MAIL

Postal delivery simplified. Air India Cargo carries mail for various postal authorities from around the world. Ship letters, packages, and ecommerce through direct routes and custom solutions.

Secure. Global. Direct.

OUR CAPABILITIES

Real-time tracking

Get milestone updates at every step of the shipment’s journey using HHT devices.

UPU compliance

Reliable data exchange among postal agencies, airlines, and customs.

Minimal paperwork

Streamlined management system providing efficiency and accuracy.

Affordable pricing

Send postal mail at the best prices.

Capacity allocations

We ensure the best use of our cargo space for your packages.

Seamless delivery

Move your postal mail through our efficient handling and logistics solutions.

Exclusive domestic air mail scanning

Get your mail packages scanned for our domestic routes.

Network Spotlight

Our extensive network spans across the globe, connecting both domestic and international markets.

Our integrated fleet, consisting of Air India and Air India Express aircraft, and our nonstop global network help ensure seamless air cargo solutions for businesses worldwide.

Moving mail since 1932

Air India’s cargo journey began when JRD Tata flew a single-engine de Havilland Puss Moth carrying 55 pounds of mail on 15 October 1932. The inaugural flight of Tata Air Services set off from Karachi Drigh Road Aerodrome to Bombay via Ahmedabad. Air mail services was soon added on Karachi, Ahmedabad, Bellary, and Madras routes—and our continued growth over the years has made us the preferred air partner for India Post and customers worldwide.

FACILITIES AND FEATURES

Over 100 nonstop flights to domestic and international destinations.
Reliable flight schedules and capacity allocation. 
Efficient air mail handling facilities at our Delhi and Mumbai hubs.
Well-equipped team for monitoring air mail bags. 
Digitally enabled with Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) functionality for enhanced real-time tracking.
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FAQ


We offer mail solutions for regional and international service providers.

Yes, you can send your postal packages without having to worry about time restrictions. However, there is a specific cut-off time for delivering air mail, which is subject to local regulations. You can get in touch with us at: cargocare@airindia.com, in case of any query.

We use HHT devices to scan all the mail bags which enables the Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) system that allows for tracking the acceptance, departure, arrival, and delivery of air mail.

Yes, air mail gets high priority, subject to block space agreement.

You can ship any item that is permitted by local customs regulations through Air India Cargo’s Mail service.

We do not offer Air India Rapid service for air mail at the moment. To see if you can send your mail on priority, you can connect with us at - cargocare@airindia.com.

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Rapid

Get guaranteed uplift and capacity allocation for your express shipping needs.

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