Reliable Air Freight Solutions Across Africa and Beyond
Air Freight Services
Fast, Reliable, Global — From Door to Door
At MM Cargo Services, our Air Freight division delivers speed and reliability when time is critical. We offer seamless import and export air-freight services across major international routes, handling urgent shipments, perishables, oversized cargo, and regular scheduled shipments. Our global network, customs expertise, and integrated logistics solutions make us your partner for efficient air freight between South Africa and destinations worldwide.
What We Offer
We provide a full suite of air freight services designed to serve a variety of needs:
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Express / Priority Cargo — Urgent documents, critical parts, or time-sensitive shipments delivered fast.
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Standard Air Freight — Cost-efficient, reliable scheduled cargo services.
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Charter Services — Flexible capacity, special schedules or routes, oversized loads.
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Import & Export Handling — From origin airport handling through to destination delivery, we manage end-to-end.
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Customs & Regulatory Clearance — Full import/export documentation, permits, licensing, and compliance.
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Temperature-Controlled / Perishable Cargo — Cold chain management for perishables, pharmaceuticals, fresh produce.
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Dangerous Goods Handling — Certified handling and documentation of hazardous or regulated items (in line with IATA rules).
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Project Cargo — Oversized items, machinery, high-value / high-weight shipments requiring special handling.
Why MM Cargo for Air Freight
| Feature | Benefit to You |
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| Global Network of Partners | Access to major airlines, air cargo hubs, and agents worldwide for better routing and schedules. |
| Customs & Clearance Expertise | Smooth import/export at airports; documentation, duties, and regulatory compliance handled. |
| Tracking & Visibility | Real-time updates from departure to arrival; status alerts at key milestones. |
| Flexible Solutions & Equipment | Options for urgent freight, consolidations, charter flights, special equipment (reefers, ULDs). |
| Insurance & Security | Proper packaging, cargo insurance options, security protocols for high-value or sensitive goods. |
| Cost-Effective & Timely | Optimising routes and consolidation to reduce costs without compromising speed. |
Our Air Freight Services Include:
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📦 Import & Export Air Cargo – direct connections with major airports worldwide
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⚡ Express & Time-Critical Shipments – same-day and next-flight-out options
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🛃 Customs Clearing Integration – fast clearance at O.R. Tambo, Lusaka, Ndola, Lusaka, and other regional airports
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🔒 Secure Handling – solutions for sensitive, hazardous, or high-value goods
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🌍 Cross-Border Air Freight – linking South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe, DRC, Namibia, and beyond
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🚚 Multimodal Air-Road Solutions – combining air speed with road freight flexibility
What You Can Expect From Our Service
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Free consultation & quotation based on weight, dimensions, urgency, origin & destination
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Clear breakdown of costs: freight, handling, customs, insurance
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Assistance with export/import documentation (air waybills, certificates, permits)
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Monitoring of the entire journey, with alerts for delays, clearances, and delivery
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Packing guidance to ensure goods are safe and compliant with airline loading/unloading
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Support in case of disruptions (weather, customs holds, flight cancellations)
Air Freight
MM Transport and Logistics manages imports and exports of air freight via South Africa’s major airports including OR Tambo International Airport and King Shaka Durban International Airport. Our air freight service includes local door-to-door delivery and collection.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Still open questions?
Transit times vary by route, airline, customs procedures. Typically, air freight will deliver in 1-7 days (depending on origin/destination), much faster than sea or road for international shipments.
Based on actual weight or volumetric weight (whichever is greater), equipment type, origin/destination, urgency, and handling fees.
Yes. We offer temperature-controlled facilities and liaise with airlines to manage every stage of the cold chain, ensuring freshness and regulatory compliance.
Yes — dangerous goods, live animals, items restricted by airline or country regulations require special documentation and clearance; some items may be prohibited.
Absolutely. We can handle door-to-airport pick-ups, airport to destination deliveries, and coordinate with ground transportation for full end-to-end service.
Commercial invoice, air waybill, packing list, certificates (origin, phytosanitary, etc.), permits or licences if required by destination country.
We assist with proper packaging, secure handling, use of certified facilities, and recommend / arrange cargo insurance for your goods.
All our vehicles are fitted with satellite surveillance tracking and we work with leading insurers to cover your cargo against loss
From procurement to customs clearance and transportation, we partner with our customers to provide a complete package of services at an optimized cost.
Whether large or small, we give each project personal care and attention for smooth delivery with minimal delays