How do I track an AWB number starting with 490?

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number (490-XXXXXXXX) in the tracker at the top of this page. TraceAWB will instantly open Air Senegal'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 490?

Q: What airline has AWB prefix 490?

AWB prefix 490 belongs to Air Senegal (IATA code HC), based in Senegal. All air waybills issued by Air Senegal start with 490-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 490 belongs to Air Senegal.

Q: Is 490 the only AWB prefix for Air Senegal?

Yes, 490 is the IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for Air Senegal. Each IATA member airline has a unique 3-digit prefix. Air Senegal's prefix is 490, so all their air waybills follow the 490-XXXXXXXX format.

AWB prefix 490 is the IATA-assigned airline identification code for Air Senegal (HC), based in Senegal. Every air waybill issued by Air Senegal begins with the digits 490, followed by a hyphen and an 8-digit shipment serial number — giving a total of 11 digits in the format 490-XXXXXXXX.

When you see a cargo AWB beginning with 490, you can be certain it was issued by Air Senegal or by a freight forwarder acting on their behalf. Air Senegal 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 490 is exclusively reserved for Air Senegal and cannot be used by any other carrier. For detailed shipment status, use the tracker above to reach Air Senegal's official tracking portal instantly.

Prefix 490 — Quick Reference

Prefix Number490

Airline

Air Senegal

IATA CodeHC

ICAO CodeSZN

CountrySenegal

HubMajor International Hub (HUB)

AWB Format490-XXXXXXXX

Cargo TypeScheduled Cargo & Passenger Network

Transit Time1–3 days

Official SiteVisit

Format Guide

How to Read an AWB Starting with 490

The 11-digit IATA airway bill number is split into two parts separated by a hyphen. The first three digits (490) tell you instantly which airline issued it.

490

Airline Prefix
→ Air Senegal

-

12345678

Shipment Serial
(8 digits)

490 always identifies Air Senegal as the issuing carrier. The 8-digit serial is unique to each shipment. Together: 490-12345678 is a complete, valid Air Senegal airway bill.

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Prefix Range 400–499

AWB Prefixes Near 490

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
485	Astral Aviation	Global	AV	View
486	Jazeera Airways	Kuwait	J9	View
489	Cargojet	Canada	W8	View
490 You are here	Air Senegal	Senegal	HC	Track
495	Mauritania Airlines	Mauritania	L6	View
500	Jetstar	Global	JS	View
501	Silk Way West Airlines	Azerbaijan	7L	View
503	Corendon Dutch Airlines	Global	CD	View

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about AWB Prefix 490

What airline has AWB prefix 490? +

AWB prefix 490 belongs to Air Senegal (IATA code HC, ICAO code SZN), based in Senegal. All air waybills with this prefix follow the format 490-XXXXXXXX and were issued by Air Senegal or by a freight forwarder on their behalf.

How do I track an AWB starting with 490? +

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number — 490-XXXXXXXX — into the tracker at the top of this page and click "Track". TraceAWB identifies prefix 490 as Air Senegal and opens their official cargo tracking portal with your shipment pre-loaded.

What does AWB prefix 490 mean? +

In the IATA air cargo numbering system, the first three digits of any air waybill identify the issuing airline. Prefix 490 is exclusively assigned to Air Senegal. 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: 490-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 490 identifies Air Senegal. 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 Air Senegal — directly to the freight forwarder. It begins with the airline's prefix: 490. 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 Air Senegal's official portal, you need the MAWB starting with 490-. If you only have a HAWB, ask your freight forwarder for the corresponding MAWB.

Is 490 the only AWB prefix for Air Senegal? +

Yes. 490 is the single IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for Air Senegal. IATA assigns one unique 3-digit prefix per airline. No other carrier uses prefix 490, so whenever you see an airway bill starting with 490, it is guaranteed to be a Air Senegal shipment.

What if my 490 AWB shows no tracking status? +

Tracking status for a 490 AWB may not appear immediately after booking. It becomes visible only after the cargo has been physically accepted at a Air Senegal 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 Air Senegal cargo customer service or your freight forwarder directly.