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Air Shipping from USA to Kenya
Fast 7-14 day delivery with full insurance and door-to-door service
7-14 Days
Delivery Time
Full Insurance
Every Package
$8-12/lb
Starting Rate
All Kenya
Home Delivery
Fast Air Shipping from USA to Kenya
Air shipping is the fastest way to receive packages from the USA to Kenya. Perfect for time-sensitive items, valuable goods, or when you need your packages quickly.
Key Benefits
- 7-14 Days Delivery: Fastest shipping method available
- Full Insurance: Every package is insured for peace of mind
- Door-to-Door Service: Optional home delivery across Kenya
- Real-Time Tracking: Track your package every step of the way
- Consolidated Shipping: Combine multiple purchases to save money
Who Should Use Air Shipping?
- Need items urgently (within 2 weeks)
- Shipping valuable or fragile items
- Want full insurance coverage
- Prefer faster delivery over lower costs
- Shopping from multiple US stores
Air Shipping Costs from USA to Kenya
Rate Structure
Air shipping rates are calculated based on dimensional weight:
Dimensional Weight Formula:
(Length × Width × Height in inches) ÷ 139 = lbs
Current Rates (2025)
- Standard Air Rate: $8-12 per lb
- Express Air Rate: $12-15 per lb
- Minimum Charge: $40 per shipment
Additional Costs
Import Tax & Duties
- Applied on items valued over $500
- Typically 25-35% of item value
- Calculated by Kenya Revenue Authority
Insurance
- Included free up to $500 value
- Additional coverage: 2% of declared value
Home Delivery (Optional)
- Nairobi: KES 500-800
- Mombasa: KES 600-1,000
- Other cities: KES 800-1,500
Money-Saving Tips
- Consolidate Packages: Ship multiple items together
- Remove Excess Packaging: Reduce dimensional weight
- Use Prepaid Boxes: Fixed rates for standard sizes
- Plan Ahead: Standard shipping is cheaper than express
Step-by-Step Air Shipping Process
1. Get Your US Warehouse Address
After signing up, you receive a unique warehouse address in the USA:
[Your Name] - KE[Your Code]
1234 Shipping Lane
Portland, OR 97035
United States
1234 Shipping Lane
Portland, OR 97035
United States
2. Shop from Any US Store
- Amazon, eBay, Walmart, Target, etc.
- Use your US warehouse address at checkout
- Shop from multiple stores if needed
3. Create a Pre-Alert
- Log into your account
- Create a pre-alert with tracking numbers
- Add item descriptions and values
- System estimates shipping costs
4. Packages Arrive at US Warehouse
- We receive and inspect your packages
- Take photos for verification
- Measure and weigh accurately
- Update your dashboard with details
5. Consolidation & Shipping
- Multiple packages can be combined
- Remove unnecessary packaging
- Repack efficiently to reduce weight
- Ship via air freight to Kenya
6. Delivery in Kenya
Pickup Option:
- Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu locations
- Bring ID and warehouse code
- No additional fees
Home Delivery Option:
- Pay delivery fee via M-Pesa
- Receive same-day/next-day delivery
- Sign upon receipt
Timeline
- US Store → US Warehouse: 2-5 days
- Processing at Warehouse: 1-2 days
- Air Transit: 7-14 business days
- Kenya Clearance: 1-2 days
- Total: 9-16 days
Prepaid Air Shipping Boxes
Fixed-rate shipping boxes with predetermined dimensions and weight limits. Pay upfront for hassle-free shipping.
Available Sizes
Small Box
- Dimensions: 12" × 10" × 8"
- Weight Limit: 5 lbs
- Price: ~$65
- Best For: Clothes, accessories, small electronics
Medium Box
- Dimensions: 16" × 12" × 10"
- Weight Limit: 10 lbs
- Price: ~$110
- Best For: Shoes, books, multiple clothing items
Large Box
- Dimensions: 20" × 16" × 12"
- Weight Limit: 20 lbs
- Price: ~$200
- Best For: Large items, bulk orders
Advantages
- Fixed Pricing: No surprises on shipping costs
- Faster Processing: Pre-purchased boxes ship faster
- Easy Budgeting: Know costs upfront
- Fill Capacity: Maximize value by filling completely
What You Can & Cannot Ship by Air
✅ Allowed Items
- Clothing, shoes, accessories
- Electronics (phones, laptops, tablets)
- Books, documents, papers
- Cosmetics and beauty products (non-liquid/non-aerosol)
- Non-perishable food items
- Toys and games
- Household items
- Jewelry (declare high value items)
❌ Prohibited Items
- Liquids & Aerosols: Perfumes, spray cans, nail polish
- Flammable Items: Lighters, matches, fuel
- Batteries: Loose lithium batteries
- Weapons: Firearms, knives, ammunition
- Hazardous Materials: Chemicals, compressed gases
- Perishable Food: Fresh produce, meat, dairy
- Counterfeit Goods: Fake designer items
- Illegal Substances: Drugs, narcotics
Ready to Ship by Air?
Get your US warehouse address and start shopping today