2024 holiday shipping deadlines for Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and more

The holiday shopping deadline is approaching

The holiday season is upon us, and if you haven’t finished your gift shopping yet, you may be running out of time. While finding the perfect gift is important, ensuring it arrives on time is equally crucial. To help you navigate the holiday shipping deadlines, we’ve compiled a list of shipping policies from various retailers to make sure your gifts arrive by Dec. 25.

Amazon – Prime delivery options

Amazon offers free shipping on many items, but delivery may take up to 10 days. However, with a Prime subscription, you can access faster shipping options. To receive your orders by Christmas, make sure to check out by the following dates based on your preferred shipping method:

  • 2-day shipping (with Prime) – Order by Dec. 22.
  • 1-day shipping (with Prime) – Order by Dec. 23.
  • Same-day delivery (with Prime) – Order by Dec. 24.

Best Buy – Quick shipping and pickup options

Best Buy offers free next-day shipping on most items and same-day delivery for some products. Additionally, you can opt for curbside pickup until Dec. 24. Be sure to place your orders by the following deadlines:

  • Free Next-day shipping – Order by Dec. 23 at 10:30 a.m.
  • Free Same-day delivery – Order by Dec. 24 at 12 p.m.
  • Curbside pickup – Order by Dec. 24 at 5 p.m.

Target – Extended holiday hours

Target offers standard and two-day shipping options, with the ability to earn free shipping through Target Circle 360 membership. Orders must be placed by the provided deadlines for guaranteed delivery by Christmas:

  • Standard shipping – Order by Dec. 19.
  • Two-day shipping – Order by Dec. 22.
  • Curbside pickup – Order by Dec. 24 @ 6 p.m.

Walmart – Express delivery available

Walmart recommends finalizing your order by Dec. 23 to receive your purchases by Dec. 25. Free shipping is offered for orders over $35 and to Walmart Plus members. Take note of the following deadlines for Walmart orders:

  • Two-day shipping – Order by Dec. 23 at 12:30 p.m.
  • Express delivery – Order by Dec. 24 at 4 p.m.
  • Curbside pickup – Order by Dec. 24 at 12 p.m.

Newegg – Expedited shipping options

Newegg provides free standard shipping on most items, but expedited shipping is available for faster delivery. To receive your order by Dec. 25, make sure to order by the following deadlines:

  • Three-day shipping – Order by Dec. 19
  • Two-day shipping – Order by Dec. 20
  • Next-day delivery – Order by Dec. 23