Holiday Shipping Deadlines for FedEx, UPS, and USPS Approaching Fast
Major carriers urge early shipping as deadlines for Christmas deliveries tighten, with expedited options available for last-minute senders.
- FedEx, UPS, and USPS have released their final shipping deadlines to ensure delivery before Christmas, with dates ranging from December 13 to December 23 depending on the service level.
- Ground shipping deadlines for FedEx and USPS have already passed or are imminent, while UPS recommends checking its website for specific cutoff dates based on location.
- Expedited shipping options are available through December 23 for FedEx Overnight and UPS Next Day Air, but these services come with higher costs.
- USPS advises customers to mail packages by December 18 for Ground Advantage and First-Class Mail, and by December 21 for Priority Mail Express, to meet Christmas deadlines.
- Consumers are encouraged to ship early to avoid delays and higher costs, with carriers emphasizing the importance of proper packaging and addressing to ensure timely delivery.