Best Courier Services in Singapore With the Cheapest Delivery Fees (2022)

For circuit breaker and beyond, practise social distancing and get your parcel or care package delivered instead.

Singapore may be tiny and well-connected, but you may not always be in the mood to take the MRT to meet up with that buyer from Carousell.

Plus, there might be a chance that they will try to bargain for another S$5 off your anniversary edition Casio G-Shock once they meet up in person.

To avoid these and many other pesky encounters, why not send your parcel using a courier service instead?

From small parcels to bulky furniture and appliances, for door to door delivery services in Singapore within the hour or the week, you have no lack of delivery options to choose from.

Prices do vary, but in general, with a few factors such as speed of delivery and item weight, size and type to consider.

Regardless of the price, remember to charge it to the right credit card to get some rewards while you send your parcel.

Here’s our full guide to cheap and best courier services in Singapore, including their price range, when to use which one, and what to watch out for.

We also teach you how to avoid overspending when getting your parcels couriered.

• For small parcels (up to 3kg)
• For medium parcels (up to 8kg)
• For large parcels (up to 30kg)
• For bulky items
• For instant delivery
• Things to note

Cheapest couriers for small parcels (up to 3kg)

When you only need to send a light, small parcel, your most economical choices are SingPost and Ninjavan Their rates start at S$1.50 and S$3.50 respectively.

SingPost - track for safe delivery service

SingPost, as you may know, is Singapore’s national mail carrier, and offers myriad delivery options for all your parcel delivery needs.

For parcels up to 2kg, SingPost standard mail service will do you nicely, being both affordable and reasonably quick. Packages normally get delivered between 1 to 3 business days.

For extra peace of mind, you can also opt for mail tracking and/or registered mail service, which allows you or your sender to keep updated of the parcel’s whereabouts. It also lets you choose between doorstep or mailbox delivery.

If your item is a little bit heavier (up to 3kg), choose SmartPac, which provides essentially the same service straight to your door at slightly higher rates.

Ninja Van - postage-paid polymailers

Ninja Van has developed an intelligent and intuitive form of delivery coined Ninja Packs that allow users to deliver their goods with bubble-foam packs across the region. Described as a postage-paid polymailer, these packs are essentially delivered to you (the cost of these packs are determined by your chosen size) to be used at your discretion - where you can then decide when you will want your parcel to be sent out, and the weight of your parcel which is mostly determined by how much you can fit within the prescribed packs.

After which, all you have to do is drop these packed polymailers at one of their 900+ drop-off points and have them delivered within one to three working days. The package comes with in-built real-time tracking and a pre-generated ID, in which you can access through its portal - Ninja Dashboard.

If there is ever a case when your recipient fails to receive the package, you'll be entitled up to three redelivery attempts as well, all included and accounted for in just the cost of a pack.

Cheapest couriers for medium parcels (up to 8kg)

If you’re looking to ship medium-sized parcels around the 5kg to 8kg range, worry not because you still have delivery options that are both affordable and reliable.

Park N Parcel - not your traditional courier service

The cheapest courier service in Singapore for items up to 8kg is Park N Parcel, with charges per delivery starting as low as S$2.50.

However, rather than being a true courier service, Park N Parcel functions as a parcel transfer service. It brings your parcel from a point near you to a point near your recipient within 3 working days.

If you’d like a more traditional courier service, they do offer that as well, but prices differ in that instance.

Do note that as of 9 March 2022, any delivery will be subjected to prevailing GST rates (7% as of this point of writing)

Qxpress - from the creators of Qoo10

Qxpress, the delivery arm of online retailer Qoo10, also offers a courier service to the public at competitive rates.

Their Standard service is an affordable flat-fee option and delivers within 2 working days. Prices start from S$4.30 for parcels up to 5.4kg and S$6.90 for packages ranging between 5.4kg and 10kg.

If you require express delivery service, Qxpress lives up to its moniker and offers that too.

UParcel - same-day delivery at S$2 more

Another courier to consider if you prefer to deal with flat fees is UParcel, which offers next-day delivery service for packages weighing up to 8kg for S$11 per trip.

Its same-day express delivery charges aren’t too shabby either, being just S$2 more for packages of the same weight.

GrabExpress - distance-based service

Alternatively, try GrabExpress – Bike for same-day express delivery service in Singapore of packages up to 5kg in weight.

Note though that this is a distance-based service. Depending on how far your parcel needs to travel, this might not be the most economical option.

However, GrabExpress (Bike or Car, see below) charges a flat fee for items returned to you. You might find this preferable over other couriers, who may bill you a full trip for returned packages.

