How do I track an AWB number starting with 547?

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number (547-XXXXXXXX) in the tracker at the top of this page. TraceAWB will instantly open Avianca Ecuador'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 547?

Q: What airline has AWB prefix 547?

AWB prefix 547 belongs to Avianca Ecuador (IATA code 2K), based in Ecuador. All air waybills issued by Avianca Ecuador start with 547-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 547 belongs to Avianca Ecuador.

Q: Is 547 the only AWB prefix for Avianca Ecuador?

Yes, 547 is the IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for Avianca Ecuador. Each IATA member airline has a unique 3-digit prefix. Avianca Ecuador's prefix is 547, so all their air waybills follow the 547-XXXXXXXX format.

AWB prefix 547 is the IATA-assigned airline identification code for Avianca Ecuador (2K), based in Ecuador. Every air waybill issued by Avianca Ecuador begins with the digits 547, followed by a hyphen and an 8-digit shipment serial number — giving a total of 11 digits in the format 547-XXXXXXXX.

When you see a cargo AWB beginning with 547, you can be certain it was issued by Avianca Ecuador or by a freight forwarder acting on their behalf. Avianca Ecuador 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 547 is exclusively reserved for Avianca Ecuador and cannot be used by any other carrier. For detailed shipment status, use the tracker above to reach Avianca Ecuador's official tracking portal instantly.

Prefix 547 — Quick Reference

Prefix Number547

Airline

Avianca Ecuador

IATA Code2K

ICAO CodeGLG

CountryEcuador

HubMajor International Hub (HUB)

AWB Format547-XXXXXXXX

Cargo TypeScheduled Cargo & Passenger Network

Transit Time1–3 days

Official SiteVisit

Format Guide

How to Read an AWB Starting with 547

The 11-digit IATA airway bill number is split into two parts separated by a hyphen. The first three digits (547) tell you instantly which airline issued it.

547

Airline Prefix
→ Avianca Ecuador

-

12345678

Shipment Serial
(8 digits)

547 always identifies Avianca Ecuador as the issuing carrier. The 8-digit serial is unique to each shipment. Together: 547-12345678 is a complete, valid Avianca Ecuador airway bill.

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Prefix Range 500–599

AWB Prefixes Near 547

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
526	Southwest Airlines	United States	WN	View
536	Norse Atlantic UK	Global	Z0	View
546	Afriqiyah Airways	Global	8U	View
547 You are here	Avianca Ecuador	Ecuador	2K	Track
549	LATAM Cargo Brasil	Brazil	M3	View
551	EuroAtlantic Airways	Portugal	YU	View
555	Aeroflot	Russian Federation	SU	View
558	ASL Airlines France	France	5O	View

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about AWB Prefix 547

What airline has AWB prefix 547? +

AWB prefix 547 belongs to Avianca Ecuador (IATA code 2K, ICAO code GLG), based in Ecuador. All air waybills with this prefix follow the format 547-XXXXXXXX and were issued by Avianca Ecuador or by a freight forwarder on their behalf.

How do I track an AWB starting with 547? +

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number — 547-XXXXXXXX — into the tracker at the top of this page and click "Track". TraceAWB identifies prefix 547 as Avianca Ecuador and opens their official cargo tracking portal with your shipment pre-loaded.

What does AWB prefix 547 mean? +

In the IATA air cargo numbering system, the first three digits of any air waybill identify the issuing airline. Prefix 547 is exclusively assigned to Avianca Ecuador. 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: 547-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 547 identifies Avianca Ecuador. 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 Avianca Ecuador — directly to the freight forwarder. It begins with the airline's prefix: 547. 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 Avianca Ecuador's official portal, you need the MAWB starting with 547-. If you only have a HAWB, ask your freight forwarder for the corresponding MAWB.

Is 547 the only AWB prefix for Avianca Ecuador? +

Yes. 547 is the single IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for Avianca Ecuador. IATA assigns one unique 3-digit prefix per airline. No other carrier uses prefix 547, so whenever you see an airway bill starting with 547, it is guaranteed to be a Avianca Ecuador shipment.

What if my 547 AWB shows no tracking status? +

Tracking status for a 547 AWB may not appear immediately after booking. It becomes visible only after the cargo has been physically accepted at a Avianca Ecuador 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 Avianca Ecuador cargo customer service or your freight forwarder directly.