FedEx Fuel Surcharge in Vietnam — Current Rate Aug 10–16, 2026
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Latest FedEx fuel surcharge
3 most recent weekly rates — updated weekly by FedEx
- In effect46.00%Aug 10–16, 2026Effective from Aug 10, 2026▲ up 0.50 pts vs. previous week
- Previous week45.50%Aug 3–9, 2026Effective from Aug 3, 2026▲ up 1.50 pts vs. previous week
- 2 weeks ago44.00%Jul 27 – Aug 2, 2026Effective from Jul 27, 2026▲ up 4.25 pts vs. previous week
What the FedEx fuel surcharge is
The fuel surcharge is an additional charge FedEx Express applies to offset movements in aviation fuel prices. FedEx updates it weekly, and each new rate takes effect on Monday.
For businesses and individuals shipping internationally from Vietnam via FedEx, the fuel surcharge is a meaningful part of the total cost. Tracking the rate lets you estimate cost accurately and pick the best week to ship. The figures below are for shipments leaving Vietnam.
Weekly FedEx fuel surcharge table
The table below lists the FedEx Express fuel surcharge for shipments from Vietnam, newest week first. FedEx republishes the rate weekly.
| Period | Rate (%) | Effective date |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 10–16, 2026In effect | 46.00% | 2026-08-10 |
| Aug 3–9, 2026 | 45.50% | 2026-08-03 |
| Jul 27 – Aug 2, 2026 | 44.00% | 2026-07-27 |
| Jul 20–26, 2026 | 39.75% | 2026-07-20 |
| Jul 13–19, 2026 | 38.50% | 2026-07-13 |
| Jul 6–12, 2026 | 38.25% | 2026-07-06 |
| Jun 29 – Jul 5, 2026 | 38.50% | 2026-06-29 |
| Jun 22–28, 2026 | 41.50% | 2026-06-22 |
| Jun 15–21, 2026 | 43.00% | 2026-06-15 |
| Jun 8–14, 2026 | 42.50% | 2026-06-08 |
| Jun 1–7, 2026 | 49.25% | 2026-06-01 |
| May 25–31, 2026 | 49.50% | 2026-05-25 |
| May 18–24, 2026 | 48.75% | 2026-05-18 |
| May 11–17, 2026 | 47.50% | 2026-05-11 |
| May 4–10, 2026 | 45.25% | 2026-05-04 |
| Apr 27 – May 3, 2026 | 43.50% | 2026-04-27 |
| Apr 20–26, 2026 | 45.50% | 2026-04-20 |
| Apr 13–19, 2026 | 46.75% | 2026-04-13 |
| Apr 6–12, 2026 | 46.00% | 2026-04-06 |
| Mar 30 – Apr 5, 2026 | 46.25% | 2026-03-30 |
| Mar 23–29, 2026 | 41.75% | 2026-03-23 |
| Mar 16–22, 2026 | 38.50% | 2026-03-16 |
| Mar 9–15, 2026 | 33.25% | 2026-03-09 |
| Mar 2–8, 2026 | 32.00% | 2026-03-02 |
| Feb 23 – Mar 1, 2026 | 30.75% | 2026-02-23 |
| Feb 16–22, 2026 | 30.50% | 2026-02-16 |
| Feb 9–15, 2026 | 31.00% | 2026-02-09 |
| Feb 2–8, 2026 | 30.25% | 2026-02-02 |
| Jan 26 – Feb 1, 2026 | 29.50% | 2026-01-26 |
| Jan 19–25, 2026 | 28.25% | 2026-01-19 |
Note: The FedEx fuel surcharge in Vietnam is currently 46.00% (week of Aug 10–16, 2026), up 0.50 percentage points from the previous week. Across the last 12 published weeks, the rate ranged from 38.25% to 49.50%. It applies on top of the base transport charge.
FedEx fuel surcharge trend
FedEx's 12 most recent weekly rates: May 25–31, 2026 to Aug 10–16, 2026. The chart shows up to 12 weeks and updates automatically with the table above.
The chart tracks the 12 most recent publications, so it always reflects the current level. Across 2026, the FedEx surcharge from Vietnam moved from 28.25% in mid-January into the 46–49.5% range in the second quarter, with the sharpest jump in March — from 32% to 46.25% in just four weeks. Moves that fast mean the timing of a shipment can create a real cost difference.
How FedEx calculates the fuel surcharge
FedEx uses a tiered system based on the US Gulf Coast (USGC) Jet Fuel index, measured in USD per gallon.
How it works:
- Reference index: the US Gulf Coast Jet Fuel price reported by DOE/EIA.
- Update frequency: weekly, effective each Monday.
- Tier table: the surcharge steps up or down as the fuel price moves.
- Applied to: the base transport charge — the rate set by the destination’s FedEx zone.
Full details are on FedEx Vietnam’s official surcharges page.
How to reduce your FedEx shipping cost when the surcharge is high
Practical ways to optimise what you pay FedEx from Vietnam:
1. Watch the weekly trend Because FedEx updates the rate weekly, you can choose a lower week to ship — especially effective for large shipments that are not time-critical.
2. Match the service to the need The surcharge is charged on the base rate, so a slower service such as International Economy (4–6 days) instead of Priority lowers both the base charge and the surcharge amount. Consolidating parcels into one larger shipment also cuts the per-unit rate.
3. Compare across carriers The three carriers usually sit a few points apart, and the ranking can shift week to week:
| Carrier | Current rate | Week in effect |
|---|---|---|
| DHL | 40.25% | Aug 10–16, 2026 |
| FedEx | 46.00% | Aug 10–16, 2026 |
| UPS | 46.75% | Aug 10–16, 2026 |
The surcharge is only part of the equation — compare the total (base rate plus surcharge) to pick the best carrier for each shipment.
4. Ship through Gateway Express Gateway Express ships FedEx from Vietnam at partner rates, typically 10–30% below retail. A lower base charge means a lower total surcharge on top of it.
Need a shipping quote?
For a quote that already includes the latest fuel surcharge, get a quote from Gateway Express or call +84 938 373 343.
Frequently asked questions about the FedEx fuel surcharge
The questions below are the ones shippers from Vietnam ask most often about the FedEx fuel surcharge. To compare, see the DHL fuel surcharge and UPS fuel surcharge pages.
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Last updated: 08/10/2026