How do I track an AWB number starting with 088?

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number (088-XXXXXXXX) in the tracker at the top of this page. TraceAWB will instantly open Xizang Airlines'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 088?

Q: What airline has AWB prefix 088?

AWB prefix 088 belongs to Xizang Airlines (IATA code TV), based in China (People's Republic of). All air waybills issued by Xizang Airlines start with 088-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 088 belongs to Xizang Airlines.

Q: Is 088 the only AWB prefix for Xizang Airlines?

Yes, 088 is the IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for Xizang Airlines. Each IATA member airline has a unique 3-digit prefix. Xizang Airlines's prefix is 088, so all their air waybills follow the 088-XXXXXXXX format.

AWB prefix 088 is the IATA-assigned airline identification code for Xizang Airlines (TV), based in China (People's Republic of). Every air waybill issued by Xizang Airlines begins with the digits 088, followed by a hyphen and an 8-digit shipment serial number — giving a total of 11 digits in the format 088-XXXXXXXX.

When you see a cargo AWB beginning with 088, you can be certain it was issued by Xizang Airlines or by a freight forwarder acting on their behalf. Xizang Airlines operates as a Scheduled Cargo & Passenger Network, with its primary hub at Major International Hub (HUB). 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 088 is exclusively reserved for Xizang Airlines and cannot be used by any other carrier. For detailed shipment status, use the tracker above to reach Xizang Airlines's official tracking portal instantly.

Prefix 088 — Quick Reference

Prefix Number088

Airline

Xizang Airlines

IATA CodeTV

ICAO CodeTBA

CountryChina (People's Republic of)

HubMajor International Hub (HUB)

AWB Format088-XXXXXXXX

Cargo TypeScheduled Cargo & Passenger Network

Transit Time1–3 days

Official SiteVisit

Format Guide

How to Read an AWB Starting with 088

The 11-digit IATA airway bill number is split into two parts separated by a hyphen. The first three digits (088) tell you instantly which airline issued it.

088

Airline Prefix
→ Xizang Airlines

-

12345678

Shipment Serial
(8 digits)

088 always identifies Xizang Airlines as the issuing carrier. The 8-digit serial is unique to each shipment. Together: 088-12345678 is a complete, valid Xizang Airlines airway bill.

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AWB Prefixes Near 088

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
050	Olympic Air	Greece	OA	View
059	GetJet Airlines	Lithuania	GW*	View
070	Syrianair	Syrian Arab Republic	RB	View
088 You are here	Xizang Airlines	China (People's Republic of)	TV	Track
097	White coloured by you	Portugal	WI	View
122	Riyadh Air	Saudi Arabia	RX	View
123	Nauru Airlines	Australia	ON	View
128	Hong Kong Express Airways	Hong Kong (SAR), China	UO	View

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about AWB Prefix 088

What airline has AWB prefix 088? +

AWB prefix 088 belongs to Xizang Airlines (IATA code TV, ICAO code TBA), based in China (People's Republic of). All air waybills with this prefix follow the format 088-XXXXXXXX and were issued by Xizang Airlines or by a freight forwarder on their behalf.

How do I track an AWB starting with 088? +

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number — 088-XXXXXXXX — into the tracker at the top of this page and click "Track". TraceAWB identifies prefix 088 as Xizang Airlines and opens their official cargo tracking portal with your shipment pre-loaded.

What does AWB prefix 088 mean? +

In the IATA air cargo numbering system, the first three digits of any air waybill identify the issuing airline. Prefix 088 is exclusively assigned to Xizang Airlines. 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: 088-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 088 identifies Xizang Airlines. 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 Xizang Airlines — directly to the freight forwarder. It begins with the airline's prefix: 088. 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 Xizang Airlines's official portal, you need the MAWB starting with 088-. If you only have a HAWB, ask your freight forwarder for the corresponding MAWB.

Is 088 the only AWB prefix for Xizang Airlines? +

Yes. 088 is the single IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for Xizang Airlines. IATA assigns one unique 3-digit prefix per airline. No other carrier uses prefix 088, so whenever you see an airway bill starting with 088, it is guaranteed to be a Xizang Airlines shipment.

What if my 088 AWB shows no tracking status? +

Tracking status for a 088 AWB may not appear immediately after booking. It becomes visible only after the cargo has been physically accepted at a Xizang Airlines 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 Xizang Airlines cargo customer service or your freight forwarder directly.