Does FedEx ship by weight or box size?

Does FedEx ship by weight or box size?

We calculate prices using either the dimensional weight (dim weight) or actual weight of the package—whichever is greater. (Dim weight reflects a package’s density—that is, the amount of space a package occupies in relation to its actual weight.) Usually, the bigger and heavier your shipment is, the more it will cost.

Is FedEx small box free?

Packaging is vital to the swift delivery of your shipment. We have therefore developed our own range of ready-to-use, self-sealing packaging in a choice of shapes and sizes. And they are all available free of charge when you give your shipments to FedEx*.

Can I send a small package through FedEx?

What are FedEx box sizes?

Standard boxes available in-store at FedEx Office

How much does a FedEx box weigh?

FedEx® Medium Box Inside dimensions: 13.25″ x 11.5″ x 2.38″ (33.66 cm x 29.21 cm x 6.03 cm). Maximum weight allowed: 20 lbs. (9.07 kg). Weight when empty: 6.5 oz.

Does FedEx charge by pound?

1 From origin to destination anywhere in the contiguous U.S. Any fraction of a pound is rounded up to the next-higher pound. M a x im u m W e ig h t in L b s . FedEx Home Delivery Shipments A $2.55 residential surcharge per package will be added to FedEx Home Delivery shipments.

What is FedEx weight limit?

With FedEx Ground® and FedEx Home Delivery® Services, you can ship packages up to 150 lbs; up to 108″ in length, and 165″ in length plus girth. Place yellow and black safety heavyweight labels over the diagonal corners of the package if it weighs more than 75 lbs.

How can I ship a small item cheap?

The cheapest way to ship small items under 1 lb is through USPS. USPS First Class Mail is ideal for items under 13 ounces, such as thin and flat items, documents, and letters. Prices start at $0.426 for commercial and $0.58 for non-commercial shipments, with delivery in 1-3 days.

Can I use my own box for FedEx?

You may use your own packaging if boxes are sturdy and undamaged with all flaps intact. Chipboard boxes, such as gift or shoe boxes, must be packed into a corrugated outer box. Use double-wall boxes for heavier items. Place small packages inside a larger outer box.