LalaMove - delivers almost anything

LalaMove is another great option for medium sized parcels up to 8kg. The company offers same-day express delivery service, and charges by the distance as well.

With regards to item restrictions, you’re in luck. LalaMove allows almost any item to be delivered, including food and drinks, small items like documents, and valuables (jewellery, wristwatches, etc.).

Once again, it’s wise to get a quote to compare the various courier services before making an order, especially if your recipient is all the way across our fair island.

Cheapest couriers for large parcels (up to 30kg)

SendSingapore - heavy-duty courier service

For larger parcel delivery up to 30kg, we found that SendSingapore offers the cheapest courier service, at a flat S$22 for next-day delivery service in Singapore.

To sweeten the deal, SendSingapore offers a discount if you’re sending items in bulk. This ranges from S$1 off per parcel for two packages all the way to S$12 per parcel for over a hundred packages.

The firm also offers one free re-delivery per order, in case the original delivery was somehow missed. It works like this:

• Day 1: Pick-up
• Day 2: Delivery
• Day 3: Re-delivery (if delivery fails on Day 2)

This gives you a much-needed peace of mind, especially when you’re doing a parcel delivery this heavy (and possibly bulky).

Other good delivery options for large parcels are Qxpress (Standard), UParcel and LalaMove that we’ve discussed in the previous section. Their respective services remain unchanged, with the exception of service fees.

If you’re sticking with GrabExpress, be sure to choose the car option to accommodate your large delivery package. You’re limited to a maximum of 20kg, though.

Cheapest couriers for bulky items

When you need to deliver bulky items, such as furniture or appliances, going to a moving company may not be the best idea.

For one, they may require a minimum order before they can accept your delivery. You might just end up paying for an entire truck when all you need is probably half or a third of the capacity.

We found two couriers in Singapore that can help you with your bulky item delivery without you having to pay through the nose.

GetVan - distance or hourly fee

First off, GetVan lets you choose from three levels of service, determined by the size of your item only. There’s no weight limit, so yay!

Plus, you can choose from two pricing schemes — one, a distance-based fare, and the other an hourly fee. Choose the latter if you have multiple stops.

Delivery is instant, but do allow up to 2 hours response time upon placing your order.

Additionally, a surcharge is imposed for deliveries on weekends, public holidays, and any day between 12am and 6am.

The second company is LalaMove, which can courier up to 400kg or 800kg, depending on the service you choose.

Both charge a distance-based fare, and courier delivery is carried out on a same-day basis. Furthermore, the driver is there to assist you at no charge.

If you require even larger items to be delivered, LalaMove has 10-foot and 14-foot lorries available, with refrigeration to boot.

Cheapest couriers for instant delivery

For those times when instant delivery is required (like for time-sensitive documents or, say, dial-a-sashimi!), there are a good number of delivery options for you to choose from.

UParcel - 1-hour delivery at a flat fee

Promising the speediest courier delivery service in Singapore is UParcel that saves the day with 1-hour delivery time. We like that prices are decent and straightforward: a flat-fee charged per trip, topping off at S$35. You can urgently ship a parcel up to 25kg this way.

Qxpress (Quick Deliver) - instant delivery up to 30kg

Next up is Qxpress (Quick Deliver) will get your package where it needs to go within 2 hours upon pickup, and accepts parcels up to 30kg in weight.

Qxpress (Quick Delivery) charges a distance-based fee, but has the same weight restrictions as the slower Qxpress (Standard) service (see above). Thus, the former may prove to be the cheaper option.

SendSingapore - distance-based, 3-hour delivery

And rounding out the list is SendSingapore, which offers 3-hour delivery on demand. Charges are based on distance travelled as well as the weight tier your parcel belongs to.

You’ll also have to make sure your parcel is of an eligible dimension, much like the other courier services across the categories listed.

General tips and things to watch out for when selecting a courier in Singapore

Pricing and parcel size

Be aware that different couriers charge differently — some charge a flat fee per trip, others charge by distance, and some by the hour.

Also, in most cases, the weight and size of your parcel factors into the price, but some couriers only care about the size.

Different couriers measure parcel size differently. Some couriers allow your parcel size up to a limit derived by adding length + width + height. Others go by the more traditional volume restriction, i.e, length x width x height.

In practice, this will likely only be a concern if you are trying to deliver oddly-shaped parcels.

Getting quotes from different couriers to suss out the most suitable option for your specific delivery needs is always a good idea.

It might take a bit more effort and time, but the money saved is well worth it. Plus, you might reap some decent rewards while you get spend on those delivery fees with a credit card.

Other charges

While delivery fees may be upfront, other charges may not. Most couriers have a schedule of surcharges and fees that may apply to your courier delivery.

