How do I track an AWB number starting with 804?

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number (804-XXXXXXXX) in the tracker at the top of this page. TraceAWB will instantly open China Postal 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 804?

Q: What airline has AWB prefix 804?

AWB prefix 804 belongs to China Postal Airlines (IATA code CF), based in China (People's Republic of). All air waybills issued by China Postal Airlines start with 804-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 804 belongs to China Postal Airlines.

Q: Is 804 the only AWB prefix for China Postal Airlines?

Yes, 804 is the IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for China Postal Airlines. Each IATA member airline has a unique 3-digit prefix. China Postal Airlines's prefix is 804, so all their air waybills follow the 804-XXXXXXXX format.

AWB prefix 804 is the IATA-assigned airline identification code for China Postal Airlines (CF), based in China (People's Republic of). Every air waybill issued by China Postal Airlines begins with the digits 804, followed by a hyphen and an 8-digit shipment serial number — giving a total of 11 digits in the format 804-XXXXXXXX.

When you see a cargo AWB beginning with 804, you can be certain it was issued by China Postal Airlines or by a freight forwarder acting on their behalf. China Postal 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 804 is exclusively reserved for China Postal Airlines and cannot be used by any other carrier. For detailed shipment status, use the tracker above to reach China Postal Airlines's official tracking portal instantly.

Prefix 804 — Quick Reference

Prefix Number804

Airline

China Postal Airlines

IATA CodeCF

ICAO CodeCYZ

CountryChina (People's Republic of)

HubMajor International Hub (HUB)

AWB Format804-XXXXXXXX

Cargo TypeScheduled Cargo & Passenger Network

Transit Time1–3 days

Official SiteVisit

Format Guide

How to Read an AWB Starting with 804

The 11-digit IATA airway bill number is split into two parts separated by a hyphen. The first three digits (804) tell you instantly which airline issued it.

804

Airline Prefix
→ China Postal Airlines

-

12345678

Shipment Serial
(8 digits)

804 always identifies China Postal Airlines as the issuing carrier. The 8-digit serial is unique to each shipment. Together: 804-12345678 is a complete, valid China Postal Airlines airway bill.

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Prefix Range 800–899

AWB Prefixes Near 804

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
795	Virgin Australia	Australia	VA	View
797	Smartwings	Czechia	QS	View
800	Volotea	Global	V7	View
804 You are here	China Postal Airlines	China (People's Republic of)	CF	Track
807	AirAsia	Global	AK	View
810	Amerijet	Global	M6	View
811	Chengdu Airlines	China (People's Republic of)	EU	View
816	Batik Air Malaysia	Malaysia	OD	View

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about AWB Prefix 804

What airline has AWB prefix 804? +

AWB prefix 804 belongs to China Postal Airlines (IATA code CF, ICAO code CYZ), based in China (People's Republic of). All air waybills with this prefix follow the format 804-XXXXXXXX and were issued by China Postal Airlines or by a freight forwarder on their behalf.

How do I track an AWB starting with 804? +

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number — 804-XXXXXXXX — into the tracker at the top of this page and click "Track". TraceAWB identifies prefix 804 as China Postal Airlines and opens their official cargo tracking portal with your shipment pre-loaded.

What does AWB prefix 804 mean? +

In the IATA air cargo numbering system, the first three digits of any air waybill identify the issuing airline. Prefix 804 is exclusively assigned to China Postal 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: 804-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 804 identifies China Postal 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 China Postal Airlines — directly to the freight forwarder. It begins with the airline's prefix: 804. 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 China Postal Airlines's official portal, you need the MAWB starting with 804-. If you only have a HAWB, ask your freight forwarder for the corresponding MAWB.

Is 804 the only AWB prefix for China Postal Airlines? +

Yes. 804 is the single IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for China Postal Airlines. IATA assigns one unique 3-digit prefix per airline. No other carrier uses prefix 804, so whenever you see an airway bill starting with 804, it is guaranteed to be a China Postal Airlines shipment.

What if my 804 AWB shows no tracking status? +

Tracking status for a 804 AWB may not appear immediately after booking. It becomes visible only after the cargo has been physically accepted at a China Postal 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 China Postal Airlines cargo customer service or your freight forwarder directly.