The short answer
Air freight is usually considered for urgent, smaller, or higher-value shipments. Ocean freight is often considered for larger or less time-sensitive cargo.
What to prepare
The lowest freight line is not always the lowest business cost. Inventory shortages, storage, packing, inland delivery, and destination charges can change the decision.
Before you commit
Some shippers split a movement: essential units travel by air while the balance moves by ocean. A forwarder can review whether that approach fits the route and cargo.
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