The 10 Most Popular Routes for Diaspora Package Delivery

Diaspora communities send items home across hundreds of routes — but some routes see far more demand than others. Here are the 10 most popular routes on LugLink and why they're so active.

1. Washington DC / New York to Addis Ababa

The US is home to the largest Ethiopian diaspora outside Africa. Medicine, clothing, and electronics flow constantly from East Coast cities to Addis and regional cities. This is LugLink's founding route.

2. London to Lagos

The UK hosts over a million Nigerians. The London–Lagos route is one of the busiest air corridors in Africa, with dozens of flights daily — and lots of travelers with spare luggage space.

3. Toronto to Nairobi

Canada's East African community is growing rapidly. Toronto–Nairobi is a natural corridor, with items like baby clothes, medication, and school supplies making up the bulk of deliveries.

4. Minneapolis to Mogadishu

Minneapolis has the largest Somali diaspora in the US. This route is heavily used for sending clothing, spices, and electronics.

5. Paris to Dakar

France's Senegalese community has deep roots. The Paris–Dakar route is high-frequency and carries everything from perfume to electronics.

6. Dubai to Mumbai / Hyderabad

The Gulf-to-India corridor is massive. Indian workers in Dubai regularly send gifts and goods home, making this one of LugLink's fastest-growing routes.

7. Los Angeles to Manila

The Filipino diaspora in California is one of the largest in the US. Balikbayan boxes are a tradition — LugLink offers a more personal, affordable version.

8. Houston to Mexico City

Texas's Mexican-American community regularly sends items across the border. Food, clothing, and personal care products are the most common items.

9. Amsterdam to Accra

The Netherlands has a significant Ghanaian community. Amsterdam–Accra is a growing route, especially for clothing and small electronics.

10. Stockholm to Addis Ababa

Scandinavia has a substantial Ethiopian community, and Sweden–Ethiopia flights connect them directly. This Scandinavian corridor is one of LugLink's most active European routes.

How to use this data

If you're a traveler on any of these routes, you're in high demand. Post your trip on LugLink and senders will reach out quickly. If you're a sender, these routes have the most available travelers — your request will likely be matched within days.