FedEx One Rate is a simplified shipping option that offers flat-rate pricing for eligible shipments. This means you pay a single, predictable price for shipping, regardless of the weight or destination within the contiguous U.S., as long as your package fits within the specified size limits for the chosen FedEx One Rate box or tube. You don't need to weigh your package; you just need to know which FedEx One Rate product you're using and its dimensions.
How it Works:
Choose Your Packaging: FedEx provides a range of branded boxes and envelopes for FedEx One Rate.
Pack Your Items: Ensure your items fit within the chosen packaging and don't exceed its maximum weight limit (which varies by packaging type, but is often around 50 lbs for boxes).
Determine Your Shipping Zone: While FedEx One Rate simplifies pricing, there are still distance-based zones that influence the final cost. This calculator uses an estimated distance to provide a ballpark figure.
Calculate the Rate: The price is determined by the FedEx One Rate packaging used and the shipping distance (zone). This calculator provides an estimated cost based on the inputs you provide.
Key Considerations:
FedEx One Rate is for shipments within the contiguous U.S.
Specific packaging types have size and weight restrictions. Always check the official FedEx guidelines for the packaging you are using.
This calculator provides an estimation. Actual rates may vary based on specific service details, surcharges, and current FedEx pricing. For precise quotes, it's always best to use the official FedEx Rate Finder or consult with a FedEx representative.
Example Calculation:
Let's say you have a package that weighs 5 lbs, with dimensions 12 inches (Length) x 8 inches (Width) x 6 inches (Height), and you're shipping it 500 miles. Based on these inputs, the calculator will estimate the FedEx One Rate cost.
function calculateFedExOneRate() {
var packageWeight = parseFloat(document.getElementById("packageWeight").value);
var packageLength = parseFloat(document.getElementById("packageLength").value);
var packageWidth = parseFloat(document.getElementById("packageWidth").value);
var packageHeight = parseFloat(document.getElementById("packageHeight").value);
var distance = parseFloat(document.getElementById("distance").value);
var resultElement = document.getElementById("result");
resultElement.innerHTML = ""; // Clear previous results
if (isNaN(packageWeight) || isNaN(packageLength) || isNaN(packageWidth) || isNaN(packageHeight) || isNaN(distance)) {
resultElement.innerHTML = "Please enter valid numbers for all fields.";
return;
}
// — Simplified FedEx One Rate Estimation Logic —
// This is a highly simplified model. Actual FedEx One Rate pricing is complex
// and depends on the specific FedEx One Rate packaging used (e.g., Small Box,
// Medium Box, Large Box) and their associated weight/dimension limits and rates.
// This calculator attempts to approximate based on general principles.
var baseRate = 0;
var weightSurcharge = 0;
var dimensionSurcharge = 0;
var distanceFactor = 0;
// 1. Base Rate based on packaging type (approximated by dimensions and weight)
// Assume small box, medium box, large box tiers. This is a rough guess.
var volume = packageLength * packageWidth * packageHeight;
var maxDimension = Math.max(packageLength, packageWidth, packageHeight);
if (volume <= 500 && packageWeight <= 10) { // Approximation for FedEx Small Box
baseRate = 9.00;
} else if (volume <= 1000 && packageWeight <= 20) { // Approximation for FedEx Medium Box
baseRate = 11.00;
} else if (volume <= 2000 && packageWeight 18 && packageWeight 50) { // If weight exceeds typical One Rate limits
weightSurcharge += (packageWeight – 50) * 0.50; // Estimated per pound over 50 lbs
}
}
// 2. Weight Adjustment (if exceeding a certain threshold within a 'tier')
if (packageWeight > 10 && baseRate === 9.00) { // For Small Box approximation
weightSurcharge += (packageWeight – 10) * 0.40; // $0.40 per lb over 10
} else if (packageWeight > 20 && baseRate === 11.00) { // For Medium Box approximation
weightSurcharge += (packageWeight – 20) * 0.35; // $0.35 per lb over 20
} else if (packageWeight > 30 && baseRate === 15.00) { // For Large Box approximation
weightSurcharge += (packageWeight – 30) * 0.30; // $0.30 per lb over 30
}
// 3. Dimensional Weight Adjustment (if applicable and exceeds actual weight)
// FedEx One Rate pricing primarily uses actual weight or fixed rates per box.
// However, for estimation, we can consider if dimensions imply it should be priced
// as if it were heavier due to size. This is a simplification.
var dimensionalWeight = (volume / 166); // Standard divisor for US inches
if (dimensionalWeight > packageWeight && dimensionalWeight <= 70) { // If dimensional weight is higher and within reasonable bounds
// For One Rate, this is less of a direct charge and more about fitting the package type.
// We'll use it to potentially push it to a higher base rate tier if it's significantly larger.
if (baseRate 1500) { // If it's large for a medium box, push to large
baseRate = 15.00;
if (dimensionalWeight > packageWeight) { // If dimensional weight is the issue
weightSurcharge += (dimensionalWeight – packageWeight) * 0.30; // Add cost based on dimensional weight diff
}
} else if (baseRate 2000) {
baseRate = 20.00;
if (dimensionalWeight > packageWeight) {
weightSurcharge += (dimensionalWeight – packageWeight) * 0.25;
}
}
}
// 4. Distance Surcharge (Zones) – Very simplified approximation
if (distance <= 300) { // Zone 2-3
distanceFactor = baseRate * 0.10;
} else if (distance <= 600) { // Zone 4-5
distanceFactor = baseRate * 0.20;
} else if (distance 30 || volume > 1500) {
dimensionSurcharge = 25.00; // Flat surcharge for significantly oversized
}
var estimatedRate = baseRate + weightSurcharge + distanceFactor + dimensionSurcharge;
// Ensure rate is not negative and round to two decimal places
estimatedRate = Math.max(0, estimatedRate);
estimatedRate = estimatedRate.toFixed(2);
resultElement.innerHTML = "Estimated FedEx One Rate: $" + estimatedRate;
}