15 Amazon Flex Delivery Tips for Faster Routes and Better Ratings

Work Smarter, Not Harder

The difference between finishing a 4-hour block in 2.5 hours versus 4.5 hours comes down to technique. Here are 15 tips that experienced drivers swear by.

Before You Start

1. Charge your phone to 100% and bring a car charger. Navigation drains battery fast.
2. Check the weather and dress accordingly. Rain deliveries take longer if you're not prepared.
3. Empty your trunk/cargo area completely so you can organize packages efficiently.

At the Warehouse

4. Arrive 10 minutes early to avoid being marked late and losing your block.
5. Scan packages quickly but accurately. Mistakes here cost time later.
6. Organize by neighborhood — group packages by delivery area before leaving the warehouse.

On the Route

7. Review all stops first before starting navigation. Sometimes Amazon's suggested order isn't optimal.
8. Use your own GPS judgment for the first and last mile — Amazon's routing can be quirky in neighborhoods.
9. Park smart — sometimes walking 50 steps saves 2 minutes of driving around the block.
10. Have packages ready before you park. Grab the next package while approaching the stop.
11. Ring and leave (unless signature required). Don't wait — take the photo and move on.

Photo and Proof Tips

12. Always include the door/house number in your delivery photo.
13. Note access codes for apartment buildings — you'll likely deliver there again.

Finishing Strong

14. Track your time per stop. Aim for under 3 minutes average per delivery.
15. Report issues immediately through the app — don't let undeliverable packages drag you down.

And the bonus tip: Use AlwaysOnBoarding to grab your blocks effortlessly so you can focus 100% on efficient delivery once you're on the road.