Air express shipping from and to Thailand offers a fast, reliable, and secure solution for transporting parcels, documents, and ecommerce products worldwide.
With major international hubs like Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), Chiang Mai International (CNX), and Phuket International (HKT), express shipments can reach Asia in 1-2 business days, and Europe or North America in 3-5 business days.
Whether you're shipping personal goods, manufacturing samples, or ecommerce parcels, air express from Thailand ensures door-to-door service, real-time tracking, and fast customs clearance - ideal for individuals, SMEs, and 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 pricing is based on volumetric (dimensional) weight. Using compact, lightweight packaging reduces costs and accelerates customs clearance.
Rates may rise during Songkran Festival, Lunar New Year, and global retail peaks (Black Friday, Christmas) due to high cargo volume. Advance booking secures space and preferred rates.
Imports and exports are regulated by the Thai Customs Department (Ministry of Finance).
iContainers ensures paperless customs processing via the e-Customs platform and real-time clearance tracking.
Use moisture-resistant, secure packaging suitable for tropical conditions. Clearly label all shipments in English and Thai, with invoices attached externally for customs inspection.
Prohibited items include weapons, narcotics, alcohol, counterfeit goods, cultural artifacts, and hazardous chemicals. Certain electronics and cosmetics require approval from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA Thailand) or Industrial Works Department.
Thailand's ecommerce market - led by Shopee, Lazada, JD Central, and LINE Shopping - depends on express logistics for global reach.
iContainers enables online sellers to expand internationally with automated customs processing, VAT-compliant invoicing, and real-time parcel tracking.
All ecommerce shipments include digital customs filing, electronic clearance, and tracking visibility, ensuring a fast and compliant shipping experience.
Usually 1-5 business days, depending on the destination and customs clearance.
Up to 70 kg per piece or 120 cm in length, depending on carrier limits.
Bangkok (BKK), Chiang Mai (CNX), and Phuket (HKT).
Air Waybill, Commercial Invoice, and Packing List; customs declarations for international trade.
Weapons, narcotics, counterfeit goods, perishables, and hazardous materials.
Thai Customs Department - Ministry of Finance
https://www.customs.go.th/
Thailand - Import Requirements and Documentation (Trade.gov)
https://www.trade.gov/country-commercial-guides/thailand-import-requirements-and-documentation
Thailand - Tariffs and Taxes (U.S. International Trade Administration)
https://www.trade.gov/country-commercial-guides/thailand-import-tariffs
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) - Cargo Operations
https://www.thaiairports.co.th/en/suvarnabhumi/
PwC Thailand - VAT Overview
https://taxsummaries.pwc.com/thailand
Thai FDA - Import and Product Registration Guidelines
https://www.fda.moph.go.th/
Statista - Ecommerce in Thailand
https://www.statista.com/topics/8915/e-commerce-in-thailand/
Department of Industrial Works - Regulated Imports
https://www.diw.go.th/