Colombia

Avianca Cargo Tracking

AWB prefix 134IATA AVFormat: 134-XXXXXXXX (8-digit serial)

About

Avianca Cargo, rebranded from Tampa Cargo in 2013, is the dedicated freight division of Colombia's flagship carrier and has established itself as one of the leading cargo airlines in Latin America. With a modern fleet of nine Airbus A330 freighters and belly operations in more than 100 passenger aircraft, the airline operates to more than 60 destinations across the Americas, Europe, and Asia, connecting key markets through strategic hubs. Avianca Cargo became the first cargo airline in the Americas to achieve all four IATA CEIV Pharma certifications in 2023, including CEIV Fresh, CEIV Live Animals, CEIV Lithium Batteries, and CEIV Pharma.

How to track Avianca shipments

1. Go to cargoapps.aviancacargo.com or use the cargo tracking tool on aviancacargo.com/. 2. Enter your air waybill number in the format 134-XXXXXXXX where X represents the seven-digit serial number followed by a mod-7 check digit (example: 134-12345675). 3. Click track to view shipment status, location updates, and expected delivery information. 4. If tracking shows no specific updates after 24 hours, contact the Avianca Cargo office where you shipped or will receive your cargo to verify the status.

What 134-XXXXXXXX means

The AWB prefix 134 identifies Avianca as the issuing carrier and ensures your shipment is routed correctly through their network and handling systems. The following 7-digit serial number is unique to your shipment, while the final digit is a check digit calculated using the mod-7 method (the serial number divided by 7, using only the remainder). For example, in AWB 134-12345675, the serial number 1234567 divided by 7 gives a remainder of 5, which becomes the check digit.

Avianca cold chain & perishables

Avianca holds IATA CEIV Pharma and CEIV Fresh certifications for handling temperature-sensitive pharmaceuticals and perishables. CEIV is the IATA-administered audit standard that validates a carrier's end-to-end cold-chain procedures, staff training, and facilities against pharma-grade requirements.

  • CEIV Pharma
  • CEIV Fresh

Avianca live animal transport

Avianca transports live animals under the IATA Live Animals Regulations (LAR), which govern container, ventilation, and species-specific handling requirements for livestock, day-old chicks, zoo animals, household pets, and laboratory animals. The carrier is additionally IATA CEIV Live Animals certified, meaning its handling chain has passed the IATA audit for end-to-end live-animal procedures. Bookings require species-specific documentation and approved containers; book through the cargo team with at least 48 hours notice.

  • CEIV Live Animals

Avianca specialized cargo handling

Avianca offers specialized pharmaceutical transport through PharmaCare (passive packaging for temperature-sensitive drugs following IATA TCR guidelines) and PharmaCoolCare (active containers for time and temperature critical pharmaceuticals). The carrier provides comprehensive live animal transport services including specialized equine handling with positioning and repositioning stables for horses and ponies.

Sustainability & SAF

Avianca Cargo has committed to reducing CO2 emissions and carbon footprint through improved fleet and operational efficiency, working with customers and partners to find innovative solutions to the climate crisis. The airline received the ESG Award from Air Cargo News and is recognized among the top 6 airlines worldwide for Environmental, Social, and Governance standards.

Frequently asked questions

How do I track my Avianca Cargo shipment?
Visit cargoapps.aviancacargo.com and enter your AWB number in the format 134-XXXXXXXX (example: 134-12345675). If your tracking hasn't updated after 24 hours, contact the cargo office where you shipped or will receive your cargo to verify status directly.
What does AWB prefix 134 mean?
The prefix 134 identifies Avianca as your cargo carrier. The 7-digit serial number following it is unique to your shipment, and the final digit is a mod-7 check digit. For example, in 134-12345675, the serial 1234567 ÷ 7 = remainder 5, which becomes the check digit.
What special cargo certifications does Avianca have?
Avianca Cargo is the first airline in the Americas to achieve all four IATA CEIV certifications: CEIV Pharma for pharmaceuticals with temperature control, CEIV Fresh for perishables, CEIV Live Animals for livestock transport, and CEIV Lithium Batteries for safe battery handling.
How do I book cargo with Avianca?
Visit aviancacargo.com/eng/pye/reservation.aspx for direct booking using your AWB stock, or use integrated platforms like CargoAi, WebCargo, or cargo.one for rates and instant booking. You can also contact your local Avianca Cargo office for assistance with reservations and quotes.

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