What Is The Cheapest FedEx Shipping Rate?

FedEx is one of the world's largest courier companies, offering a range of shipping options and services to customers around the globe. In this article, we'll explore the different FedEx shipping rates available for your small parcel shipment and provide tips on how to get the cheapest rates.

What Are FedEx Shipping Rates?

FedEx shipping rates are the prices that FedEx has set for sending items using their various shipping services. These rates can vary depending on the package weight, shipping distance, etc. 

Below we are going to take a look at the FedEx shipping rates for the following:

• • Domestic express shipping services
  • Domestic ground shipping services

The FedEx rate tables below will be based on shipping zones. FedEx zones correspond to distance as shown below:

Zone 2: 0–150 miles away from origin

Zone 3: 151–300 miles away from origin

Zone 4: 301–600 miles away from origin

Zone 5: 601–1,000 miles away from origin

Zone 6: 1,001–1,400 miles away from origin

Zone 7: 1,401–1,800 miles away from origin

Zone 8: 1,800+ miles away from origin

FedEx Express Shipping Rates

The tables below show the rates for various FedEx Express Shipping services relative to how far the package is being shipped (destination zone). 

Note that the rates below are for single-package shipments. Check out the FedEx 2023 Standard Rates List to view rates for multiple-piece shipments.

1. FedEx First Overnight

   This service guarantees delivery of your package the Next day by 8 or 8:30 a.m. These prices are accurate as of March 2023:

   FedEx First Overnight Rates For Single Packages

   		Zone
   		2	3	4	5	6	7	8
   Type of Packaging	FedEx® Envelope up to 8 oz.	$61.25	$67.72	$77.84	$81.14	$82.15	$87.81	$90.41
   	All other packaging	$68.04–$445.50	$85.84–$604.50	$102.63–$1,057.50	$110.21–$1,215.00	$114.39–$1,239.00	$125.70–$1,506.00	$128.32–$1,594.50

2. FedEx Priority Overnight

   FedEx Priority Overnight guarantees delivery of your package the next business day by 10:30 a.m. to most business addresses, by noon to residences, and by 4:30 p.m. to some rural or remote areas. These prices are accurate as of March 2023:

   		Zone
   		2	3	4	5	6	7	8
   Type of Packaging	FedEx® Envelope up to 8 oz.	$30.25	$36.72	$46.84	$50.14	$51.15	$56.81	$59.41
   	All other packaging	$37.04–$399.00	$54.84–$558.00	$71.63–$1,011.00	$79.21–$1,168.50	$83.39–$1,192.50	$94.70–$1,459.50	$97.32–$1,548.00

3. FedEx Standard Overnight

   FedEx Standard Overnight guarantees delivery of your package by 4:30 p.m. to business addresses and by 8 p.m. to residences. These prices are accurate as of March 2023:

   		Zone
   		2	3	4	5	6	7	8
   Type of Packaging	FedEx® Envelope up to 8 oz.	$29.54	$35.87	$44.43	$47.72	$48.68	$53.35	$55.79
   	All other packaging	$33.87–$390.00	$46.16–$546.00	$62.10–$988.50	$68.80–$1,144.50	$74.56–$1,168.50	$81.04–$1,413.00	$85.43–$1,474.50

   
   

4. FedEx 2Day A.M.

   FedEx 2Day A.M. guarantees delivery of your package by 10:30 a.m. on the second business day after shipping. These prices are accurate as of March 2023:

   		Zone
   		2	3	4	5	6	7	8
   Type of Packaging	FedEx® Envelope up to 8 oz.	$24.05	$25.57	$26.69	$30.90	$36.44	$40.66	$41.49
   	All other packaging	$25.37–$319.50	$27.01–$391.50	$29.33–$511.50	$35.17–$757.50	$41.46–$1,167.00	$44.25–$1,269.00	$45.22–$1,309.50

    

5. FedEx 2Day

   When you use FedEx 2Day, your packages will arrive the second business day after shipping, by 4:30 p.m. to most areas and by 8 p.m. to residences. These prices are accurate as of March 2023:

   		Zone
   		2	3	4	5	6	7	8
   Type of Packaging	FedEx® Envelope up to 8 oz.	$ 22.59	$23.55	$24.55	$28.73	$34.50	$36.80	$37.55
   	All other packaging	$22.59–$258.00	$23.55–$322.50	$24.55–$414.00	$28.73–$591.00	$34.50–$937.50	$36.80–$1,071.00	$37.55–$1,104.00

    

6. FedEx Express Saver

   • If you ship with FedEx Express Saver, you can expect your package to arrive at its destination in 3 business days. These prices are accurate as of March 2023:

     		Zone
     		2	3	4	5	6	7	8
     Type of Packaging	FedEx® Envelope up to 8 oz.	$21.03	$36.72	$21.90	$25.77	$29.46	$30.96	$34.37
     	All other packaging	$21.03–$244.50	$21.46–$315.00	$21.90–$403.50	$79.21–$525.00	$29.46–$733.50	$30.96–$825.00	$34.37–$940.50

FedEx Ground and FedEx Home Delivery Shipping Rates

In the table below, you will find FedEx ground shipping rates and rates for FedEx Home Delivery shipping. These prices are accurate as of March 2023: 

For exact rates, use the FedEx shipping cost calculator.

What Is the Cheapest FedEx Shipping Rate?

The cheapest FedEx shipping rate is FedEx Home Delivery. This is because they offer the slowest delivery time of up to five days. 

However, depending on your specific shipment details and preferences, you can choose the FedEx shipping service that is as fast and cheap as you would like.

Does the Size of the Box Matter When Shipping FedEx?

Yes, the box size matters when shipping with FedEx, as it determines the shipping cost and the type of service you can use. In some cases, FedEx uses a dimensional weight pricing model to determine shipping costs, which means that your package's size and weight can greatly impact your shipping cost.

You should pick a box that is just the perfect size for the items you're shipping. If you pack your items in an unnecessarily large box, your package will have a high dimensional weight, and you'll be charged more for your shipment. On the other hand, using a box that is too small for your item can result in damage to the item during shipping.

FedEx offers a variety of box sizes and shipping options to meet the needs of different types of shipments. Visit the FedEx shipping supplies page for more info on standard boxes, specialty boxes, and tubes, among other packaging materials. 

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