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Colombia's All-Cargo Carrier · 50 Years of Service

Avianca Cargo

Avianca Cargo (IATA: QT) is the dedicated all-cargo subsidiary of Avianca Group, Colombia's largest airline. With over 50 years of experience, a fleet of Airbus A330 freighters, and an extensive network across the Americas and Europe, Avianca Cargo connects Chinese exporters to Colombia and destinations across Latin America and the Caribbean through its Miami and Medellín hubs.

Country
Colombia
IATA Code
QT
ICAO Code
TPA
AWB Prefix
729
Hub
MDE Medellín
Founded
1973
Fleet
8+ A330 freighters
Destinations
70+ Americas · Europe

Airline Overview

Key facts about Avianca Cargo and its cargo proposition for shippers in China.

Full name
Avianca Cargo (formerly Tampa Cargo – Transportes Aereos Mercantiles PanAmericanos S.A.) — the dedicated all-cargo subsidiary of Avianca Group.
Country
Colombia.
Headquarters & hub
Medellín, Colombia — José María Córdova International Airport (MDE). Secondary hub: Miami International Airport (MIA).
Founded
11 March 1973 (as Tampa Cargo). Commenced operations as Avianca Cargo on 28 May 2013.
Parent company
Avianca Group (Avianca Holdings).
Key strengths
Over 50 years of dedicated cargo experience; exclusive fleet of Airbus A330-200F and A330-300 freighters with up to 70 tonnes payload; first airline in the Americas to obtain IATA CEIV certifications in four categories — Pharma, Fresh, Live, and Lithium Batteries; leading carrier of flowers from Latin America with over 20,000 tonnes transported during peak seasons; 70+ interline agreements reaching 350 destinations; strategic partnership with Amazon Air Cargo for US–Colombia capacity; extensive network across the Americas and Europe.
Fleet overview
Fleet of 8+ aircraft: 7× Airbus A330-200F and 1× Airbus A330-300 freighter. The A330-200F offers a maximum payload of 70 tonnes with a range of up to 4,000 nautical miles. Additional A330P2F aircraft are being added through 2025–2026.
IATA 2-letter code
QT.
ICAO code
TPA.
Callsign
TAMPA.
Air Waybill prefix
729 (three-digit IATA accounting prefix).
Official website
www.aviancacargo.com

China Region Contact

Avianca Cargo representation in mainland China and Hong Kong.

Avianca Cargo maintains a Guangzhou office in China and has appointed GOCargo as its exclusive General Sales Agent (GSA) for China and Hong Kong. GOCargo, a subsidiary of GSA Force Group and Megacap China, represents Avianca Cargo for cargo originating in mainland China and Hong Kong, strengthening trade ties between these regions.

Guangzhou Office

Address: Room 22D, Annex Tower, Guangdong International Plaza, 339 Huanshi Road East, Yuexiu District, Guangzhou, China

Commercial Contact: Vinci Xu — Vinci.xu@airlogisticsgroup.com

Commercial Contact: can@airlogisticsgroup.com

Function: Cargo sales and customer support for the South China region

GOCargo (GSA — China & Hong Kong)

GOCargo, a subsidiary of GSA Force Group and Megacap China, is the exclusive General Sales Agent for Avianca Cargo in mainland China and Hong Kong.

Role: Cargo sales, capacity management and customer service for China-origin shipments

Scope: Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan (through sister company AeroUnion)

Note: For bookings from China, please contact Goodhope Freight for coordination with GOCargo.

Global Contact

Head Office: José María Córdova International Airport, Medellín, Colombia

Customer Care: Available 24/7 via the Avianca Cargo website

Website: www.aviancacargo.com

Tracking Portal: Avianca iCargo Portal

Fleet & Cargo Capability

Avianca Cargo operates a dedicated all-cargo fleet of Airbus A330 freighters, purpose-built for reliable, high-capacity freight transport across the Americas and Europe.

AircraftTypeIn serviceMax PayloadRangeTypical routesCargo advantage
Airbus A330-200F Dedicated freighter 7 Up to 70 tonnes ~4,000 nm (7,400 km) Miami – Medellín, Bogotá – Miami, Quito – Miami, Latin America – Europe World's most modern mid-size freighter; fuel-efficient; ideal for perishables, pharma and oversized cargo
Airbus A330-300F Dedicated freighter 1 ~60+ tonnes ~4,000 nm Bogotá – Miami, long-haul Americas–Europe routes Additional capacity; fuel-efficient with higher payload than A330-200F
Airbus A330-200P2F (converted) Dedicated freighter 1+ (added 2025) 60+ tonnes ~4,000 nm Bogotá – Caracas, Bolivia routes, regional Americas Passenger-to-freighter conversion; 60+ tonne capacity; fuel-efficient

* Avianca Cargo's fleet comprises 8+ aircraft. The airline is adding converted A330P2F freighters through 2025–2026 to expand capacity. In 2025 alone, Avianca Cargo transported over 100,000 tonnes of flowers from Ecuador and Colombia to the United States, Europe and Asia.

Airports Served in China & Flight Schedule

Avianca Cargo's services connecting China with the Americas.

