HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The holiday season is here and many people will be shipping or receiving packages this December. If you plan on sending a package to your friends or family, there are a few deadlines to keep in mind if you want them delivered in time for the holidays.
Here are the major deadlines for delivery in time for Monday, Dec. 25.
FedEx shipping deadlines:
- FedEx Ground 5-day shipping — Dec. 15
- FedEx Ground 4-day shipping — Dec. 18
- FedEx Ground 3-day shipping — Dec. 19
- FedEx Ground 2-day shipping — Dec. 20
- FedEx Ground 1-day shipping — Dec. 21
- FedEx Express Same Day — Dec. 22
UPS shipping deadlines:
- Three-Day Select - Dec 19
- Second Day Air - Dec 22
- Next Day Air - Dec 21
- For ground shipping dates, check the UPS website.
USPS shipping deadlines:
- Ground Shipping - Dec 16
- First Class Mail - Dec 16
- Priority Mail - Dec 18
- Priority Mail Express - Dec 20
USPS also announced that there will be no holiday peak or demand surcharges this year to allow customers to accurately budget for shipping costs. Shipping deadlines for international mail vary depending on the destination. Check out International Mail and Shipping Services for more details.
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