Tis the season for giving and if you're planning to send a gift in the mail, here's everything you need to know about the 2022 holiday shipping deadlines.
Last day for ground shipping before Christmas
This year, the ground shipping deadlines vary from carrier to carrier. For FedEx, the last day for ground delivery is Wednesday, Dec. 14. For USPS, the last day for ground delivery is Saturday, Dec. 17. UPS, on the other hand, suggests getting an estimate from its website based on its operating hours, holiday schedule and operational adjustments.
Last day to ship UPS for Christmas 2022
The following dates are the recommended last days for shipping holiday gifts within the U.S. for delivery by Saturday, Dec. 24:
- Ground: Check the UPS website for details
- 3-Day Select: Tuesday, Dec. 20
- 2nd Day Air: Wednesday, Dec. 21
- Next Day Air: Thursday, Dec. 22
Last day to ship FedEx for Christmas 2022
The following dates are the recommended last days for shipping holiday gifts within the U.S. for delivery by Sunday, Dec. 25:
- FedEx Home Delivery, FedEx Ground: Wednesday, Dec. 14
- FedEx Express Saver, FedEx 3Day Freight: Tuesday, Dec. 20
- FedEx 2Day: Wednesday, Dec. 21
- FedEx 1Day Freight, FedEx Extra Hours: Thursday, Dec. 22
- FedEx SameDay: Friday, Dec. 23
Last day to mail USPS for Christmas 2022
The following are the recommended “send-by-dates for expected delivery” before Sunday, Dec. 25 in the contiguous U.S. (lower 48 states):
- Retail Ground: Saturday, Dec. 17
- First-Class Mail: Saturday, Dec. 17
- Priority Mail: Monday, Dec. 19
- Priority Mail Express: Friday, Dec. 23
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Alaska shipping deadlines 2022 are as follows:
The following dates are the recommended last days for shipping holiday gifts from Alaska for delivery by Sunday, Dec. 25:
- Ground: Friday, Dec. 2
- First-Class Mail: Saturday, Dec. 17
- Priority Mail: Saturday, Dec. 17
- Priority Mail Express: Wednesday, Dec. 21
Hawaii shipping deadlines 2022 are as follows:
The following dates are the recommended last days for shipping holiday gifts from Hawaii for delivery by Sunday, Dec. 25:
- First-Class Mail: Saturday, Dec. 17
- Priority Mail: Saturday, Dec. 17
- Priority Mail Express: Wednesday, Dec. 21
SOURCE: USA TODAY