How do I track an AWB number starting with 396?

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number (396-XXXXXXXX) in the tracker at the top of this page. TraceAWB will instantly open French Bee'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 396?

Q: What airline has AWB prefix 396?

AWB prefix 396 belongs to French Bee (IATA code BF), based in France. All air waybills issued by French Bee start with 396-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 396 belongs to French Bee.

Q: Is 396 the only AWB prefix for French Bee?

Yes, 396 is the IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for French Bee. Each IATA member airline has a unique 3-digit prefix. French Bee's prefix is 396, so all their air waybills follow the 396-XXXXXXXX format.

AWB prefix 396 is the IATA-assigned airline identification code for French Bee (BF), based in France. Every air waybill issued by French Bee begins with the digits 396, followed by a hyphen and an 8-digit shipment serial number — giving a total of 11 digits in the format 396-XXXXXXXX.

When you see a cargo AWB beginning with 396, you can be certain it was issued by French Bee or by a freight forwarder acting on their behalf. French Bee operates as a Scheduled Cargo & Passenger Network, with its primary hub at Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG). 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 396 is exclusively reserved for French Bee and cannot be used by any other carrier. For detailed shipment status, use the tracker above to reach French Bee's official tracking portal instantly.

Prefix 396 — Quick Reference

Prefix Number396

Airline

French Bee

IATA CodeBF

ICAO CodeFBU

CountryFrance

HubParis Charles de Gaulle (CDG)

AWB Format396-XXXXXXXX

Cargo TypeScheduled Cargo & Passenger Network

Transit Time1–3 days

Official SiteVisit

Format Guide

How to Read an AWB Starting with 396

The 11-digit IATA airway bill number is split into two parts separated by a hyphen. The first three digits (396) tell you instantly which airline issued it.

396

Airline Prefix
→ French Bee

-

12345678

Shipment Serial
(8 digits)

396 always identifies French Bee as the issuing carrier. The 8-digit serial is unique to each shipment. Together: 396-12345678 is a complete, valid French Bee airway bill.

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Prefix Range 300–399

AWB Prefixes Near 396

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
390	Aegean Airlines	Greece	A3	View
394	Africa World Airlines	Ghana	AW	View
395	Corendon	Türkiye	XC	View
396 You are here	French Bee	France	BF	Track
400	Air Montenegro	Montenegro	4O	View
401	TAROM	Global	RO	View
403	Polar Air Cargo	United States	PO	View
404	Blue Bird Airways	Greece	BZ	View

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about AWB Prefix 396

What airline has AWB prefix 396? +

AWB prefix 396 belongs to French Bee (IATA code BF, ICAO code FBU), based in France. All air waybills with this prefix follow the format 396-XXXXXXXX and were issued by French Bee or by a freight forwarder on their behalf.

How do I track an AWB starting with 396? +

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number — 396-XXXXXXXX — into the tracker at the top of this page and click "Track". TraceAWB identifies prefix 396 as French Bee and opens their official cargo tracking portal with your shipment pre-loaded.

What does AWB prefix 396 mean? +

In the IATA air cargo numbering system, the first three digits of any air waybill identify the issuing airline. Prefix 396 is exclusively assigned to French Bee. 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: 396-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 396 identifies French Bee. 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 French Bee — directly to the freight forwarder. It begins with the airline's prefix: 396. 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 French Bee's official portal, you need the MAWB starting with 396-. If you only have a HAWB, ask your freight forwarder for the corresponding MAWB.

Is 396 the only AWB prefix for French Bee? +

Yes. 396 is the single IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for French Bee. IATA assigns one unique 3-digit prefix per airline. No other carrier uses prefix 396, so whenever you see an airway bill starting with 396, it is guaranteed to be a French Bee shipment.

What if my 396 AWB shows no tracking status? +

Tracking status for a 396 AWB may not appear immediately after booking. It becomes visible only after the cargo has been physically accepted at a French Bee 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 French Bee cargo customer service or your freight forwarder directly.