Some common ones are drop-offs in the CBD area and Changi Airport and/or its surroundings. Deliveries during certain time slots may also attract surcharges.

Several courier services impose a fee for deliveries on weekends and public holidays too, so take note of that.

Another common (but often overlooked) cause of extra charges are missed deliveries. Your courier may offer a free re-delivery, a flat fee for bringing the item back, or charge you for a whole new trip for bringing the item back to the warehouse.

This re-delivery cost might be prohibitively expensive for bulky items.

You may also be subject to cancellation fees if you decide not to go ahead with the delivery service for some reason.

Multiple deliveries

With some couriers, you may be able to add on additional stops, which allows you to courier more than one parcel.

Look out for discounted rates, so if you can line up your parcels to go out on the same day and have substantial savings, why not?

Best Miles & Travel Credit Cards

Maximise your budget holiday spend even further with the best air miles credit cards and best credit cards for travelling in Singapore. Get rewarded whenever you spend locally or overseas, plus access awesome perks like airport lounges, discounted travel insurance rates, and even free gifts for first sign ups!

Credit Card	Best for/Benefits	Details	Min. Annual Income
Citi PremierMiles Card Apply Now	- S$1 = 10 miles on Bookings at Kaligo - S$1 = 7 miles on Hotel Bookings at Agoda - S$1 = 2 miles on Foreign Spend   - S$1 = 1.2 miles on Local Spend   - 2 free airport lounge visits per year with Priority Pass - Up to S$1 million complimentary Travel Insurance coverage when you charge travel tickets to card	- Miles awarded as Citi Miles, which never expire - S$27 per redemption - Annual fee: S$196.20 (First year free)	- Local/PR: S$30,000 - Foreigner: S$42,000
DBS Altitude Card Apply Now	- S$1 = 3 miles on Agoda Bookings - S$1 = 2.2 miles on Foreign Spend   - S$1 = 1.3 miles on Local Spend   - 2 free airport lounge visits per year with Priority Pass	- Miles awarded as DBS Points, which never expire   - 5,000 DBS Points = 10,000 KrisFlyer Miles - S$27.25 (incl. GST) per redemption - Annual fee: S$196.20 (First year free)	- Local/PR: S$30,000 - Foreigner: S$45,000
OCBC 90°N Miles Card Apply Now Apply Now	- S$1 = 1.3 miles on Local Spend   - S$1 = 2.1 miles on Foreign Spend   - S$1 = 7 miles on Agoda Bookings in Foreign Currency   - S$1 = 6 miles on Agoda Bookings in Local Currency	- 90°N Miles never expire   - 1 90°N Mile = 1 KrisFlyer Mile   - 90°N Miles can be redeemed per blocks of 1,000 Miles   - Exchange 90°N Miles for cash rebates, vouchers, or offset travel costs too   - Annual fee: S$196.20 (Frist year free)	- Local/PR: S$30,000   - Foreigner = S$45,000
Maybank Horizon Visa Signature Card Apply Now	- S$1 = 2.8 miles on Overseas Spend and Air Tickets (All Airlines)* - S$1 = 1.2 miles on Local Retail Spend^ on Shopping, Dining, Food Delivery, Supermarket, Transport, Hotels, Cruises, Travel Packages, Car Rentals - S$1 = 0.25 miles on Utilities, Education, Insurance, and Medical expenses - Complimentary access to Selected VIP Airport Lounges - Up to S$1 million Complimentary Travel Insurance Coverage	- Min. S$800 spend per month required, otherwise 1.2 mpd only   - Miles awarded in the form of TREATS Points   - *Capped at 40,000 Bonus TREATS Points per calendar month for Air Tickets. Up to 3.2 mpd for a limited time only. T&Cs apply.   - ^No min. spend, no cap - Annual fee: S$196.20 (First 3 years free)	- Local/PR: S$30,000 - Malaysian Citizen: S$45,000 - Foreigner: S$60,000
UOB PRVI Miles Card Apply Now	- S$1 = 6 miles on Selected Online and Flight Bookings at Agoda, Expedia, and UOB Travel - S$1 = 2.4 miles on Overseas Spend - S$1 = 1.4 miles on Local Spend - Up to S$500,000 complimentary Travel Insurance Coverage	- Miles awarded as UNI$   - S$25 per redemption - Annual fee: S$261.60 (First year free)	- Local/PR: S$30,000 - Foreigner: S$40,000