Avianca Cargo does not currently operate direct scheduled freighter flights from mainland China. Cargo from China is routed via interline partners through key hubs including Los Angeles (LAX) and Miami (MIA), connecting onto Avianca Cargo's extensive Americas network. Avianca Cargo maintains over 70 interline agreements reaching 350 destinations globally, including partnerships with carriers such as Turkish Airlines and Cathay Pacific that connect Asia with the Americas.

For reference, Avianca Cargo's key US–Latin America routes (belly cargo and freighter capacity) include the following:

RouteAircraftFrequencyStatus
Miami (MIA) ↔ Bogotá (BOG) A330F / B767-300F (Amazon) 2× daily (expanded 2025) Active
Miami (MIA) ↔ Medellín (MDE) A330-200F Multiple weekly Active
Miami (MIA) ↔ Quito (UIO) A330F (Amazon capacity) 5× weekly Active since 2026
Bogotá (BOG) ↔ Caracas (CCS) A330-200F Weekly Active since 2026
Miami (MIA) ↔ Maastricht (MST) ↔ Zaragoza (ZAZ) A330F 2× weekly Active since 2025
Guangzhou (CAN) / Hong Kong (HKG) → LAX/MIA → Latin America Interline partners (CZ + AV) Regular connections Interline routing

For China-origin cargo, the recommended routing is Guangzhou (CAN) or Hong Kong (HKG) → Los Angeles (LAX) or Miami (MIA) via interline partner → Latin America on Avianca Cargo. Please consult your local agent for the latest schedule and confirmed connections.

International Cargo Routes from China

Destinations reachable from China through the Avianca Cargo network (via Miami/Medellín hubs and interline partners).

Avianca Cargo's network spans the Americas and Europe, with hubs at Medellín (MDE) and Miami (MIA). The airline serves 70+ destinations through its own operations and 350 destinations through 70+ interline agreements. Key destinations include:

South America

  • Colombia (BOG, MDE, CTG) — hubs
  • Ecuador (UIO, GYE)
  • Peru (LIM)
  • Brazil (GRU, VCP, MAO)
  • Argentina (EZE)
  • Chile (SCL)
  • Paraguay (ASU)
  • Uruguay (MVD)
  • Bolivia (VVI, LPB)
  • Venezuela (CCS)

Central America & Caribbean

  • Miami (MIA) — hub
  • Mexico (MEX, GDL, MTY)
  • Guatemala (GUA)
  • El Salvador (SAL)
  • Honduras (SAP)
  • Costa Rica (SJO)
  • Panama (PTY)
  • Dominican Republic (SDQ)
  • Puerto Rico (SJU)
  • Cuba (HAV)

Europe

  • Netherlands (MST) — Maastricht
  • Spain (ZAZ) — Zaragoza
  • Germany (FRA)
  • Belgium (BRU, LGG)
  • UK (LHR, STN)

Recommended China routing: Guangzhou (CAN) / Hong Kong (HKG) → Los Angeles (LAX) or Miami (MIA) via interline partner → Latin America on Avianca Cargo. Exact routing, carriers and transit points are per shipment — please consult your local agent for the latest schedule.

Cargo Advantages from China

Why Chinese exporters choose Avianca Cargo for Latin America and Caribbean-bound cargo.

For Chinese manufacturers, traders and e-commerce businesses, Avianca Cargo offers a uniquely positioned, specialised air freight solution with four distinct advantages.

Unrivalled Latin American network and 50 years of experience. Avianca Cargo has been serving the Americas for over five decades and operates one of the most extensive cargo networks in the region. From its hubs at Medellín and Miami, the airline connects to 70+ destinations across South America, Central America, the Caribbean, Mexico and Europe. Through 70+ interline agreements, Avianca Cargo reaches 350 destinations globally. For Chinese exporters targeting any market in Latin America — from Brazil and Argentina to Peru, Ecuador and the Caribbean — Avianca Cargo offers a single-carrier solution with deep regional expertise that few competitors can match.

First in the Americas with four IATA CEIV certifications. Avianca Cargo is the first airline in the Americas to obtain IATA CEIV certifications in four categories: Pharma, Fresh, Live, and Lithium Batteries. This comprehensive certification portfolio reflects the airline's commitment to the highest international standards in specialised cargo handling. For Chinese exporters of pharmaceuticals, perishables, live animals and lithium battery products, Avianca Cargo offers validated, compliant handling that meets regulatory requirements across the Americas.

Market leader in perishables and flowers. Avianca Cargo is the leading carrier of fresh flowers from Latin America, transporting over 20,000 tonnes during peak seasons and more than 100,000 tonnes of flowers in 2025 from Ecuador and Colombia to the United States, Europe and Asia. Perishable transport accounts for over 50% of the airline's cargo operations. This expertise in temperature-sensitive, time-critical cargo is directly relevant to Chinese exporters of fresh produce, seafood and other perishables targeting Latin American markets. The airline's A330 freighters are equipped with advanced temperature control systems and the airline operates CEIV Fresh certified facilities at key stations.

