UPS has officially announced its 2025 Peak (Demand) Surcharges—less than one month before they go into effect on September 28, 2025. These surcharges will run through January 17, 2026, and come with changes that leave shippers little time to prepare. 

Our free 2025 UPS Peak Season Surcharge Report breaks down everything you need to know.

Key Highlights 

• UPS announced late, leaving less time for planning. 
• A new price increase (“Peaking Factor”) adds cost for high-volume shippers. 
• Year-over-year increases are less steep than 2024, but still meaningful. 
• Shippers sending 20,000+ packages per week risk triggering UPS’s Peaking Factor.  

While Air surcharges are somewhat more moderate this year, Ground Saver and Ground Residential shippers—especially those moving lightweight packages—will likely face the biggest cost pressure. And with an additional increase on Additional Handling, Large Package, and OverMax fees during the Demand holiday weeks (Nov. 24 – Dec. 28), oversized shipments will continue to carry a heavy burden. 

What This Means for Shippers 

What This Means for Shippers 

With just weeks to prepare, shippers need to evaluate how these surcharges will affect their budgets and customer costs. If your network includes seasonal surges or heavy residential volumes, the impact could be significant. 

Get the Full Breakdown 

Our full 2025 UPS Peak Season Surcharge Report includes surcharge tables, charts, and detailed analysis to help you model the true cost impact on your shipping operations. 

Download our free 2025 UPS Peak Season Surcharge Report now.