthermore, they will also prepare the necessary documentations such as packing lists, commercial invoices, as well as customs declaration forms to meet the international shipping regulations.

Air freight transit

Once the goods are ready to ship, they are taken to the airport and loaded on a plane that will transport them to your desired destination. Air freight is the most reliable and efficient mode of transportation.

Customs clearance

When the goods reach the destination country, they go through customs to ensure that they comply with the local import regulations. Its important to partner with a reliable logistics company that offers customs brokerage to ensure that your goods are handled and cleared well at customs.

Last mile delivery

After clearance, your international freight forwarding company will begin the process of transporting the goods from the airport to the recipient’s location.

Track and support

Through out the entire transit process, you are provided a tracking number to track your goods in real time. In case you have any concern or issues you can always reach out to customer care of the logistics company to address them.

WHEN IS A DOOR-TO-DOOR AIR FREIGHT ADVISABLE?

Door-to-door air freight is a premium logistics service which combines speed and convenience of air freight and end-to-end delivery respectively.  Below, are situation that would make door-to-door air freight necessary.

When you want to ship items in the shortest period of time, then door-to-door air shipping is the best choice. Air transportation is the fastest mode of transport making it ideal for time sensitive cargo. Some urgent shipments may include documents like contracts, birth certificates, perishables like foods and flowers, last minute event items, pharmaceuticals among others.

High value or fragile items will also this specific service. Some examples include luxury items like jewelry, antiques, art pieces among other collectibles.

International e-commerce businesses can also utilize this service. Your orders will be delivered seamlessly to your customers’ door steps on time.

In case you are sending goods to remote hard reach areas, then door-to-door air shipping would be the best option.

If you are looking to a straight forward means of transport with no hidden charges, hassle free logistics then you will need to use the door-to-door air freight. Here you won’t have to deal with customs brokers, last mile local delivery companies and freight forwarders.

Also, in a situation where you lack logistics expertise, the logistics provider will help you handle everything from the pick up to when the recipient gets the items you sent.

Sample shipments especially if you are in the fashion and textile industry.

When door-to-door air shipping may not be advisable

Door-to-door air shipping may not be applicable in some instances. Therefore, you will have to evaluate your options if you find yourself in the following situations.

In most cases, it may not be used as it’s the most expensive means of transport. So if you tight on the budget, you may want to look at sea freight, or road freight. 

Large volume goods are best transported by road or sea depending on the country of origin and destination.

Road and sea transport are usually slow and cheaper. In this case, if your shipment isn’t urgent, then air shipping may not be the best option.

Key benefits of door-to-door air shipping

As we mentioned above, door-to-door air shipping is the premium service when it comes to logistics. If you are someone that values convenience, reliability and hassle free shipping, then this the service that is best for you. Below, are some of the key benefits of global door-to-door air shipping.

Speed

    Without a doubt, this is the number advantage you will get when you use air shipping services. Cargo reaches its destination in a matter of days unlike other modes of transport that take up-to weeks or months for goods to reach their destination.

    Convenient and reliable

    From pick up to last mile delivery, your logistics company offering the service will ensure that your goods are picked up from your location, transported and cleared and then delivered to the last mile.

    Professional handling of the goods

    You wont have to worry about damages in transit as the goods will be handled by experts will in transit.

    Real time tracking of the goods

    You will be provided with a tracking number that will allow you to track your items in real time until they reach their destination.

    End-to-end delivery service

    You will be provided with a hassle free delivery service that will cover all aspects. For example, pick up, customs clearance, proper packaging, last mile delivery and customer care support.

    No hidden extra charges

    Unlike road and sea transport that come with extra costs even after the goods are in transit, door-to-door air shipping charges usually cover everything including customs clearance.

    Customs expertise

    You will not have to deal with third parties such as customs agents because the logistics company will handle everything from start to finish.

    Predictable delivery date

    Your logistics company will tell you estimated delivery time making it easier for you to communicate with the recipient on when they can expect the goods.

    What is the cost of global door-to-door air shipping?

    The cost of international door-to-door air freight will depend on a number of things which are usually determined on a case by case basis. In Kenya, logistics companies offering this service determine the cost based on the destination of the goods, weight, nature and value of the goods as well as size of the cargo.

    Furthermore, the demand of the specific item you want to send will also determine the cost of air shipping. Also, the level of service required by the shipper will also affect the cost of transportation. Below, is a thorough overview of the factors that will determine the cost of door-to-door air freight.

