Air express shipping from and to Spain provides one of Europe's most efficient ways to send parcels, documents, and ecommerce goods worldwide.
With major logistics hubs at Madrid-Barajas (MAD), Barcelona-El Prat (BCN), and Valencia (VLC), express shipments can reach Europe in 1-2 business days, the Americas in 2-4, and Asia or Oceania in 3-5 business days.
Whether you're shipping business samples, urgent documents, or ecommerce orders, air express from Spain offers door-to-door delivery, real-time tracking, and fast customs clearance - ideal for individuals, SMEs, and online retailers serving global markets.
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 rates are based on volumetric (dimensional) weight. Compact, protective packaging reduces total cost and improves handling efficiency.
Prices may rise during Christmas, Easter, Black Friday, and Rebajas (seasonal sales) due to high parcel volume. Early booking ensures steady rates and faster transit.
As an EU member, shipments within the EU are duty-free. Imports from outside the EU are processed by AEAT Customs.
iContainers handles electronic customs submission via VUA/DUA, ensuring compliance and rapid clearance.
Use durable, climate-resistant packaging suitable for air transit. Label clearly in Spanish and English, and attach invoices externally for customs visibility.
Spain prohibits firearms, narcotics, tobacco, perishables, counterfeit goods, and hazardous chemicals. Certain electronics or medical items may require CE certification or import licenses.
Spain's ecommerce ecosystem - driven by El Corte Inglés, PCComponentes, Zara, and Amazon.es - depends on fast, reliable, and VAT-compliant international logistics.
iContainers helps sellers expand globally through automated customs integration, IOSS compliance, and end-to-end parcel tracking.
All ecommerce shipments through iContainers include digital customs filing, real-time tracking, and electronic IOSS VAT management, ensuring compliance and fast transit across the EU and beyond.
Typically 1-5 business days, depending on destination and customs processing.
Up to 70 kg per piece or 120 cm in length, depending on the carrier.
Madrid (MAD), Barcelona (BCN), Valencia (VLC), and Zaragoza (ZAZ).
Air Waybill, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and Customs Declaration (DUA).
Weapons, narcotics, perishables, cash, counterfeit products, and dangerous goods.
Agencia Tributaria (AEAT) - Aduanas e Impuestos Especiales
https://sede.agenciatributaria.gob.es/
Spain - Import Tariffs (U.S. International Trade Administration)
https://www.trade.gov/country-commercial-guides/spain-import-tariffs
Spain - Import Requirements and Documentation (Trade.gov)
https://www.trade.gov/country-commercial-guides/spain-import-requirements-and-documentation
Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) - Cargo and Logistics
https://www.aena.es/en/adolfo-suarez-madrid-barajas.html
PwC Spain - VAT (IVA) Overview
https://taxsummaries.pwc.com/spain
European Commission - VAT & IOSS Rules
https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/ioss_en
Statista - Ecommerce in Spain
https://www.statista.com/topics/4631/e-commerce-in-spain/
ICEX España Exportación e Inversiones - Trade and Customs Information
https://www.icex.es/