FedEx Express shipping
FedEx Express shipping
Fast delivery for time-sensitive packages, freight, and more.
Fast delivery for time-sensitive packages, freight, and more.
Fast delivery for time-sensitive packages, freight, and more.
Ready to save? Sign up for a FedEx account to get a 40% express shipping discount.
Here's what you’ll find on this page:
What is express shipping?
Express shipping is a fast method for sending priority shipments that must reach their destination by a specific deadline, whether it’s across town or on a global scale. This expedited shipping service allows companies like us to accommodate a range of items, from individual envelopes and packages to palletized freight. Delivery options can be selected to ensure items are delivered as fast as the same day.
For businesses, choosing express shipping can help increase conversions and loyalty from customers who expect expedited delivery. It’s especially good for international shipments when traditional ground shipping services aren’t an option. Express shipping rates vary based on what you’re shipping, where it’s going, and other factors.
Popular items shipped using express delivery
- One-time urgent shipments like legal documents
- Personal items like phones, wallets, and passports
- Sensitive products like pharmaceuticals
- High-value items like jewelry and electronics
Popular items shipped using express delivery
One-time urgent shipments like legal documents
Personal items like phones, wallets, and passports
Sensitive products like pharmaceuticals
High-value items like jewelry and electronics
Easy ways to reduce your express shipping costs
- Get 40% off FedEx Express shipping when you open a FedEx account.
- Take advantage of free FedEx® packaging when you ship with FedEx Express.
- Shipping packages under 50 lbs. or envelopes under 10 lbs.? Get predictable, flat-rate pricing and free packaging with FedEx One Rate®.
- Use MyQuote to get rates for last-minute freight shipments over 250 lbs.
Sign up for My FedEx Rewards1
Take advantage of exclusive offers, get discounts, and earn rewards like gift cards and merchandise when you sign up for My FedEx Rewards. And now, you can request a refund or credit if an eligible FedEx Express® or FedEx Ground® shipment arrives late. It’s a special benefit just for My FedEx Rewards members.2
What if I can’t wait for next-day delivery?
When delivery tomorrow won’t cut it, consider FedEx SameDay®.
What if I can’t wait for
next-day delivery?
When delivery tomorrow
won’t cut it, consider
FedEx SameDay®.
Shipping solutions for specialty industries
Looking for expedited options for a sensitive or specialty shipment? Get step-by-step help on packing almost anything, from perishables and breakables to pharmaceuticals and botanicals.
Grow your ecommerce business at every stage
Whether you’re starting out or scaling up, FedEx is your business ally. Get tips and advice on technology integration, fulfillment, shipping solutions, and more.
Compare FedEx Express shipping options
Which FedEx Express shipping option is right for you? That depends on what you’re shipping, where it’s going, how fast it needs to arrive, and how much you want to spend. Compare express shipping services for packages and freight, and for U.S. and international shipments.
I need to ship an envelope or package in the U.S.
Same-day delivery
Get urgent parcel or freight shipments delivered from door to door the same day—across town or across the country.
Overnight delivery
Take advantage of next-business-day delivery. Choose from early morning, mid-morning, and afternoon delivery options.
2 day delivery
Have shipments delivered within 2 business days. Choose between morning or end-of-day delivery windows.
3 day delivery
Choose this cost-effective option to have packages delivered within 3 days, Monday through Friday.
When should you choose express over ground?
Choose FedEx Express when you need it there fast, with delivery by a definite time, and you’re willing to spend a little more. FedEx Ground is a good option when saving on shipping costs is more important than shipping speed.
I need to ship an envelope or package internationally.
Next available flight
Our fastest delivery option for international shipments. Have urgent shipments delivered across the globe within hours, with delivery 24/7/365.
1, 2, or 3 day delivery
Have packages delivered to more than 220 countries and territories within 1 to 3 business days.
2 to 5 day delivery
Export to Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico typically in 2 to 3 business days, and to more than 215 countries and territories in 2 to 5 business days. Import from more than 90 countries and territories.
I need to send a shipment that weighs more than 150 lbs. in the U.S.
Same-day freight
Have time-sensitive freight delivered within hours, depending on flight availability, 24/7/365.
Next-day freight
Get overnight delivery of your urgent heavyweight air freight—as early as 9 or 10:30 a.m. the next business day to most primary service area ZIP codes.
2 or 3 day freight
Take advantage of time-definite delivery of palletized freight in 2 to 3 business days, depending on your shipment’s urgency.
I need to send a shipment that weighs more than 150 lbs. internationally.
Next available flight
Our fastest delivery option to help you import or export urgent freight. Get your freight on the next available flight for delivery 24/7/365.
