Rates

General Shipping Service

To calculate your total shipment charges, multiply the weight of your cargo (in lbs.) by the weight rate (in lbs.) of your hub destination. Then multiply that number by the current fuel surcharge and the federal transportation tax to get an estimated total for your shipment cost.

A $50 minimum charge applies for all shipments. Additional rates may apply for bulky items or shipments that require specialized handling or item dimensions.

To calculate your total shipment charges, multiply the weight of your cargo (in lbs.) by the weight rate (in lbs.) of your hub destination. Then multiply that number by the current fuel surcharge and the federal transportation tax to get an estimated total for your shipment cost. Or use our handy Rate Estimator tool.

Cost Formula

Cargo Weight (lbs.) × Hub Destination Rate (lbs.)  ×  Current Fuel Surcharge  ×  Federal Air Transportation Tax (6.25%)= Total Shipment Cost

* Get current fuel surcharge

Priority Shipping Service

To calculate your priority freight service rate:

  • General Rate × 1.6 = Priority Rate

Express Shipping Service

To calculate your express freight service rate:

  • General Rate × 1.4 = Express Rate

Backhaul Rate

This rate is provided for items shipped from hub destinations back to Anchorage or Fairbanks.

  • Freight weight in lbs. ×  .35  × Fuel Surcharge  ×  Federal Air Transportation Tax = Backhaul Rate

General Rates

Additional rates may apply to shipments that include extra bulky items or require specialized handling. Dimensional rates may also apply to items that take up a large area of cargo space.

For questions regarding additional rates, please contact a Customer Service Agent at 1 (800) 727-2141.

Commodities Rate

Rates effective January 2, 2024

Minimum 1 lb. Rate 1000 lb. Rate 5000 lb. Rate
Aniak $50.00 1.08 1.02 0.98
Barrow $50.00 1.27 1.23 1.21
Bethel $50.00 1.09 1.04 1.03
Deadhorse $50.00 1.27 1.23 1.21
Dillingham $50.00 1.08 1.02 0.98
Fairbanks $50.00 0.68 0.68 0.68
King Salmon $50.00 1.08 1.02 0.98
Kotzebue $50.00 1.17 1.10 1.09
Nome $50.00 1.17 1.10 1.09
Unalakleet $50.00 1.13 1.09 1.06
Backhaul $30.00 0.36 0.36 0.36

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All Fuel Surcharges, Federal Transportation Tax, HazMat Fees and exceptions apply when applicable.
Rates are subject to change without notice.

NACPAC

Take advantage of our fast, small package shipping service. We’ll make sure it’s on the next flight or we will refund your payment. Shipment must arrive at NAC at least two hours before the scheduled departure time.

NACPAC service is available between Anchorage and the following destinations: Aniak, Barrow, Bethel, Deadhorse, Dillingham, Fairbanks, King Salmon, Kotzebue, Nome and Unalakleet.

Prices for NACPAC Shipment:

  • Letter – up to 3 lbs.
    $25.00 Envelope dimensions cannot exceed 15″ x 12″
  • Bag – up to 50 lbs. – $50.00. Dmensions are 30″ x 28″ x 3″ (roughly 2 cu. ft.).

Hazardous Materials are not available for NACPAC shipment.

If you are shipping to Anchorage from any of our hub destinations:

  • Letter – $10.00
  • Box/Bag – $25.00
NORTHERN AIR CARGO

Cargo Experts

At Northern Air Cargo, we provide an exceptional team of shipping experts that can get your cargo where it needs to be, on time. With our partner carriers, we cover more of Alaska, providing connecting services from our hub communities. NAC specializes in transporting all kinds of freight including vehicles, oversized freight, declared hazardous materials, and live animals. Our team is ready to help you with your cargo and shipping needs.
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Northern Air Cargo, LLC (NAC) is headquartered in Anchorage, Alaska, and serves communities across
the state and beyond.

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