QuickPak

QuickPak®

Thousands of daily flights, one quick shipping solution

Good things come in small packages. For cargo under 100 pounds per piece, QuickPak® is the fastest way to ship almost anywhere United flies.

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QuickPak® at a glance

It’s the little things that matter

A same-day solution that flies almost anywhere: QuickPak® offers expedited shipping across the global United network for cargo under 100 pounds (45.4 kilograms). No pre-booking required for standard shipments within the U.S.

QuickPak® at a glance

It’s the little things that matter

A same-day solution that flies almost anywhere: QuickPak® offers expedited shipping across the global United network for cargo under 100 pounds (45.4 kilograms). No pre-booking required for standard shipments within the U.S.

Easy access everywhere

Get same-day service to more than 200 domestic destinations. You can also ship across our expansive international network.

Features

Boarding priority

Above standard and express cargo

Network availability

United and United Express®

Customer support

Contact center assistance: call 1-800-UA-CARGO (1-800-822-2746) or email cargo@united.com

Handling

Expedited acceptance and recovery

Transfers

Barcode scans enable fast connections

Tracking

Track online anytime*

*Use any United-approved tracking or temperature monitoring device for additional visibility. Read a list of GPS and electronic tracking devices approved for use on United aircraft.

QuickPak solutions

QuickPak® solutions

An ideal solution for expedited shipping, no matter what you’re sending

Use QuickPak® to send:

  • High-tech component parts
  • Surgical supplies
  • Samples and prototypes
  • Perishable goods
  • Highly critical medical shipments: supported by our LifeGuard desk
  • Cremated remains: booked by the TrustUA specialized handling desk

QuickPak® shipments must weigh less than 100 pounds (45.4 kilograms) per piece with a maximum piece size of 90 linear inches (228.6 linear centimeters). A package’s linear dimensions are equal to the sum of its length, width and depth. All cargo must meet TSA security requirements as well as additional rules and regulations for special commodities.

QuickPak® in action

At origin

  • Drop your shipment at a QuickPak® counter or cargo warehouse
  • All QuickPak® shipments are booked with expedited transfers and higher boarding priority than standard and express cargo
Origin

QuickPak® in action

At origin

  • Drop your shipment at a QuickPak® counter or cargo warehouse
  • All QuickPak® shipments are booked with expedited transfers and higher boarding priority than standard and express cargo

Acceptance Times

Shipment acceptance at origin minimum times (prior to scheduled flight departure). Acceptance times may vary by location. See station information for specific drop-off locations and times. See the rules and regulations page for shipment acceptance definition.

  • 01
    INTRA-U.S. SHIPMENTS
    INTRA-U.S. SHIPMENTS
    • Freight facility drop
      60min.
    • Terminal or counter
      45min.
  • 02
    INTERNATIONAL SHIPMENTS
    INTERNATIONAL SHIPMENTS
    • International origins and gateways
      180min.
    • All other locations
      120min.

All shipments must be accepted and processed before the cut-off time listed. Please allow enough time to arrive at the cargo facility, tender your shipment with the agent, and complete the acceptance process. Peak times may result in longer lines and more processing time. For QuickPak® shipments that include regulated dangerous goods, shipments must be accepted and processed 90 minutes prior to the scheduled flight departure.

We are unable to re-route, change destination or terminate a QPK shipment once accepted and while in transit (excluding LifeGuard shipments).

Recovery Times

Pick up times (after actual flight arrival)

  • 01
    INTRA-U.S. SHIPMENTS
    INTRA-U.S. SHIPMENTS
    • Intra-U.S. shipments*
      45min.
  • 02
    INTERNATIONAL SHIPMENTS
    INTERNATIONAL SHIPMENTS
    • International shipments
      120min.

*Varies by station location