Overnight Shipping Guide
Need it there tomorrow? Compare next-day delivery from all carriers.
Overnight Services Compared
| Service | Delivery By | Guarantee? | ~Cost (1 lb, Zone 4) | Cutoff Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UPS Next Day Air Early AM | 8:00 AM | ✅ Yes | -150 | Varies by location |
| UPS Next Day Air | 10:30 AM | ✅ Yes | -100 | 6:00 PM |
| UPS Next Day Air Saver | 3:00 PM | ✅ Yes | -85 | 6:00 PM |
| FedEx Priority Overnight | 10:30 AM | ✅ Yes | -100 | 5:00 PM (drop-off) |
| FedEx Standard Overnight | 3:00 PM | ✅ Yes | -85 | 5:00 PM |
| FedEx First Overnight | 8:00 AM | ✅ Yes | -150 | 5:00 PM |
| USPS Priority Mail Express | By 6:00 PM next day | ✅ Yes (money back) | -52 | 5:00 PM |
| DHL Express | End of next day | ✅ Yes | -90 | Varies |
Money-Back Guarantee
If a guaranteed overnight service is late, you are entitled to a full refund of shipping costs. You must request the refund — carriers do not automatically issue it.
- UPS: Call 1-800-742-5877 or file online within 15 days
- FedEx: Call 1-800-463-3339 or file at fedex.com within 15 days
- USPS: File at usps.com within 30 days for Priority Mail Express
💡 Cheapest overnight: USPS Priority Mail Express at ~. USPS is consistently 40-60% cheaper than UPS/FedEx for overnight.