How do I track an AWB number starting with 698?

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number (698-XXXXXXXX) in the tracker at the top of this page. TraceAWB will instantly open Global Airways and Lift'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 698?

Q: What airline has AWB prefix 698?

AWB prefix 698 belongs to Global Airways and Lift (IATA code GE), based in South Africa. All air waybills issued by Global Airways and Lift start with 698-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 698 belongs to Global Airways and Lift.

Q: Is 698 the only AWB prefix for Global Airways and Lift?

Yes, 698 is the IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for Global Airways and Lift. Each IATA member airline has a unique 3-digit prefix. Global Airways and Lift's prefix is 698, so all their air waybills follow the 698-XXXXXXXX format.

AWB prefix 698 is the IATA-assigned airline identification code for Global Airways and Lift (GE), based in South Africa. Every air waybill issued by Global Airways and Lift begins with the digits 698, followed by a hyphen and an 8-digit shipment serial number — giving a total of 11 digits in the format 698-XXXXXXXX.

When you see a cargo AWB beginning with 698, you can be certain it was issued by Global Airways and Lift or by a freight forwarder acting on their behalf. Global Airways and Lift 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 698 is exclusively reserved for Global Airways and Lift and cannot be used by any other carrier. For detailed shipment status, use the tracker above to reach Global Airways and Lift's official tracking portal instantly.

Prefix 698 — Quick Reference

Prefix Number698

Airline

Global Airways and Lift

IATA CodeGE

ICAO CodeGBB

CountrySouth Africa

HubO.R. Tambo International (JNB)

AWB Format698-XXXXXXXX

Cargo TypeScheduled Cargo & Passenger Network

Transit Time1–3 days

Official SiteVisit

Format Guide

How to Read an AWB Starting with 698

The 11-digit IATA airway bill number is split into two parts separated by a hyphen. The first three digits (698) tell you instantly which airline issued it.

698

Airline Prefix
→ Global Airways and Lift

-

12345678

Shipment Serial
(8 digits)

698 always identifies Global Airways and Lift as the issuing carrier. The 8-digit serial is unique to each shipment. Together: 698-12345678 is a complete, valid Global Airways and Lift airway bill.

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Prefix Range 600–699

AWB Prefixes Near 698

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
682	Loganair	United Kingdom	LM	View
683	Lufthansa CityLine	Germany	CL	View
692	LATAM Airlines Paraguay	Paraguay	PZ	View
698 You are here	Global Airways and Lift	South Africa	GE	Track
704	Ibom Air	Nigeria	QI	View
712	Volotea	Spain	V7	View
718	Jin Air	Korea, Republic of	LJ	View
722	Trinity Airways	Korea, Republic of	TW	View

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions about AWB Prefix 698

What airline has AWB prefix 698? +

AWB prefix 698 belongs to Global Airways and Lift (IATA code GE, ICAO code GBB), based in South Africa. All air waybills with this prefix follow the format 698-XXXXXXXX and were issued by Global Airways and Lift or by a freight forwarder on their behalf.

How do I track an AWB starting with 698? +

Enter your full 11-digit AWB number — 698-XXXXXXXX — into the tracker at the top of this page and click "Track". TraceAWB identifies prefix 698 as Global Airways and Lift and opens their official cargo tracking portal with your shipment pre-loaded.

What does AWB prefix 698 mean? +

In the IATA air cargo numbering system, the first three digits of any air waybill identify the issuing airline. Prefix 698 is exclusively assigned to Global Airways and Lift. 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: 698-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 698 identifies Global Airways and Lift. 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 Global Airways and Lift — directly to the freight forwarder. It begins with the airline's prefix: 698. 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 Global Airways and Lift's official portal, you need the MAWB starting with 698-. If you only have a HAWB, ask your freight forwarder for the corresponding MAWB.

Is 698 the only AWB prefix for Global Airways and Lift? +

Yes. 698 is the single IATA-assigned AWB prefix exclusively for Global Airways and Lift. IATA assigns one unique 3-digit prefix per airline. No other carrier uses prefix 698, so whenever you see an airway bill starting with 698, it is guaranteed to be a Global Airways and Lift shipment.

What if my 698 AWB shows no tracking status? +

Tracking status for a 698 AWB may not appear immediately after booking. It becomes visible only after the cargo has been physically accepted at a Global Airways and Lift 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 Global Airways and Lift cargo customer service or your freight forwarder directly.