How do I track an AWB number starting with 649?

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number (649-XXXXXXXX) in the tracker at the top of this page. TraceAWB will instantly open Air Transat'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 649?

Q: What airline has AWB prefix 649?

AWB prefix 649 belongs to Air Transat (IATA code TS), based in Canada. All air waybills issued by Air Transat start with 649-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 649 belongs to Air Transat.

Q: Is 649 the only AWB prefix for Air Transat?

Yes, 649 is the IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for Air Transat. Each IATA member airline has a unique 3-digit prefix. Air Transat's prefix is 649, so all their air waybills follow the 649-XXXXXXXX format.

AWB prefix 649 is the IATA-assigned airline identification code for Air Transat (TS), based in Canada. Every air waybill issued by Air Transat begins with the digits 649, followed by a hyphen and an 8-digit shipment serial number — giving a total of 11 digits in the format 649-XXXXXXXX.

When you see a cargo AWB beginning with 649, you can be certain it was issued by Air Transat or by a freight forwarder acting on their behalf. Air Transat operates as a Scheduled Cargo & Passenger Network, with its primary hub at Toronto Pearson International (YYZ). 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 649 is exclusively reserved for Air Transat and cannot be used by any other carrier. For detailed shipment status, use the tracker above to reach Air Transat's official tracking portal instantly.

Prefix 649 — Quick Reference

Prefix Number649

Airline

Air Transat

IATA CodeTS

ICAO CodeTSC

CountryCanada

HubToronto Pearson International (YYZ)

AWB Format649-XXXXXXXX

Cargo TypeScheduled Cargo & Passenger Network

Transit Time1–3 days

Official SiteVisit

Format Guide

How to Read an AWB Starting with 649

The 11-digit IATA airway bill number is split into two parts separated by a hyphen. The first three digits (649) tell you instantly which airline issued it.

649

Airline Prefix
→ Air Transat

-

12345678

Shipment Serial
(8 digits)

649 always identifies Air Transat as the issuing carrier. The 8-digit serial is unique to each shipment. Together: 649-12345678 is a complete, valid Air Transat airway bill.

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Prefix Range 600–699

AWB Prefixes Near 649

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
636	Air Botswana	Botswana	BP	View
638	Air Saint Pierre	Global	PJ	View
643	KM Malta Airlines	Malta	KM	View
649 You are here	Air Transat	Canada	TS	Track
656	Air Niugini	Papua New Guinea	PX	View
657	airBaltic	Latvia	BT	View
663	Plus Ultra	Spain	PU	View
666	Fuzhou Airlines	China (People's Republic of)	FU	View

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about AWB Prefix 649

What airline has AWB prefix 649? +

AWB prefix 649 belongs to Air Transat (IATA code TS, ICAO code TSC), based in Canada. All air waybills with this prefix follow the format 649-XXXXXXXX and were issued by Air Transat or by a freight forwarder on their behalf.

How do I track an AWB starting with 649? +

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number — 649-XXXXXXXX — into the tracker at the top of this page and click "Track". TraceAWB identifies prefix 649 as Air Transat and opens their official cargo tracking portal with your shipment pre-loaded.

What does AWB prefix 649 mean? +

In the IATA air cargo numbering system, the first three digits of any air waybill identify the issuing airline. Prefix 649 is exclusively assigned to Air Transat. 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: 649-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 649 identifies Air Transat. 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 Transat — directly to the freight forwarder. It begins with the airline's prefix: 649. 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 Transat's official portal, you need the MAWB starting with 649-. If you only have a HAWB, ask your freight forwarder for the corresponding MAWB.

Is 649 the only AWB prefix for Air Transat? +

Yes. 649 is the single IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for Air Transat. IATA assigns one unique 3-digit prefix per airline. No other carrier uses prefix 649, so whenever you see an airway bill starting with 649, it is guaranteed to be a Air Transat shipment.

What if my 649 AWB shows no tracking status? +

Tracking status for a 649 AWB may not appear immediately after booking. It becomes visible only after the cargo has been physically accepted at a Air Transat 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 Transat cargo customer service or your freight forwarder directly.