IATA AWB Prefix
627
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Prefix 627
Assigned To Lao Airlines
Country Lao PDR
IATA / ICAO QV / LAO
Prefix Range 600–699

What is AWB Prefix 627?

AWB prefix 627 is the IATA-assigned airline identification code for Lao Airlines (QV), based in Lao PDR. Every air waybill issued by Lao Airlines begins with the digits 627, followed by a hyphen and an 8-digit shipment serial number — giving a total of 11 digits in the format 627-XXXXXXXX.

When you see a cargo AWB beginning with 627, you can be certain it was issued by Lao Airlines or by a freight forwarder acting on their behalf. Lao 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 627 is exclusively reserved for Lao Airlines and cannot be used by any other carrier. For detailed shipment status, use the tracker above to reach Lao Airlines's official tracking portal instantly.

Prefix 627 — Quick Reference
Prefix Number627
Airline Lao Airlines Lao Airlines
IATA CodeQV
ICAO CodeLAO
CountryLao PDR
HubMajor International Hub (HUB)
AWB Format627-XXXXXXXX
Cargo TypeScheduled Cargo & Passenger Network
Transit Time1–3 days
Official SiteVisit

How to Read an AWB Starting with 627

The 11-digit IATA airway bill number is split into two parts separated by a hyphen. The first three digits (627) tell you instantly which airline issued it.

627
Airline Prefix
→ Lao Airlines
-
12345678
Shipment Serial
(8 digits)

627 always identifies Lao Airlines as the issuing carrier. The 8-digit serial is unique to each shipment. Together: 627-12345678 is a complete, valid Lao Airlines airway bill.

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AWB Prefixes Near 627

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Frequently Asked Questions about AWB Prefix 627

What airline has AWB prefix 627? +
AWB prefix 627 belongs to Lao Airlines (IATA code QV, ICAO code LAO), based in Lao PDR. All air waybills with this prefix follow the format 627-XXXXXXXX and were issued by Lao Airlines or by a freight forwarder on their behalf.
How do I track an AWB starting with 627? +
Enter your full 11-digit AWB number — 627-XXXXXXXX — into the tracker at the top of this page and click "Track". TraceAWB identifies prefix 627 as Lao Airlines and opens their official cargo tracking portal with your shipment pre-loaded.
What does AWB prefix 627 mean? +
In the IATA air cargo numbering system, the first three digits of any air waybill identify the issuing airline. Prefix 627 is exclusively assigned to Lao 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: 627-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 627 identifies Lao 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 Lao Airlines — directly to the freight forwarder. It begins with the airline's prefix: 627. 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 Lao Airlines's official portal, you need the MAWB starting with 627-. If you only have a HAWB, ask your freight forwarder for the corresponding MAWB.
Is 627 the only AWB prefix for Lao Airlines? +
Yes. 627 is the single IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for Lao Airlines. IATA assigns one unique 3-digit prefix per airline. No other carrier uses prefix 627, so whenever you see an airway bill starting with 627, it is guaranteed to be a Lao Airlines shipment.
What if my 627 AWB shows no tracking status? +
Tracking status for a 627 AWB may not appear immediately after booking. It becomes visible only after the cargo has been physically accepted at a Lao 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 Lao Airlines cargo customer service or your freight forwarder directly.

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