HSBC TravelOne Card Apply Now	- S$1 = 2.4 miles on Foreign Spend   - S$1 = 1.2 miles on Local Spend   - 4 Complimentary Airport Lounge Visits per year (Primary cardholders only)   - Up to US$100,000 Complimentary Travel Insurance Coverage (including COVID-19)	25,000 Rewards Points = 10,000 Miles   5 free supplementary cards   No conversion fee for air miles or hotel points (Until 31 May 2024)   Annual fee: S$196.20 (First year free)	- Local/PR: S$30,000 - Foreigner/Self-Employed: S$40,000
Standard Chartered Journey Card Apply Now	- S$1 = 2 miles on Foreign Spend   - S$1 = 1.2 miles on Local Spend   - S$1 = 3 miles on Select Local Online Categories like Transportation, Grocery, and Food Delivery*   - 2 Complimentary Priority Pass Airport Lounge Visits per year   - Up to S$500,000 Complimentary Travel Insurance Coverage	- Rewards Points never earned from SC Journey Card never expire   - 25,000 Rewards Points = 10,000 KrisFlyer Miles   - *Capped at S$1,000 spend per statement month   - 45% off MSIG TravelEasy Travel Insurance (Single Trip) (Valid till 30 Jun 2024)   - Annual fee: S$196.20 (First year free)	- Local/PR: S$30,000 - Foreigner: S$60,000
KrisFlyer UOB Card Apply Now	- S$1 = 3 miles on Everyday Spend (e.g. Dining, Online Food Delivery, Online Shopping, Online Travel, Local Transport)*   - S$1 = 3 miles on Singapore Airlines, Scoot, KrisShop, and Kris+ purchases   - S$1 = 1.2 miles on All Other Spend   - Up to S$500,000 Complimentary Travel Insurance Coverage   - Fast track to KrisFlyer Elite Silver Status   - Other Membership Privileges on Scoot	- *Min. S$800 annual spend on Singapore Airlines, Scoot, and KrisShop required   - Earn KrisFlyer Miles directly to KrisFlyer Membership Account   - No cap on miles earned but only credited within 2 months of paying annual fee   - Annual fee: S$196.20 (First year free)	- Local/PR: S$30,000 - Foreigner: S$40,000
AMEX Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Credit Card Apply Now	- S$1 = 1.1 miles on Local Spend - S$1 = 2 miles on Foreign Spend during June and December - S$1 = 2 miles on Singapore Airlines-Related Spend - S$1 = 3.1 miles on Grab Singapore Transactions, capped at S$200 per month -S$1 = 0.5 miles on Singapore Airlines Instalment Plans via PaySmall for eligible purchases - Up to S$350,000 Complimentary Travel Insurance coverage - Exclusive Hertz Gold Plus Rewards Loyalty Programme Perks	- Earn KrisFlyer Miles directly to KrisFlyer Membership Account   - Annual fee: S$179.85 (First year free)	Subject to American Express' approval
AMEX Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Credit Card Apply Now	- S$1 = 1.2 miles on Local Spend - S$1 = 2 miles on Foreign Spend during June and December - S$1 = 2 miles on Singapore Airlines-Related Spend - S$1 = 3.2 miles on Grab Singapore Transactions, capped at S$200 per month - Up to S$1 million Complimentary Travel Insurance Coverage - Exclusive Hertz Gold Plus Rewards Loyalty Programme Perks	- Earn KrisFlyer Miles directly to KrisFlyer Membership Account   - Annual fee: S$343.35 (First year free)	Subject to American Express' approval
HSBC Revolution Card Apply Now	- S$1 = 4 miles on Online and Contactless Spend (e.g.Shopping, Groceries, Dining, Food Delivery, Ride-hailing) - S$1 = 0.4 miles on All Other Spend - Up to S$300,000 Complimentary Travel Insurance Coverage	- Capped at S$1,000 spend / 9,000 Bonus Rewards Points per calendar month   - No annual fee	- Local/PR: S$30,000 - Foreigner/Self-employed: S$40,000
Citi Rewards Card Apply Now	- S$1 = 4 miles on Selected Online Transactions (e.g. Shopping, Ride-hailing, Food Delivery, Groceries) and In-Store Shopping - S$1 = 4 miles on All Other Retail Spend - Up to S$1 million Complimentary Travel Insurance Coverage	- Capped at S$1,000 spend / 9,000 Bonus Rewards Points per statement month   - Annual fee: S$196.20 (First year free)	- Local/PR: S$30,000 - Foreigner: S$42,000

Read these next:
Which Online Grocery In Singapore Delivers The Biggest Savings?
Best Halal Food Delivery In Singapore
Cheap Hair Salons In Singapore For A Guilt-Free Makeover Starting At $3
Credit Card Benefits You Didn’t Know You Had
EZ-Link vs EZ-Reload vs SimplyGo: Best Option To Pay For Public Transport