How do I track an AWB number starting with 596?

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number (596-XXXXXXXX) in the tracker at the top of this page. TraceAWB will instantly open Nok 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 596?

Q: What airline has AWB prefix 596?

AWB prefix 596 belongs to Nok Air (IATA code DD), based in Thailand. All air waybills issued by Nok Air start with 596-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 596 belongs to Nok Air.

Q: Is 596 the only AWB prefix for Nok Air?

Yes, 596 is the IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for Nok Air. Each IATA member airline has a unique 3-digit prefix. Nok Air's prefix is 596, so all their air waybills follow the 596-XXXXXXXX format.

AWB prefix 596 is the IATA-assigned airline identification code for Nok Air (DD), based in Thailand. Every air waybill issued by Nok Air begins with the digits 596, followed by a hyphen and an 8-digit shipment serial number — giving a total of 11 digits in the format 596-XXXXXXXX.

When you see a cargo AWB beginning with 596, you can be certain it was issued by Nok Air or by a freight forwarder acting on their behalf. Nok Air operates as a Scheduled Cargo & Passenger Network, with its primary hub at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). 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 596 is exclusively reserved for Nok Air and cannot be used by any other carrier. For detailed shipment status, use the tracker above to reach Nok Air's official tracking portal instantly.

Prefix 596 — Quick Reference

Prefix Number596

Airline

Nok Air

IATA CodeDD

ICAO CodeNOK

CountryThailand

HubSuvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

AWB Format596-XXXXXXXX

Cargo TypeScheduled Cargo & Passenger Network

Transit Time1–3 days

Official SiteVisit

Format Guide

How to Read an AWB Starting with 596

The 11-digit IATA airway bill number is split into two parts separated by a hyphen. The first three digits (596) tell you instantly which airline issued it.

596

Airline Prefix
→ Nok Air

-

12345678

Shipment Serial
(8 digits)

596 always identifies Nok Air as the issuing carrier. The 8-digit serial is unique to each shipment. Together: 596-12345678 is a complete, valid Nok Air airway bill.

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Prefix Range 500–599

AWB Prefixes Near 596

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
505	PAS	Egypt	UF	View
525	UNI AIR	Chinese Taipei	B7	View
544	LATAM Airlines Peru	Peru	LP	View
596 You are here	Nok Air	Thailand	DD	Track
599	Myanmar Airways International	Myanmar	8M	View
606	Georgian Airways	Georgia	A9	View
619	JD Airlines	China (People's Republic of)	JG	View
627	Lao Airlines	Lao PDR	QV	View

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about AWB Prefix 596

What airline has AWB prefix 596? +

AWB prefix 596 belongs to Nok Air (IATA code DD, ICAO code NOK), based in Thailand. All air waybills with this prefix follow the format 596-XXXXXXXX and were issued by Nok Air or by a freight forwarder on their behalf.

How do I track an AWB starting with 596? +

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number — 596-XXXXXXXX — into the tracker at the top of this page and click "Track". TraceAWB identifies prefix 596 as Nok Air and opens their official cargo tracking portal with your shipment pre-loaded.

What does AWB prefix 596 mean? +

In the IATA air cargo numbering system, the first three digits of any air waybill identify the issuing airline. Prefix 596 is exclusively assigned to Nok 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: 596-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 596 identifies Nok 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 Nok Air — directly to the freight forwarder. It begins with the airline's prefix: 596. 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 Nok Air's official portal, you need the MAWB starting with 596-. If you only have a HAWB, ask your freight forwarder for the corresponding MAWB.

Is 596 the only AWB prefix for Nok Air? +

Yes. 596 is the single IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for Nok Air. IATA assigns one unique 3-digit prefix per airline. No other carrier uses prefix 596, so whenever you see an airway bill starting with 596, it is guaranteed to be a Nok Air shipment.

What if my 596 AWB shows no tracking status? +

Tracking status for a 596 AWB may not appear immediately after booking. It becomes visible only after the cargo has been physically accepted at a Nok 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 Nok Air cargo customer service or your freight forwarder directly.