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What is Parcel Monkey?
Parcel Monkey is the easy to use price comparison website for sending packages in the US and overseas.
Our clever shipping calculator will give you an instant quote to ship your package, help you find discounted rates with top couriers and compare prices to find the best deals.
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About FedEx
FedEx, previously known as Federal Express Corp, was founded in 1971 by CEO and Chairman Federick W Smith, a Yale undergraduate who was focused on creating a ground-breaking new system for the safe delivery of time-sensitive shipments.
By 1973, Federal Express had launched its overnight service in the US, marking the beginning of the modern air/ground express industry we know today.
FedEx went on to launch its international service in 1981 with 'Overnight Letter' to Canada and opened its World Hub adjacent to Memphis International Airport. The 'FedEx' brand was officially adopted in 1994 along with the launch of FedEx.com, the first transportation website to offer online parcel tracking.
Today FedEx delivers an average of 18m packages per day with over 200k motorized vehicles and 680 aircraft.
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Get a shipping quoteFedEx US shipping services
If you want to send a package with FedEx in the US, there are lots of services to choose from depending on how quickly your item needs to arrive. Same day and overnight services obviously offer the quickest delivery time, but express shipping is more expensive than slower services.
FedEx Home Delivery takes 2-5 businesses days and is particularly popular for personal shipments as it delivers 7 days a week to residential addresses in the US. The business equivalent of this is FedEx Ground which delivers Monday-Friday to business addresses.
FedEx also offers a good range of international shipping services from the US to 220 countries and territories, including ground shipping services to Canada.
When you book a FedEx delivery you’ll usually have the option to drop off your package at a local FedEx shop or a FedEx courier will collect it from your home or work address.
You can find more detailed information on FedEx services below.
- Online tracking
- Send parcels up to 152lb
- Collection at your door
- Drop off at your local store
- Online tracking
- Send parcels up to 99lb
- Drop off at your local store
- Collection at your door
Service availability may vary depending on where you're shipping from and to. Use our shipping calculator to check which services ship to your destination.
FedEx delivery hours
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Does FedEx deliver on Saturday and Sunday?
FedEx makes deliveries to residential addresses on Saturdays and Sundays.
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What time will FedEx deliver my parcel?
FedEx deliveries are between 8 am and 8 pm Monday to Friday and at the weekend for residential deliveries.
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What time does end of day mean for FedEx?
If you receive a message from FedEx saying your package will be delivered by the end of the day that means 8 pm.
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What days are FedEx closed?
FedEx observes many of the standard US holidays, however, this does vary by service. If you’re an individual sending a private shipment, FedEx Home Delivery is only closed 6 days of the year.
To find out what holidays affect your service, check the 2022 FedEx holiday shipping schedule
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Is FedEx cheaper than UPS?
Generally, FedEx is cheaper for international shipping, but UPS is cheaper for domestic. If you're an individual shipping a package, the difference between UPS and FedEx is minimal, it's often down to personal choice.
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How do I package my parcel?
To ensure your package arrives safely, please read our packaging guide.
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What customs documents do I need?
If you're shipping outside the US you'll need to provide a customs declaration. The good news is, we'll take care of this during the booking process. Check out our customs advice for more info.
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What are Parcel Monkey Secret Deals?
Our Secret Deals allow you to book courier services with big brands like FedEx and UPS at low prices. Find out more about Parcel Monkey Secret Deals.