    Additional handling for goods such as perishables

    Weight

    Dimensions of the packaging

    Customs and duties that the goods will attract

    Type of goods you want to ship

    Express or standard shipping

    Which company offers international door-to-door air shipping in Kenya?

    There are several logistics companies that offer air freight in Kenya but not all offer last mile delivery at affordable rates. Wakah logistics is one of the leading logistics companies in Kenya that offer international door-to-door air freight.

    Wakah logistics is a trusted name when it comes to transportation and supply chain industry. They offer reliable and efficient door-to air freight solutions designed to meet individuals and businesses in Kenya and internationally. They not only offer seamless international shipping solutions, but also domestic shipping services.

    Wakah logistics specializes in last mile air freight services ensuring that your goods are delivered to client’s door step in any country. We serve different industries with our tailored services to match each business needs and expectations.

    Industries served

    Manufacturing  businesses. We ensure goods like raw materials get to their destinations on time.

    Pharmaceuticals

    E-commerce

    Personal items

    Retail distribution.

    Why choose Wakah?

    We have got years of experience making us experts in the industry with a high track record of efficiency and reliability

    Focused on meeting each customer’s specific needs

    Affordable rates

    Offer efficient logistics practices

    Customer support throughout the entire process

      How to get started with Wakah logistics

      You can start by reaching out on their website and requesting a quote.  Remember to provide details of the items you want to ship and their destination.

      Countries that Wakah logistics offers door-to-door air freight globally

      Below are some of the countries and cities that Wakah logistics ships to;

      Africa

      •  Ship from Kenya to Lagos
      •  Ship from Kenya to Cairo
      •  Ship from Kenya to Johannesburg
      •  Ship from Kenya to Cape Town
      •  Ship from Kenya to Addis Ababa
      • Ship from Kenya to Accra
      • Ship from Kenya to Dar es Salaam
      •  Ship from Kenya to Kigali
      • Ship from Kenya to Kampala
      • Ship from Kenya to Luanda
      • Ship from Kenya to Harare
      •  Ship from Kenya to Abidjan
      •  Ship from Kenya to Maputo
      • Ship from Kenya to Gaborone
      • Ship from Kenya to Lusaka
      • Ship from Kenya to Windhoek
      • Ship from Kenya to Antananarivo
      • Ship from Kenya to Mogadishu
      • Ship from Kenya to Juba
      • Ship from Kenya to Djibouti
      •  Ship from Kenya to Bujumbura
      •  Ship from Kenya to Libreville
      • Ship from Kenya to Kinshasa
      •  Ship from Kenya to Brazzaville
      • Ship from Kenya to Malabo
      •  Ship from Kenya to Nouakchott
      • Ship from Kenya to Freetown
      •  Ship from Kenya to Monrovia
      • Ship from Kenya to Dakar
      •  Ship from Kenya to Bamako
      •  Ship from Kenya to Niamey
      •  Ship from Kenya to N’Djamena
      • Ship from Kenya to Conakry
      • Ship from Kenya to Porto-Novo
      • Ship from Kenya to Yaoundé

       Asia

      •  Ship from Kenya to Beijing
      • Ship from Kenya to Shanghai
      •  Ship from Kenya to Tokyo
      •  Ship from Kenya to Seoul
      • Ship from Kenya to Hong Kong
      •  Ship from Kenya to Bangkok
      • Ship from Kenya to Kuala Lumpur
      •  Ship from Kenya to Jakarta
      • Ship from Kenya to New Delhi
      • Ship from Kenya to Mumbai
      •  Ship from Kenya to Manila
      • Ship from Kenya to Singapore
      •  Ship from Kenya to Hanoi
      • Ship from Kenya to Phnom Penh
      •  Ship from Kenya to Taipei
      • Ship from Kenya to Riyadh
      •  Ship from Kenya to Jeddah
      •  Ship from Kenya to Dubai
      • Ship from Kenya to Abu Dhabi
      • Ship from Kenya to Doha
      •  Ship from Kenya to Muscat
      •  Ship from Kenya to Kuwait
      •  City Ship from Kenya to Amman
      • Ship from Kenya to Tel Aviv
      • Ship from Kenya to Baku
      • Ship from Kenya to Tashkent
      • Ship from Kenya to Bishkek
      •  Ship from Kenya to Astana (Nur-Sultan)
      • Ship from Kenya to Ulaanbaatar