Strategic partnership with Amazon Air Cargo. Avianca Cargo has established a collaboration agreement with Amazon Air Cargo, including a daily Boeing 767-300F charter operation between Bogotá and Miami that began in April 2025 and expanded to twice-daily service. This partnership enhances airfreight capacity between the US and Latin America and demonstrates Avianca Cargo's ability to partner with world-class logistics operators. For Chinese e-commerce exporters, this partnership signals Avianca Cargo's capability in handling high-volume, time-sensitive e-commerce shipments. The airline also partners with Amazon for Quito–Miami capacity since March 2026, further expanding its perishables export capabilities.

On cost and reliability, routing via Miami or Los Angeles offers competitive transit times and rates compared to all-the-way long-haul products. Goodhope Freight consolidates and negotiates on the China side, so exporters benefit from consolidated rates, predictable departures and local Chinese-language support.

Booking Guide

How to book Avianca Cargo space from mainland China through Goodhope Freight.

In mainland China, bookings for Avianca Cargo are placed through Goodhope Freight. Goodhope acts as your forwarding agent, confirms space on the best available routing (typically China → LAX/MIA via interline partner → Latin America on Avianca Cargo), and manages the shipment end to end.

Goodhope Freight Contact

Booking Process

  1. Send a shipping request — provide commodity, gross weight, dimensions, pack count, place of receipt in China, final destination in Latin America or the Caribbean, and ready date.
  2. Space confirmation — Goodhope checks uplift and the optimal routing, then issues a booking confirmation and a quoted rate.
  3. Pick-up & export clearance — Goodhope arranges China pick-up, packing/labelling as needed, and export customs declaration.
  4. Air waybill & flight — the AWB (prefix 729) is issued; cargo moves China → LAX/MIA (interline partner) → Latin America (Avianca Cargo) → final destination.
  5. Track & deliver — monitor with Goodhope's tracking and the operating carrier; Goodhope coordinates arrival and destination handling.

Hub, Network & Special Cargo Capabilities

How Avianca Cargo's hubs and specialised services create value for freight from China.

Avianca Cargo is built around a dual-hub strategy: José María Córdova International Airport (MDE) in Medellín, Colombia, and Miami International Airport (MIA) in the United States. From these hubs, the airline operates a dedicated fleet of Airbus A330 freighters to 70+ destinations across the Americas and Europe. The airline has been in continuous operation since 1973 and celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2023.

CEIV certifications — the most comprehensive in the Americas. Avianca Cargo is the first airline in the Americas to obtain IATA CEIV certifications in four categories:
— CEIV Pharma (2022): Certified for pharmaceutical logistics, with temperature-controlled handling validated to international standards. Following certification, the airline transported 38% more pharmaceutical products than the previous year.
— CEIV Fresh (2022): First airline in the Americas certified for perishables handling, achieved in just five months. The airline operates CEIV Fresh certified facilities at key stations including Santiago de Chile.
— CEIV Live Animals: Certified for live animal transport in compliance with IATA Live Animals Regulations.
— CEIV Lithium Batteries: Certified for lithium battery handling at Miami and Los Angeles stations, a critical capability for electronics and technology shipments.

Perishables and flowers expertise. Avianca Cargo is the leading carrier of fresh flowers from Latin America, transporting over 20,000 tonnes during peak seasons (Valentine's Day, Mother's Day) and 100,000+ tonnes in 2025 from Ecuador and Colombia to the United States, Europe and Asia. Perishable transport accounts for over 50% of the airline's cargo operations. The airline's A330 freighters are equipped with advanced temperature control systems, and the airline operates CEIV Fresh certified facilities at key stations. This expertise in temperature-sensitive, time-critical cargo is directly relevant to Chinese exporters of fresh produce, seafood and other perishables targeting Latin American markets.

Strategic partnership with Amazon Air Cargo. Avianca Cargo has established a collaboration agreement with Amazon Air Cargo, including a daily Boeing 767-300F charter operation between Bogotá and Miami that began in April 2025 and expanded to twice-daily service. This partnership enhances airfreight capacity between the US and Latin America and demonstrates Avianca Cargo's ability to partner with world-class logistics operators. The airline also partners with Amazon for Quito–Miami capacity since March 2026, further expanding its perishables export capabilities. For Chinese e-commerce exporters, this partnership signals Avianca Cargo's capability in handling high-volume, time-sensitive e-commerce shipments.

GSA network and global reach. Avianca Cargo has restructured its global GSA network to enhance sales and customer service. For China and Hong Kong, the airline has appointed GOCargo as its exclusive General Sales Agent. GOCargo, a subsidiary of GSA Force Group and Megacap China, is committed to strengthening trade ties between China and Latin America. The airline also maintains offices in Guangzhou and works with interline partners including Turkish Airlines and Cathay Pacific to connect Asia with the Americas.

With a modern freighter fleet, four CEIV certifications, market leadership in perishables and a growing partnership ecosystem, Avianca Cargo is a reliable, specialised partner for Chinese exporters targeting Latin America and the Caribbean.

Flight schedules and equipment are subject to change without prior notice. Please verify with your booking agent.