An airline terminal fee is a charge applied for handling, processing, storing, or transferring air cargo at an airport terminal. In air freight logistics, it may cover cargo acceptance, screening, warehouse handling, documentation, loading, unloading, security checks, and terminal infrastructure. The fee is usually separate from the main air freight rate and can vary by airport, airline, cargo terminal, shipment weight, commodity type, service level, and whether special handling is required. It is also separate from fuel surcharges.
- Covers cargo check-in, ULD build-up, and storage at origin
- Covers container breakdown and cargo release at destination
- Assessed per kilogram or per shipment
Learn more about Dedola’s air freight shipping services. Related terms: Air Waybill (AWB), Fuel Surcharge.
