Do air forwarders typically break out the airfreight rate on their house air waybills for each route segment?

Air forwarders do not typically break out the airfreight rate on their house air waybills for each route segment. Instead, they generally provide a single comprehensive rate that covers the total shipment from origin to destination. This practice simplifies the billing process and allows for ease of understanding for both the forwarder and the customer.

The rationale behind this approach lies in the nature of air freight operations, where shipments are often consolidated for efficiency, and the pricing structure is designed to reflect the overall service rather than individual segments. In most cases, customers are interested in the total cost of shipping rather than the breakdown by segment.

While there may be scenarios where specific contract terms or regulatory requirements dictate otherwise, the general norm is to offer a flat rate for the entire route.