Air express shipping from and to Singapore offers one of the fastest and most reliable logistics solutions in Asia.
With Changi Airport (SIN) consistently ranked among the world's top air cargo hubs, express shipments from Singapore reach Asian destinations within 1-2 business days, and Europe, the Middle East, or North America within 3-5 business days.
Whether shipping personal goods, commercial samples, or ecommerce parcels, air express from Singapore provides door-to-door delivery, end-to-end tracking, and digital customs clearance, ideal for individuals, SMEs, and global exporters.
Air Express Services
Air express shipping connects senders with global courier networks. Parcels are picked up from your location, processed through export customs, flown to destination hubs, and delivered directly to the recipient - typically within days.
While air freight is ideal for large cargo, air express provides priority handling, door-to-door delivery, and real-time tracking. It's the preferred method for smaller, high-value, or time-sensitive shipments that require faster customs clearance.
Air express costs are determined by volumetric (dimensional) weight. Compact packaging and accurate weight measurement reduce cost and improve handling efficiency.
Shipping costs may fluctuate during Chinese New Year, Hari Raya, and Black Friday / Christmas, when demand peaks. Early booking ensures stable pricing and faster transit.
All import and export activities are regulated by Singapore Customs under the Customs Act and GST Act.
iContainers handles electronic customs submissions via TradeNet, ensuring compliance and rapid clearance for express shipments.
Use climate-resistant, tamper-proof packaging suitable for tropical conditions. Label clearly in English, and attach invoices and declarations on the exterior.
Prohibited goods include weapons, explosives, tobacco, e-cigarettes, counterfeit products, and hazardous materials. Certain items like pharmaceuticals or telecommunications devices require permits from HSA or IMDA.
Singapore's ecommerce market - led by Shopee, Lazada, Qoo10, Amazon.sg, and Carousell - depends on fast and compliant air logistics.
iContainers helps sellers expand globally through automated customs documentation, GST-compliant invoicing, and end-to-end parcel tracking.
All iContainers shipments include digital customs integration, IOSS or GST management, and real-time parcel tracking, providing a seamless experience for ecommerce fulfillment.
Usually 1-5 business days, depending on the destination and customs clearance time.
Up to 70 kg per piece or 120 cm in length, depending on the carrier.
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) handles all air cargo and express operations.
Air Waybill, Commercial Invoice, and Packing List; customs declaration via TradeNet for imports and exports.
Weapons, tobacco, perishables, counterfeit goods, and hazardous materials.
Singapore Customs - Official Site
https://www.customs.gov.sg/
Singapore - Import Requirements and Documentation (Trade.gov)
https://www.trade.gov/country-commercial-guides/singapore-import-requirements-and-documentation
Changi Airport Group - Cargo and Logistics
https://www.changiairport.com/corporate/air-cargo.html
Enterprise Singapore - Free Trade Agreements
https://www.enterprisesg.gov.sg/
PwC Singapore - GST Overview (2025)
https://taxsummaries.pwc.com/singapore
Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA)
https://www.imda.gov.sg/
Health Sciences Authority (HSA)
https://www.hsa.gov.sg/
Statista - Ecommerce in Singapore
https://www.statista.com/topics/2430/e-commerce-in-singapore/