       Europe

      • Ship from Kenya to London
      •  Ship from Kenya to Paris
      •  Ship from Kenya to Berlin
      • Ship from Kenya to Madrid
      • Ship from Kenya to Rome
      •  Ship from Kenya to Amsterdam
      • Ship from Kenya to Vienna
      • Ship from Kenya to Stockholm
      • Ship from Kenya to Brussels
      • Ship from Kenya to Warsaw
      • Ship from Kenya to Prague
      • Ship from Kenya to Lisbon
      •  Ship from Kenya to Oslo
      • Ship from Kenya to Copenhagen
      •  Ship from Kenya to Helsinki
      •  Ship from Kenya to Dublin
      •  Ship from Kenya to Zurich
      • Ship from Kenya to Belgrade
      • Ship from Kenya to Athens
      •  Ship from Kenya to Bucharest
      • Ship from Kenya to Sofia
      •  Ship from Kenya to Budapest
      • Ship from Kenya to Zagreb
      •  Ship from Kenya to Ljubljana
      • Ship from Kenya to Moscow
      •  Ship from Kenya to Kyiv
      •  Ship from Kenya to Istanbul
      • Ship from Kenya to Valletta
      • Ship from Kenya to Reykjavik

      North America

      • Ship from Kenya to New York
      • Ship from Kenya to Los Angeles
      • Ship from Kenya to Chicago
      • Ship from Kenya to Houston
      • Ship from Kenya to Miami
      • Ship from Kenya to San Francisco
      • Ship from Kenya to Washington, D.C.
      • Ship from Kenya to Boston
      • Ship from Kenya to Dallas
      •  Ship from Kenya to Toronto
      • Ship from Kenya to Vancouver
      • Ship from Kenya to Montreal
      • Ship from Kenya to Mexico City
      • Ship from Kenya to Guadalajara
      •  Ship from Kenya to Monterrey
      • Ship from Kenya to San Juan (Puerto Rico)

      South America

      • Ship from Kenya to São Paulo
      • Ship from Kenya to Rio de Janeiro
      •  Ship from Kenya to Buenos Aires
      • Ship from Kenya to Lima
      • Ship from Kenya to Bogotá
      •  Ship from Kenya to Santiago
      •  Ship from Kenya to Caracas
      •  Ship from Kenya to Montevideo
      • Ship from Kenya to Quito
      •  Ship from Kenya to Asunción
      • Ship from Kenya to La Paz Oceania
      •  Ship from Kenya to Sydney
      •  Ship from Kenya to Melbourne
      •  Ship from Kenya to Brisbane
      •  Ship from Kenya to Perth
      • Ship from Kenya to Adelaide
      •  Ship from Kenya to Auckland
      •  Ship from Kenya to Wellington
      • Ship from Kenya to Christchurch
      • Ship from Kenya to Suva (Fiji)
      • Ship from Kenya to Port Moresby

       Middle East 

      • Ship from Kenya to Riyadh
      •  Ship from Kenya to Jeddah
      •  Ship from Kenya to Dubai
      •  Ship from Kenya to Abu Dhabi
      • Ship from Kenya to Doha
      • Ship from Kenya to Muscat
      •  Ship from Kenya to Manama
      • Ship from Kenya to Kuwait City
      • Ship from Kenya to Beirut
      •  Ship from Kenya to Amman Caribbean
      • Ship from Kenya to Kingston (Jamaica)
      •  Ship from Kenya to Port-au-Prince (Haiti)
      • Ship from Kenya to Nassau (Bahamas)
      • Ship from Kenya to Havana (Cuba)
      • Ship from Kenya to Santo Domingo (Dominican Republic)
      • Frequently asked questions

      What to consider when choosing a door-to-door air freight courier?

      The most important thing to consider is the reliability of the logistics company of choice. It is also advisable to consider one with a wide and strong logistics network. Furthermore, make sure that they handle insurance and customs clearance.

      What does the term door-to-door service refer to in air cargo?

      As the name suggests, door-to-door refers to the entire process of pick up from the shipper’s door step to delivery of the items picked to the recipient’s door step.

      What are the documents required for air freight?

      • Commercial invoice
      • Certificate of origin for some goods
      • Packing list
      • Air waybill which is usually generated by the logistics company

      Conclusion

      International door-to-door air shipping is an efficient and reliable solution for global and domestic shipping needs. Whether you are looking to streamline your business supply chain, or you are an individual sending personal items, Wakah Logistics ensures that your goods are delivered safely and on time. With their commitment to customer satisfaction and expertise in logistics, Wakah Logistics is a trusted partner for all your global door-to-door air freight needs.

      Contact us.