How do I track an AWB number starting with 225?

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number (225-XXXXXXXX) in the tracker at the top of this page. TraceAWB will instantly open CemAir'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 225?

Q: What airline has AWB prefix 225?

AWB prefix 225 belongs to CemAir (IATA code 5Z), based in South Africa. All air waybills issued by CemAir start with 225-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 225 belongs to CemAir.

Q: Is 225 the only AWB prefix for CemAir?

Yes, 225 is the IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for CemAir. Each IATA member airline has a unique 3-digit prefix. CemAir's prefix is 225, so all their air waybills follow the 225-XXXXXXXX format.

AWB prefix 225 is the IATA-assigned airline identification code for CemAir (5Z), based in South Africa. Every air waybill issued by CemAir begins with the digits 225, followed by a hyphen and an 8-digit shipment serial number — giving a total of 11 digits in the format 225-XXXXXXXX.

When you see a cargo AWB beginning with 225, you can be certain it was issued by CemAir or by a freight forwarder acting on their behalf. CemAir operates as a Scheduled Cargo & Passenger Network, with its primary hub at O.R. Tambo International (JNB). 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 225 is exclusively reserved for CemAir and cannot be used by any other carrier. For detailed shipment status, use the tracker above to reach CemAir's official tracking portal instantly.

Prefix 225 — Quick Reference

Prefix Number225

Airline

CemAir

IATA Code5Z

ICAO CodeKEM

CountrySouth Africa

HubO.R. Tambo International (JNB)

AWB Format225-XXXXXXXX

Cargo TypeScheduled Cargo & Passenger Network

Transit Time1–3 days

Official SiteVisit

Format Guide

How to Read an AWB Starting with 225

The 11-digit IATA airway bill number is split into two parts separated by a hyphen. The first three digits (225) tell you instantly which airline issued it.

225

Airline Prefix
→ CemAir

-

12345678

Shipment Serial
(8 digits)

225 always identifies CemAir as the issuing carrier. The 8-digit serial is unique to each shipment. Together: 225-12345678 is a complete, valid CemAir airway bill.

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Prefix Range 200–299

AWB Prefixes Near 225

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
214	Pakistan International	Pakistan	PK	View
217	Thai Airways	Thailand	TG	View
219	IndiGo Cargo	Global	6E	View
225 You are here	CemAir	South Africa	5Z	Track
229	Kuwait Airways	Kuwait	KU	View
230	Copa Airlines	Panama	CM	View
232	Malaysia Airlines	Malaysia	MH	View
235	Turkish Airlines	Türkiye	TK	View

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about AWB Prefix 225

What airline has AWB prefix 225? +

AWB prefix 225 belongs to CemAir (IATA code 5Z, ICAO code KEM), based in South Africa. All air waybills with this prefix follow the format 225-XXXXXXXX and were issued by CemAir or by a freight forwarder on their behalf.

How do I track an AWB starting with 225? +

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number — 225-XXXXXXXX — into the tracker at the top of this page and click "Track". TraceAWB identifies prefix 225 as CemAir and opens their official cargo tracking portal with your shipment pre-loaded.

What does AWB prefix 225 mean? +

In the IATA air cargo numbering system, the first three digits of any air waybill identify the issuing airline. Prefix 225 is exclusively assigned to CemAir. 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: 225-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 225 identifies CemAir. 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 CemAir — directly to the freight forwarder. It begins with the airline's prefix: 225. 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 CemAir's official portal, you need the MAWB starting with 225-. If you only have a HAWB, ask your freight forwarder for the corresponding MAWB.

Is 225 the only AWB prefix for CemAir? +

Yes. 225 is the single IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for CemAir. IATA assigns one unique 3-digit prefix per airline. No other carrier uses prefix 225, so whenever you see an airway bill starting with 225, it is guaranteed to be a CemAir shipment.

What if my 225 AWB shows no tracking status? +

Tracking status for a 225 AWB may not appear immediately after booking. It becomes visible only after the cargo has been physically accepted at a CemAir 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 CemAir cargo customer service or your freight forwarder directly.