How do I track an AWB number starting with 643?

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number (643-XXXXXXXX) in the tracker at the top of this page. TraceAWB will instantly open KM Malta Airlines'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 643?

Q: What airline has AWB prefix 643?

AWB prefix 643 belongs to KM Malta Airlines (IATA code KM), based in Malta. All air waybills issued by KM Malta Airlines start with 643-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 643 belongs to KM Malta Airlines.

Q: Is 643 the only AWB prefix for KM Malta Airlines?

Yes, 643 is the IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for KM Malta Airlines. Each IATA member airline has a unique 3-digit prefix. KM Malta Airlines's prefix is 643, so all their air waybills follow the 643-XXXXXXXX format.

AWB prefix 643 is the IATA-assigned airline identification code for KM Malta Airlines (KM), based in Malta. Every air waybill issued by KM Malta Airlines begins with the digits 643, followed by a hyphen and an 8-digit shipment serial number — giving a total of 11 digits in the format 643-XXXXXXXX.

When you see a cargo AWB beginning with 643, you can be certain it was issued by KM Malta Airlines or by a freight forwarder acting on their behalf. KM Malta 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 643 is exclusively reserved for KM Malta Airlines and cannot be used by any other carrier. For detailed shipment status, use the tracker above to reach KM Malta Airlines's official tracking portal instantly.

Prefix 643 — Quick Reference

Prefix Number643

Airline

KM Malta Airlines

IATA CodeKM

ICAO CodeKMM

CountryMalta

HubMajor International Hub (HUB)

AWB Format643-XXXXXXXX

Cargo TypeScheduled Cargo & Passenger Network

Transit Time1–3 days

Official SiteVisit

Format Guide

How to Read an AWB Starting with 643

The 11-digit IATA airway bill number is split into two parts separated by a hyphen. The first three digits (643) tell you instantly which airline issued it.

643

Airline Prefix
→ KM Malta Airlines

-

12345678

Shipment Serial
(8 digits)

643 always identifies KM Malta Airlines as the issuing carrier. The 8-digit serial is unique to each shipment. Together: 643-12345678 is a complete, valid KM Malta Airlines airway bill.

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Prefix Range 600–699

AWB Prefixes Near 643

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
632	Perimeter	Global	PE	View
636	Air Botswana	Botswana	BP	View
638	Air Saint Pierre	Global	PJ	View
643 You are here	KM Malta Airlines	Malta	KM	Track
649	Air Transat	Canada	TS	View
656	Air Niugini	Papua New Guinea	PX	View
657	airBaltic	Latvia	BT	View
663	Plus Ultra	Spain	PU	View

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about AWB Prefix 643

What airline has AWB prefix 643? +

AWB prefix 643 belongs to KM Malta Airlines (IATA code KM, ICAO code KMM), based in Malta. All air waybills with this prefix follow the format 643-XXXXXXXX and were issued by KM Malta Airlines or by a freight forwarder on their behalf.

How do I track an AWB starting with 643? +

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number — 643-XXXXXXXX — into the tracker at the top of this page and click "Track". TraceAWB identifies prefix 643 as KM Malta Airlines and opens their official cargo tracking portal with your shipment pre-loaded.

What does AWB prefix 643 mean? +

In the IATA air cargo numbering system, the first three digits of any air waybill identify the issuing airline. Prefix 643 is exclusively assigned to KM Malta 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: 643-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 643 identifies KM Malta 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 KM Malta Airlines — directly to the freight forwarder. It begins with the airline's prefix: 643. 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 KM Malta Airlines's official portal, you need the MAWB starting with 643-. If you only have a HAWB, ask your freight forwarder for the corresponding MAWB.

Is 643 the only AWB prefix for KM Malta Airlines? +

Yes. 643 is the single IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for KM Malta Airlines. IATA assigns one unique 3-digit prefix per airline. No other carrier uses prefix 643, so whenever you see an airway bill starting with 643, it is guaranteed to be a KM Malta Airlines shipment.

What if my 643 AWB shows no tracking status? +

Tracking status for a 643 AWB may not appear immediately after booking. It becomes visible only after the cargo has been physically accepted at a KM Malta 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 KM Malta Airlines cargo customer service or your freight forwarder directly.