AWB prefix 406 is associated with UPS Air Cargo. This carrier uses a proprietary tracking number. Enter it below to open the official tracker.
Enter the 8-digit serial (the block after the prefix) to open the official UPS Air Cargo tracking page. See also UPS Air Cargo AWB tracking and the AWB prefix lookup.
What does AWB prefix 406 mean?
AWB prefix 406 is associated with UPS Air Cargo. This carrier uses a proprietary tracking number. Enter it below to open the official tracker. Tracking is performed on the carrier’s official portal — this site identifies the prefix and routes you there.
| Headquarters | Atlanta, Georgia, USA |
|---|---|
| Airline Alliance | None (Express Carrier) |
| AWB Format & Mod-7 | Carrier-specific tracking number (not always an 11-digit IATA AWB) |
| Tracking Engine | UPS Tracking |
| Primary Hubs | Louisville Worldport (SDF), Philadelphia (PHL), Cologne/Bonn (CGN) |
How to Track Your Shipment
Locate 8-Digit Serial
Confirm the number starts with 406. Then use the 8-digit block after the prefix (7-digit serial + check digit).
Verify Airline Prefix
Prefix 406 maps to UPS Air Cargo. Open the carrier tracking page if you already know the airline.
Click Track
Instantly view live status directly on the official tracking portal.
FAQ
- What airline uses AWB prefix 406?
- 406 is the IATA air waybill prefix for UPS Air Cargo.
- How do I track a 406 AWB?
- Enter the 8-digit serial above, or use UPS Air Cargo AWB tracking. We open the official carrier portal with the number filled in.
- What is the standard format?
- Carrier-specific tracking number (not always an 11-digit IATA AWB). The check digit is the unweighted modulo-7 of the 7-digit serial, per IATA.