1 to 5 day freight
Import and export shipments weighing 150+ lbs. to up to 130 countries and territories with time-definite delivery between 1 and 5 business days.
Controlled items and
dangerous goods
Send airport-to-airport freight for delivery to major international markets in 1, 2, or 3 business days. Appropriate for shipments using the FedEx IATA (023) Air Waybill or IATA Neutral Air Waybill.
How to schedule a FedEx Express pickup
It’s easy to schedule one-time or recurring pickups for your FedEx Express or freight shipments. With our FedEx Express Automated Pickup option, your system will automatically alert us when you need a pickup. And here’s good news—automated pickups for express shipments are free on weekdays.
Don’t want to wait for a pickup?
Check out our other options for getting your package to us.
- Find a FedEx® Drop Box.
- Get in-person help.
Need a label? Use the FedEx® Mobile app to create one on your phone, and we’ll print it in store. We can also scan your return QR code.
FedEx Express: Tracking and managing shipments
Along with expedited, time-definite delivery, FedEx Express gives you a lot of control, visibility, and flexibility. And that means confidence and peace of mind—for both you and your recipients. Learn about tracking, picture proof of delivery, and FedEx Delivery Manager®, and access all three from the FedEx Mobile app.
Shipment tracking
Explore multiple tools for tracking your shipments. You can use tracking numbers, reference numbers, or TCNs; get proof of delivery; and more.
Picture proof of delivery
Rest easy knowing your shipment was delivered when and where you expected it with photo confirmation. And it's free.
FedEx Delivery Manager
Control when and where you get your shipments. Get tracking notifications. And give your driver instructions about where to leave your package.
Resources for business shippers
Advanced shipment tracking
From simple, single-shipment tracking tools to robust reporting, tracking, and documentation for up to 20,000 shipments, you’ll find the right solution for your business.
Simpler shipping, step by step
When you’re running a small ecommerce business, you know your shipping choices can impact everything from your budget to your brand. Watch step-by-step instructional videos for help with shipping, tracking, account management, and more.
Our world evolves around you
Have confidence knowing that we’ll help you stay ahead—because we’re always improving our service to help you reach customers faster and more efficiently.
Create loyal customers with easy returns
Offer your customers options for frictionless returns. Like QR codes they can bring to convenient retail locations for no-box, no-label returns.
Frequently asked questions
Shipping costs vary based on what you’re shipping, where it’s going, and how quickly it needs to arrive. Use our rate calculator if you need a more exact estimate.
It can be as fast as same day, depending on the package's origin and destination along with other factors. Compare services to learn more about how fast express shipping can deliver.
Scheduling a FedEx Express pickup is simple, whether you’re sending a one-time shipment or you need us to come regularly for recurring pickups. See your options for scheduling a pickup.
When you need to drop off a FedEx Express shipment, you have thousands of options across the country at FedEx retail locations and drop boxes. If you need in-store support, find a location near you and be sure to check store hours. Learn more about dropping off packages.
See our FedEx Express customer service options or call the FedEx Express phone number, 1.800.GoFedEx or 1.800.463.3339.
Other FedEx shipping services
1For details, a complete listing of eligible products and services for rewards and information on requesting refunds and credits, please read My FedEx Rewards Terms and Conditions and the Program Agreement.
2For customers to earn the gift card for My FedEx Rewards®, they must ship with and invoice back to the FedEx shipping account number registered for this program. Eligible shipments include: FedEx International First®, FedEx International Priority® Express, FedEx International Priority®, FedEx International Priority DirectDistribution®, FedEx International Priority Plus®, FedEx International Economy®, FedEx International MailService®, FedEx First Overnight®, FedEx Priority Overnight®, FedEx Standard Overnight®, FedEx 2Day® A.M., FedEx 2Day®, FedEx Express Saver®, FedEx 1Day® Freight, FedEx 2Day® Freight, FedEx 3Day® Freight, FedEx International First®, FedEx International Priority®, FedEx International Priority DirectDistribution®, FedEx International Priority Plus®, FedEx International Economy®, FedEx International MailService®, FedEx International Priority® Freight, FedEx International Economy® Freight, FedEx Ground®, FedEx Ground Multiweight®, FedEx Home Delivery®, FedEx International Ground®, FedEx International Ground® Distribution.
My FedEx Rewards may be modified or terminated at any time without notice. Only qualifying transactions count toward program rewards. For more details and information on requesting refunds and credits, please read My FedEx Rewards Terms and Conditions.
Note: Use of My FedEx Rewards website constitutes your acceptance of our privacy policy and program terms and conditions.
Contact My FedEx Rewards at 866.427.5295 or My FedEx Rewards Customer Support.