How do I track an AWB number starting with 236?

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number (236-XXXXXXXX) in the tracker at the top of this page. TraceAWB will instantly open Air India Express'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 236?

Q: What airline has AWB prefix 236?

AWB prefix 236 belongs to Air India Express (IATA code IX), based in India. All air waybills issued by Air India Express start with 236-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 236 belongs to Air India Express.

Q: Is 236 the only AWB prefix for Air India Express?

Yes, 236 is the IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for Air India Express. Each IATA member airline has a unique 3-digit prefix. Air India Express's prefix is 236, so all their air waybills follow the 236-XXXXXXXX format.

AWB prefix 236 is the IATA-assigned airline identification code for Air India Express (IX), based in India. Every air waybill issued by Air India Express begins with the digits 236, followed by a hyphen and an 8-digit shipment serial number — giving a total of 11 digits in the format 236-XXXXXXXX.

When you see a cargo AWB beginning with 236, you can be certain it was issued by Air India Express or by a freight forwarder acting on their behalf. Air India Express operates as a Scheduled Cargo & Passenger Network, with its primary hub at Indira Gandhi International (DEL). 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 236 is exclusively reserved for Air India Express and cannot be used by any other carrier. For detailed shipment status, use the tracker above to reach Air India Express's official tracking portal instantly.

Prefix 236 — Quick Reference

Prefix Number236

Airline

Air India Express

IATA CodeIX

ICAO CodeAXB

CountryIndia

HubIndira Gandhi International (DEL)

AWB Format236-XXXXXXXX

Cargo TypeScheduled Cargo & Passenger Network

Transit Time1–3 days

Official SiteVisit

Format Guide

How to Read an AWB Starting with 236

The 11-digit IATA airway bill number is split into two parts separated by a hyphen. The first three digits (236) tell you instantly which airline issued it.

236

Airline Prefix
→ Air India Express

-

12345678

Shipment Serial
(8 digits)

236 always identifies Air India Express as the issuing carrier. The 8-digit serial is unique to each shipment. Together: 236-12345678 is a complete, valid Air India Express airway bill.

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Prefix Range 200–299

AWB Prefixes Near 236

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
230	Copa Airlines	Panama	CM	View
232	Malaysia Airlines	Malaysia	MH	View
235	Turkish Airlines	Türkiye	TK	View
236 You are here	Air India Express	India	IX	Track
238	Arkia Israeli Airlines	Israel	IZ	View
239	Air Mauritius	Mauritius	MK	View
242	Stabo Air	Global	4E	View
244	Air Tahiti Nui	French Polynesia	TN	View

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about AWB Prefix 236

What airline has AWB prefix 236? +

AWB prefix 236 belongs to Air India Express (IATA code IX, ICAO code AXB), based in India. All air waybills with this prefix follow the format 236-XXXXXXXX and were issued by Air India Express or by a freight forwarder on their behalf.

How do I track an AWB starting with 236? +

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number — 236-XXXXXXXX — into the tracker at the top of this page and click "Track". TraceAWB identifies prefix 236 as Air India Express and opens their official cargo tracking portal with your shipment pre-loaded.

What does AWB prefix 236 mean? +

In the IATA air cargo numbering system, the first three digits of any air waybill identify the issuing airline. Prefix 236 is exclusively assigned to Air India Express. 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: 236-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 236 identifies Air India Express. 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 India Express — directly to the freight forwarder. It begins with the airline's prefix: 236. 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 India Express's official portal, you need the MAWB starting with 236-. If you only have a HAWB, ask your freight forwarder for the corresponding MAWB.

Is 236 the only AWB prefix for Air India Express? +

Yes. 236 is the single IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for Air India Express. IATA assigns one unique 3-digit prefix per airline. No other carrier uses prefix 236, so whenever you see an airway bill starting with 236, it is guaranteed to be a Air India Express shipment.

What if my 236 AWB shows no tracking status? +

Tracking status for a 236 AWB may not appear immediately after booking. It becomes visible only after the cargo has been physically accepted at a Air India Express 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 India Express cargo customer service or your freight forwarder directly.