Air Cargo Cut-off Times

South African Airways Cargo Cargo Cut-off Times

South African Airways Cargo (SA, AWB prefix 083) reference cut-off times for general cargo, perishables, pharma, dangerous goods, and live animals.

Airline
South African Airways Cargo
IATA code
SA
AWB prefix
083
Region
Africa

Reference cut-off times for South African Airways Cargo. General cargo documents are due 4 hours before ETD and cargo 4 hours before ETD. Actual cut-offs vary by station and flight, so confirm them on your booking.

Cut-off times by cargo type

  • General cargo: documents 4 hours before ETD, cargo 4 hours before ETD.
  • Perishables: documents 6 hours before ETD, cargo 4 hours before ETD.
  • Dangerous goods: documents 8 hours before ETD, cargo 6 hours before ETD.

Notes

  • Johannesburg hub
  • Star Alliance member

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Frequently asked questions

What is the South African Airways Cargo general cargo cut-off?

Documents: 4 hours before ETD. Cargo: 4 hours before ETD. Confirm for your station and flight.

What AWB prefix does South African Airways Cargo use?

AWB prefix 083.