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title: "UPS Next Day Air"
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modified: "2025-08-01T16:53:49+00:00"
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UPS Next Day Air: Industry’s best next-day shipping
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Get your packages delivered in 24 hours guaranteed with UPS Next Day Air®.
Features and benefits of UPS Next Day Air®
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### Nationwide Coverage
Next Day delivers to all 50 U.S. States and Puerto Rico within 24 hours.
### Money-Back Guarantee
UPS offers a money-back guarantee for packages not delivered within a 24-hour window from pickup.
### Insurance Coverage
All UPS Next Day Air packages come with a $100 insurance for loss or damages, with the option to purchase a $300+ insurance policy on the side.
### High Maximum Weight Ceiling
With a maximum weight of 150 lbs per package, UPS Next Day Air is for more than just urgent letters.
### Real-time Tracking
Get a free 24/7 tracking number for your packages, along with delivery confirmation to keep you and your customers updated.
### Next Morning Delivery
Guaranteed delivery by 12:00 PM the morning after, Monday to Saturday.
UPS Next Day Air parcel dimensions
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Minimum dimensions
Packages must be no smaller than 6’’ by 4’’ by 0.75’’.
Maximum dimensions
Dimensions can’t be greater than 108’’, and the width and length combined can’t be greater than 165’’.
Minimum weight
There’s no minimum weight for a package; however, weights less than 1 lb are counted as 1 lb.
Maximum weight
Weight per package can’t exceed 150 lbs in dimensional weight.
Add-Ons and Extra Services
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Correction
Surcharges
Destination
### Address Correction
Whether the address was incorrect or incomplete, you can still correct the address and get the package delivered to the right person with UPS starting at $13.40 per address correction and up to $91 per shipment.
[Learn More](https://www.ups.com/us/en/track/change-delivery)
### Residential and Remote Area Surcharges
Pickup addresses set at businesses are subject to a surcharge for UPS On-Call Pickup requests. Pricing starts at $2.45 for Air shipping when delivering domestically outside of the 48 bordering states. For residential addresses, there’s a fee of $3.80 per package for Air deliveries.
[Learn More](https://www.ups.com/assets/resources/webcontent/en_US/Accessorial_Preview.pdf)
### Destination Outside Service Area
For UPS Next Day Air Early, if the package is requested for delivery outside the designated service area, there’s an additional fee of $10 per package that UPS can charge.
[Learn More](https://www.ups.com/media/en/UPS_Next_Day_Air.pdf)
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Pro Tips
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### What are the delivery times for UPS Next Day Air?
UPS Next Day Air offers guaranteed delivery by 10:30 a.m., 12:00 p.m., or end of day on the next business day, depending on the destination and specific service selected. Deliveries are made Monday through Friday, with Saturday delivery available in select areas for an additional fee.
### How fast is UPS Next Day Air compared to UPS Second Day Air?
UPS Next Day Air is significantly faster than UPS Second Day Air, delivering packages by the next business day, while UPS Second Day Air delivers within two business days. It’s the fastest standard overnight service offered by UPS.
### What are the packaging options for UPS Next Day Air?
For UPS Next Day Air, you can use your own sturdy packaging, or utilize free UPS-branded express packaging, including envelopes, pak envelopes, and various size boxes, designed for urgent shipments.
### How to choose the right packaging for your shipment?
For UPS Next Day Air shipments, use high-quality, rigid packaging appropriate for the contents. For fragile or valuable items, use double-walled boxes. Wrap items individually and use at least 2-3 inches of cushioning material. For electronics or sensitive equipment, consider anti-static packaging materials. Seal all seams with pressure-sensitive, water-activated, or reinforced tape that’s at least 2 inches wide.
### What are the tracking and insurance options for UPS Next Day Air?
UPS Next Day Air includes detailed real-time tracking, allowing continuous monitoring of your package’s progress. It also comes with automatic limited liability coverage up to $100, with the option to declare a higher value and purchase additional insurance for valuable shipments.
### Does UPS Next Day Air require a signature?
While not always mandatory, UPS Next Day Air often requires a signature for delivery, especially for high-value items or if specified by the sender. Senders can choose from various signature options, including no signature required, adult signature required, or direct signature required.
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