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Volga-Dnepr Airlines (6J)

Volga-Dnepr Airlines is a global leader in the specialized transportation of oversize and super-heavy cargo. Operating a unique fleet of Antonov An-124 and Ilyushin Il-76 aircraft, they deliver unmatched charter logistics worldwide.

Why travelers choose Volga-Dnepr Airlines

  • World's largest operator of Antonov An-124-100 aircraft
  • Specializes in aerospace, oil & gas, and heavy machinery transport
  • Provides in-house engineering and customized logistics planning
  • Over 30 years of experience in complex humanitarian and commercial missions

Fare families

Standard Freight

Standard palletized and bulk cargo transportation utilizing available main deck space on scheduled or semi-scheduled routing.

  • Standard loading equipment utilization
  • Routine customs processing support
  • Palletized freight handling
  • Dedicated cargo tracking

Outsize & Heavy Cargo

Specialized transport for exceptionally large or heavy items requiring custom engineering and unique loading solutions.

  • Custom load engineering and design
  • Specialized ramp and crane operations
  • Aviation permit and routing management
  • Door-to-door logistics coordination

Full Aircraft Charter

Exclusive use of an Antonov An-124 or Ilyushin Il-76 for dedicated, direct-to-destination global transport.

  • Dedicated maximum aircraft capacity
  • Fully flexible routing and scheduling
  • Direct point-to-point global delivery
  • On-ground supervision and loadmaster support

Key policies

Baggage allowance

As a specialized freight and charter airline, standard passenger baggage allowances do not apply. Cargo payload limits range up to 120,000 kg per flight on the An-124-100, depending on route, aircraft type, and specialized loading equipment.

Change policy

Charter flight schedule changes and cargo routing modifications are subject to specific commercial contract terms. Specialized load planning requires substantial advance notice for any dimensional or weight modifications.

Check-in

Cargo drop-off, customs clearance, and load preparation times vary significantly by airport, cargo complexity, and security requirements. Dedicated logistics managers coordinate all operational timelines directly with clients.

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Colombo (CMB) network

Volga-Dnepr Airlines operating flights touching CMB

Sample operating pattern; confirm exact days and times during booking.

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From Colombo (CMB)

CMB → DXB

Flight 6J 203 • Daily

4h 15m
08:55 → 12:10 Nonstop, morning departure

CMB → SIN

Flight 6J 468 • Daily

4h 30m
10:45 → 17:45 Nonstop, widebody

CMB → LHR

Flight 6J 503 • Mon / Wed / Fri

11h 15m
13:10 → 20:25 1 stop via hub

To Colombo (CMB)

DXB → CMB

Flight 6J 204 • Daily

4h 15m
14:20 → 20:35 Nonstop, evening arrival

SIN → CMB

Flight 6J 469 • Daily

3h 40m
19:20 → 21:00 Nonstop, premium-heavy

LHR → CMB

Flight 6J 504 • Tue / Thu / Sat

10h 45m
21:55 → 12:40+1 1 stop via hub