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Kenya Airports Authority

Handling Rates

Freight tariffs and terminal fees across KAA's cargo network.

Freight Tariffs

Current Handling Rates

Indicative cargo handling charges for freight operators and agents. Rates are quoted in USD per kilogram of gross weight. All charges are subject to the prevailing KAA schedule of fees and applicable taxes.

Cargo CategoryRate (USD/kg)Minimum (USD)Notes
General Cargo0.1225.00Per kg, gross weight
Perishables & Cold Chain0.1835.00Includes cool chain storage (first 24 hrs)
Dangerous Goods0.2250.00IATA DGR acceptance & segregation
Live Animals0.2560.00Includes veterinary inspection support
Express & Courier0.1520.00Priority offload within 2 hours
Oversized / Heavy0.2075.00Per kg or per piece — whichever is greater

Additional Fees & Storage

ServiceImport (USD)Export (USD)
Storage — General (per kg/day, after 24 hrs)0.030.03
Storage — Cold Chain (per kg/day, after 24 hrs)0.060.06
AWB issuance / documentation (per AWB)15.0015.00
X-ray screening (per piece)2.502.50
Palletisation / build-up (per pallet)35.0035.00

Rates are indicative and effective as of the current financial year. For the official schedule of fees, special cargo quotations, volume-based discount arrangements, or bilateral airline agreements, please contact the cargo terminal manager at the relevant airport. All charges are subject to 16% VAT where applicable.

Have a Rates or Billing Query?

Reach the cargo terminal manager directly for quotations and account queries.

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