How do I track an AWB number starting with 944?

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number (944-XXXXXXXX) in the tracker at the top of this page. TraceAWB will instantly open German Airways'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 944?

Q: What airline has AWB prefix 944?

AWB prefix 944 belongs to German Airways (IATA code ZQ), based in Germany. All air waybills issued by German Airways start with 944-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 944 belongs to German Airways.

Q: Is 944 the only AWB prefix for German Airways?

Yes, 944 is the IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for German Airways. Each IATA member airline has a unique 3-digit prefix. German Airways's prefix is 944, so all their air waybills follow the 944-XXXXXXXX format.

AWB prefix 944 is the IATA-assigned airline identification code for German Airways (ZQ), based in Germany. Every air waybill issued by German Airways begins with the digits 944, followed by a hyphen and an 8-digit shipment serial number — giving a total of 11 digits in the format 944-XXXXXXXX.

When you see a cargo AWB beginning with 944, you can be certain it was issued by German Airways or by a freight forwarder acting on their behalf. German Airways operates as a Scheduled Cargo & Passenger Network, with its primary hub at Frankfurt Airport (FRA). 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 944 is exclusively reserved for German Airways and cannot be used by any other carrier. For detailed shipment status, use the tracker above to reach German Airways's official tracking portal instantly.

Prefix 944 — Quick Reference

Prefix Number944

Airline

German Airways

IATA CodeZQ

ICAO CodeGER

CountryGermany

HubFrankfurt Airport (FRA)

AWB Format944-XXXXXXXX

Cargo TypeScheduled Cargo & Passenger Network

Transit Time1–3 days

Official SiteVisit

Format Guide

How to Read an AWB Starting with 944

The 11-digit IATA airway bill number is split into two parts separated by a hyphen. The first three digits (944) tell you instantly which airline issued it.

944

Airline Prefix
→ German Airways

-

12345678

Shipment Serial
(8 digits)

944 always identifies German Airways as the issuing carrier. The 8-digit serial is unique to each shipment. Together: 944-12345678 is a complete, valid German Airways airway bill.

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Prefix Range 900–999

AWB Prefixes Near 944

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
886	Urumqi Air	China (People's Republic of)	UQ	View
891	Loong Air	China (People's Republic of)	GJ	View
912	Qingdao Airlines	China (People's Republic of)	QW	View
944 You are here	German Airways	Germany	ZQ	Track
960	Salam Air	Oman	OV	View
973	JetSMART Chile	Chile	JA	View
984	JetSMART Colombia	Colombia	J6	View
999	Air China Cargo	China (People's Republic of)	CA	View

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about AWB Prefix 944

What airline has AWB prefix 944? +

AWB prefix 944 belongs to German Airways (IATA code ZQ, ICAO code GER), based in Germany. All air waybills with this prefix follow the format 944-XXXXXXXX and were issued by German Airways or by a freight forwarder on their behalf.

How do I track an AWB starting with 944? +

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number — 944-XXXXXXXX — into the tracker at the top of this page and click "Track". TraceAWB identifies prefix 944 as German Airways and opens their official cargo tracking portal with your shipment pre-loaded.

What does AWB prefix 944 mean? +

In the IATA air cargo numbering system, the first three digits of any air waybill identify the issuing airline. Prefix 944 is exclusively assigned to German Airways. 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: 944-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 944 identifies German Airways. 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 German Airways — directly to the freight forwarder. It begins with the airline's prefix: 944. 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 German Airways's official portal, you need the MAWB starting with 944-. If you only have a HAWB, ask your freight forwarder for the corresponding MAWB.

Is 944 the only AWB prefix for German Airways? +

Yes. 944 is the single IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for German Airways. IATA assigns one unique 3-digit prefix per airline. No other carrier uses prefix 944, so whenever you see an airway bill starting with 944, it is guaranteed to be a German Airways shipment.

What if my 944 AWB shows no tracking status? +

Tracking status for a 944 AWB may not appear immediately after booking. It becomes visible only after the cargo has been physically accepted at a German Airways 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 German Airways cargo customer service or your freight forwarder directly.