A large package exceeds certain size or weight thresholds established by the carrier.
This matters because carriers apply a Large Package Surcharge to qualifying shipments. This surcharge is reflected in the shipping rates quoted on Bikeflights.com. The Large Package Surcharge varies by season and is typically higher during the carrier's peak shipping season. Bikeflights' discounted rates include a discount on the Large Package Surcharge.
A package is considered a large package if it meets any of the following criteria:
Length + Girth: greater than 130 inches
Cubic size: greater than 17,280 cubic inches (effective January 26, 2026)
Weight: greater than 110 pounds
Longest side: greater than 96 inches
Large Package Surcharges apply to both domestic and international shipments. Even if your package exceeds more than one of the thresholds above, the surcharge is applied only once.
Because carriers measure packages during transit, be sure to measure your packed box or case at its outermost points and always round up to the next whole inch when entering your dimensions. Accurate measurements help avoid unexpected carrier adjustments.
