Flat Rate Shipping with UPS® Simple Rate

Get predictable pricing by choosing your packaging and speed — next-day, second-day, three business days or five-day delivery.

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Flat Rate Box Sizes and Pricing

Ship confidently nationwide with five choices for packaging rates and four delivery speeds.

Examples of items that can be shipped flat rate in UPS Extra Small Boxes

Dimensions: 1-100 cubic inches
Common Box Dimensions: 4 in x 4 in x 4 in, 6 in x 4 in x 4 in, 8 in x 6 in x 2 in
Size Samples: Sunglasses, t-shirt, ceramic mug or cellphone

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Extra Small: Starting at $10.85

Examples of items that can be shipped flat rate in UPS Small Boxes

Dimensions: 101-250 cubic inches
Common Box Dimensions: 6 in x 6 in x 6 in, 8 in x 6 in x 5 in, 12 in x 9 in x 2 in
Size Samples: Hardcover book, tissue box or ream of paper

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Small: Starting at $14.15

Examples of items that can be shipped flat rate in UPS Medium Boxes

Dimensions: 251-650 cubic inches
Common Box Dimensions: 8 in x 8 in x 8 in, 12 in x 9 in x 6 in, 13 in x 11 in x 2 in
Size Samples: Shoebox or three-inch, three-ring binder

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Medium: Starting at $16.90

Examples of items that can be shipped flat rate in UPS Large Boxes

Dimensions: 651-1,050 cubic inches
Common Box Dimensions: 10 in x 10 in x 10 in, 12 in x 12 in x 7 in, 15 in x 11 in x 6 in
Size Samples: Regulation basketball or 14-inch laptop

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Large: Starting at $22.30

Examples of items that can be shipped flat rate in UPS Extra Large Boxes

Dimensions: 1,051-1,728 cubic inches
Common Box Dimensions: 12 in x 12 in x 12 in, 16 in x 12 in x 9 in, 18 in x 12 in x 6 in
Size Samples: Small appliances or tennis racket

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Extra Large: Starting at $27.60

FAQ

Do I need an account to ship with Simple Rate?

You don’t need an account or contract to use UPS Simple Rate.

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Where can I ship to and from?
Simple Rate can be used to ship domestically to all 50 U.S. states. International shipments aren’t supported with Simple Rate.
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Do I need special packaging to use Simple Rate?
You don’t need special packaging to ship with Simple Rate. You have the flexibility to use any box or mailer to fit your item or brand up to one cubic foot in size (1,728 cubic inches).
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What if my package is larger or heavier than Simple Rate limits?
If your package measures more than one cubic foot in size (1,728 cubic inches) or weighs over 50 pounds, you’ll have to use standard UPS rates based off dimensional weight and zone.
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Can I ship returns with Simple Rate?
You can utilize printed return labels with Simple Rate.
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Does UPS have branded boxes to purchase for Simple Rate shipments?

You can purchase branded boxes through UPS, while qualifying customers of the UPS Digital Connections program are able to receive a subsidy to purchase Simple Rate boxes.

Customers are also allowed to use their own boxes or mailers that fit their item or brand.

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Can I use Simple Rate at The UPS Store locations?
You can create a UPS Simple Rate label online and bring your pre-labeled package—or your prepaid mobile barcode—to be shipped from any of The UPS Store locations. However, The UPS Store cannot create Simple Rate shipping labels in-store.
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How UPS Simple Rate Compares to FedEx and USPS

How UPS Simple Rate Compares

  • Feature
  • UPS
  • FedEx
  • USPS
  • Customer Packaging
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  • Maximum Volume
  • Up to 1,728 cubic inches
  • Up to 1,452 cubic inches
  • Up to 1200 cubic inches
  • Shipping Speeds
  • Within Five Days, Within Three Business Days, Second Day and Next-Day
  • Express Services only (no ground)
  • Priority Mail
    1-3 business days
  • Declared Value
  • $100
  • $100
  • $50
  • Guaranteed
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  • Shipping Rates
  • National Flat Rate
  • 3 Zones
  • National Flat Rate