How do I track an AWB number starting with 551?

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number (551-XXXXXXXX) in the tracker at the top of this page. TraceAWB will instantly open EuroAtlantic Airways'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 551?

Q: What airline has AWB prefix 551?

AWB prefix 551 belongs to EuroAtlantic Airways (IATA code YU), based in Portugal. All air waybills issued by EuroAtlantic Airways start with 551-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 551 belongs to EuroAtlantic Airways.

Q: Is 551 the only AWB prefix for EuroAtlantic Airways?

Yes, 551 is the IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for EuroAtlantic Airways. Each IATA member airline has a unique 3-digit prefix. EuroAtlantic Airways's prefix is 551, so all their air waybills follow the 551-XXXXXXXX format.

AWB prefix 551 is the IATA-assigned airline identification code for EuroAtlantic Airways (YU), based in Portugal. Every air waybill issued by EuroAtlantic Airways begins with the digits 551, followed by a hyphen and an 8-digit shipment serial number — giving a total of 11 digits in the format 551-XXXXXXXX.

When you see a cargo AWB beginning with 551, you can be certain it was issued by EuroAtlantic Airways or by a freight forwarder acting on their behalf. EuroAtlantic Airways operates as a Scheduled Cargo & Passenger Network, with its primary hub at Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS). 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 551 is exclusively reserved for EuroAtlantic Airways and cannot be used by any other carrier. For detailed shipment status, use the tracker above to reach EuroAtlantic Airways's official tracking portal instantly.

Prefix 551 — Quick Reference

Prefix Number551

Airline

EuroAtlantic Airways

IATA CodeYU

ICAO CodeMMZ

CountryPortugal

HubLisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS)

AWB Format551-XXXXXXXX

Cargo TypeScheduled Cargo & Passenger Network

Transit Time1–3 days

Official SiteVisit

Format Guide

How to Read an AWB Starting with 551

The 11-digit IATA airway bill number is split into two parts separated by a hyphen. The first three digits (551) tell you instantly which airline issued it.

551

Airline Prefix
→ EuroAtlantic Airways

-

12345678

Shipment Serial
(8 digits)

551 always identifies EuroAtlantic Airways as the issuing carrier. The 8-digit serial is unique to each shipment. Together: 551-12345678 is a complete, valid EuroAtlantic Airways airway bill.

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Prefix Range 500–599

AWB Prefixes Near 551

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
546	Afriqiyah Airways	Global	8U	View
547	Avianca Ecuador	Ecuador	2K	View
549	LATAM Cargo Brasil	Brazil	M3	View
551 You are here	EuroAtlantic Airways	Portugal	YU	Track
555	Aeroflot	Russian Federation	SU	View
558	ASL Airlines France	France	5O	View
559	Spirit Airlines	Nigeria	NK	View
560	Cargo Logic Air	Saudi Arabia	P3	View

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about AWB Prefix 551

What airline has AWB prefix 551? +

AWB prefix 551 belongs to EuroAtlantic Airways (IATA code YU, ICAO code MMZ), based in Portugal. All air waybills with this prefix follow the format 551-XXXXXXXX and were issued by EuroAtlantic Airways or by a freight forwarder on their behalf.

How do I track an AWB starting with 551? +

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number — 551-XXXXXXXX — into the tracker at the top of this page and click "Track". TraceAWB identifies prefix 551 as EuroAtlantic Airways and opens their official cargo tracking portal with your shipment pre-loaded.

What does AWB prefix 551 mean? +

In the IATA air cargo numbering system, the first three digits of any air waybill identify the issuing airline. Prefix 551 is exclusively assigned to EuroAtlantic Airways. 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: 551-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 551 identifies EuroAtlantic Airways. 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 EuroAtlantic Airways — directly to the freight forwarder. It begins with the airline's prefix: 551. 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 EuroAtlantic Airways's official portal, you need the MAWB starting with 551-. If you only have a HAWB, ask your freight forwarder for the corresponding MAWB.

Is 551 the only AWB prefix for EuroAtlantic Airways? +

Yes. 551 is the single IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for EuroAtlantic Airways. IATA assigns one unique 3-digit prefix per airline. No other carrier uses prefix 551, so whenever you see an airway bill starting with 551, it is guaranteed to be a EuroAtlantic Airways shipment.

What if my 551 AWB shows no tracking status? +

Tracking status for a 551 AWB may not appear immediately after booking. It becomes visible only after the cargo has been physically accepted at a EuroAtlantic Airways 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 EuroAtlantic Airways cargo customer service or your freight forwarder directly.