How do I track an AWB number starting with 050?

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number (050-XXXXXXXX) in the tracker at the top of this page. TraceAWB will instantly open Olympic Air's official cargo tracking page with your shipment pre-loaded.

What if my AWB prefix doesn't match any airline?

If your AWB prefix does not match a known airline, it may be a House AWB (HAWB) issued by a freight forwarder rather than the actual airline. For tracking on the airline's official portal, you need the Master AWB (MAWB), which your freight forwarder can provide.

Prefix Decoded

What is AWB Prefix 050?

Q: What airline has AWB prefix 050?

AWB prefix 050 belongs to Olympic Air (IATA code OA), based in Greece. All air waybills issued by Olympic Air start with 050-XXXXXXXX.

Q: How many digits is an IATA AWB prefix?

An IATA AWB prefix is always exactly 3 digits (000–999). It is the first part of an 11-digit air waybill number in the format XXX-XXXXXXXX. Prefix 050 belongs to Olympic Air.

Q: Is 050 the only AWB prefix for Olympic Air?

Yes, 050 is the IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for Olympic Air. Each IATA member airline has a unique 3-digit prefix. Olympic Air's prefix is 050, so all their air waybills follow the 050-XXXXXXXX format.

AWB prefix 050 is the IATA-assigned airline identification code for Olympic Air (OA), based in Greece. Every air waybill issued by Olympic Air begins with the digits 050, followed by a hyphen and an 8-digit shipment serial number — giving a total of 11 digits in the format 050-XXXXXXXX.

When you see a cargo AWB beginning with 050, you can be certain it was issued by Olympic Air or by a freight forwarder acting on their behalf. Olympic Air operates as a Scheduled Cargo & Passenger Network, with its primary hub at Athens International Airport (ATH). Typical air transit times range from 1 to 3 business days depending on origin and destination.

The IATA prefix system assigns a unique 3-digit code to every member airline, ensuring there is no ambiguity in airway bill identification across the global air freight network. Prefix 050 is exclusively reserved for Olympic Air and cannot be used by any other carrier. For detailed shipment status, use the tracker above to reach Olympic Air's official tracking portal instantly.

Prefix 050 — Quick Reference

Prefix Number050

Airline

Olympic Air

IATA CodeOA

ICAO CodeOAL

CountryGreece

HubAthens International Airport (ATH)

AWB Format050-XXXXXXXX

Cargo TypeScheduled Cargo & Passenger Network

Transit Time1–3 days

Official SiteVisit

Format Guide

How to Read an AWB Starting with 050

The 11-digit IATA airway bill number is split into two parts separated by a hyphen. The first three digits (050) tell you instantly which airline issued it.

050

Airline Prefix
→ Olympic Air

-

12345678

Shipment Serial
(8 digits)

050 always identifies Olympic Air as the issuing carrier. The 8-digit serial is unique to each shipment. Together: 050-12345678 is a complete, valid Olympic Air airway bill.

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Prefix Range 000–099

AWB Prefixes Near 050

Not sure you have the right prefix? Browse nearby IATA AWB prefixes to find the correct airline for your air waybill.

Prefix	Airline	Country	IATA	Track
034	TUS Airways	Cyprus	U8	View
035	LATAM Airlines Colombia	Colombia	4C	View
036	Volaris	Mexico	Y4	View
050 You are here	Olympic Air	Greece	OA	Track
059	GetJet Airlines	Lithuania	GW*	View
070	Syrianair	Syrian Arab Republic	RB	View
088	Xizang Airlines	China (People's Republic of)	TV	View
097	White coloured by you	Portugal	WI	View

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about AWB Prefix 050

What airline has AWB prefix 050? +

AWB prefix 050 belongs to Olympic Air (IATA code OA, ICAO code OAL), based in Greece. All air waybills with this prefix follow the format 050-XXXXXXXX and were issued by Olympic Air or by a freight forwarder on their behalf.

How do I track an AWB starting with 050? +

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number — 050-XXXXXXXX — into the tracker at the top of this page and click "Track". TraceAWB identifies prefix 050 as Olympic Air and opens their official cargo tracking portal with your shipment pre-loaded.

What does AWB prefix 050 mean? +

In the IATA air cargo numbering system, the first three digits of any air waybill identify the issuing airline. Prefix 050 is exclusively assigned to Olympic Air. The remaining eight digits (after the hyphen) are the unique shipment serial number assigned to your individual cargo. The two parts together form a globally unique shipment identifier: 050-XXXXXXXX.

How many digits is an IATA AWB prefix? +

An IATA AWB prefix is always exactly 3 digits (ranging from 000 to 999). It forms the first part of an 11-digit air waybill number in the standard format XXX-XXXXXXXX. Prefix 050 identifies Olympic Air. IATA maintains a registry of all assigned prefixes and each is unique to one airline.

What is the difference between a Master AWB and a House AWB? +

A Master Air Waybill (MAWB) is issued by the airline — in this case Olympic Air — directly to the freight forwarder. It begins with the airline's prefix: 050. A House Air Waybill (HAWB) is issued by the freight forwarder to the individual shipper and uses the forwarder's own numbering system. For tracking on Olympic Air's official portal, you need the MAWB starting with 050-. If you only have a HAWB, ask your freight forwarder for the corresponding MAWB.

Is 050 the only AWB prefix for Olympic Air? +

Yes. 050 is the single IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for Olympic Air. IATA assigns one unique 3-digit prefix per airline. No other carrier uses prefix 050, so whenever you see an airway bill starting with 050, it is guaranteed to be a Olympic Air shipment.

What if my 050 AWB shows no tracking status? +

Tracking status for a 050 AWB may not appear immediately after booking. It becomes visible only after the cargo has been physically accepted at a Olympic Air cargo terminal and the AWB has been activated in their system. This typically takes 2–8 hours after acceptance. If your AWB still shows no status after 12 hours, contact Olympic Air cargo customer service or your freight forwarder directly.