It feels like the holiday shipping season comes faster every year…
Whether you’re sending gifts to customers or family, knowing the 2025 carrier cutoff dates helps you plan ahead to avoid last-minute stress.
The major carriers have announced their deadlines. Use this guide to make sure your packages arrive before your celebrations.
FedEx 2025 Holiday Shipping Deadlines
If FedEx is delivering your holiday packages, ship-by these deadlines to ensure delivery by Dec. 24.
| Service | Ship-By Date for Dec. 24 Delivery |
|---|---|
| FedEx Ground® Economy | Monday, Dec. 15 |
| FedEx Home Delivery® | Wednesday, Dec. 17* |
| FedEx Ground® | Wednesday, Dec. 17* |
| FedEx Express Saver® | Saturday, Dec. 20 |
| FedEx 2Day® & FedEx 2Day® AM | Monday, Dec. 22 |
| FedEx First Overnight®, FedEx Priority Overnight®, FedEx Standard Overnight®, Extra Hours | Tuesday, Dec. 23 |
| FedEx SameDay® | Wednesday, Dec. 24 |
*Deadline for a 5-day shipping option. Delivery times vary based on origin and destination. Deadlines vary accordingly, ranging from Dec. 17 for 5-day to Dec. 23 for 1-day. To see specific delivery times, click here.
UPS 2025 Holiday Shipping Deadlines
If UPS is delivering your holiday packages, ship-by these deadlines to ensure delivery by Dec. 24.
| Service | Ship-By Date for Dec. 24 Delivery |
|---|---|
| UPS® Ground | Check ups.com/ctc for details |
| UPS 3 Day Select® | Friday, Dec. 19 |
| UPS 2nd Day Air® | Monday, Dec. 22 |
| UPS Next Day Air® | Tuesday, Dec. 23 |
USPS 2025 Holiday Shipping Deadlines
USPS’ ship-by cutoff dates for a Dec. 24 delivery are as follows:
| Service | Ship-By Date for Dec. 24 Delivery |
|---|---|
| USPS Ground Advantage Service | Wednesday, Dec. 17 |
| First-Class Mail | Wednesday, Dec. 17 |
| Priority Mail | Thursday, Dec. 18 |
| Priority Mail Express | Saturday, Dec. 20 |
These deadlines are for shipments to the contiguous U.S. For deadlines for shipments to Alaska, Hawaii, and military Post Offices, review USPS’ full holiday deadline announcement.
Delivery Joy (and Profit) This Holiday Season
Clear communication and visibility are your best gifts to customers and your bottom line. There are a few simple, but effective ways to prepare for peak season shipping. For instance:
- Your business can communicate with customers on social media, email, or newsletters to express the importance of shopping early.
- Your company’s website product pages are another great place to provide an estimated delivery date so customers know when to expect their packages.
We’ve got you covered to deliver on-time this year. Check out our other resources to stay informed:
