Parcel shipping (UPS or FedEx)Like USPS, shipping your luggage through parcel carriers like UPS and FedEx enables you to ship your bags directly to your destination, whether they're headed for a hotel or a new home.
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Parcel shipping (UPS or FedEx)For the lowest rates, ship your luggage in a box—unboxed luggage may incur additional handling fees. There may also be additional fees for residential pick-up or delivery.
Luggage shipping is a convenient method of transporting luggage. A luggage shipping service will collect your luggage and deliver it to your destination. It's available locally and internationally, ideal for those moving abroad, going to university, or simply wanting to travel light on their next adventure.
Parcel shipping (UPS or FedEx)For the lowest rates, ship your luggage in a box—unboxed luggage may incur additional handling fees. There may also be additional fees for residential pick-up or delivery.
“Shipping luggage is safe and reliable,” says Kirley. Still, there are some things to avoid shipping, like medication. “Something simple like a delayed flight could leave you without those medications, so it's not worth the risk.
If you are looking to ship your luggage for an upcoming hotel stay, and are looking to beat airline baggage fees, consider checking out LugLess. Pricing starts at $15 a bag to ship in the US and we provide flexible pickup and drop off options for travelers.
Flats or large envelopesThese can be made of paper, plastic bags/polyethylene, flat corrugated boxes, or cloth. Polyethylene mailers, like our Poly Mailers, must be at least 2 mils thick for shipments up to 5 pounds and 4 mils thick for shipments up to 10 pounds (and are not acceptable for shipments over 10 pounds).