Christmas delivery slots 2026: Asda deadline today as Tesco and Sainsbury’s dates revealed

Many families will do a big Christmas shop to get all the supplies they need over the festive period so they can concentrate on time with friends and family.

However, competition for delivery spots in the lead up to 25 December is fierce and generally need to be booked weeks in advance.

Supermarkets often give booking priority to customer who have delivery passes.

The early booking window for Asda Delivery Pass customers ends today Monday, 19 October with other shoppers able to book from Tuesday, 20 October.

Sainsbury’s has also opened early access for Delivery Pass holders, and bookings will be available to everyone from Friday, 23 October.

Tesco Delivery Saver customers will be able to book from Tuesday, 3 November and general bookings open on Thursday, 5 November.

Asda Christmas delivery slots 2026

General booking for Asda Christmas delivery opens from tomorrow Tuesday, 20 October 2026.

Early access for Asda Delivery Pass ends today Monday, 19 October.

Christmas deliveries are scheduled for Monday, 21 December to Wednesday, 23 December.

• How to book an Asda Christmas delivery slot

Visit the Asda website or open the Asda ap, sign in to your account and you'll be able to choose an available delivery or Click & Collect slot.

Then just add your Christmas shopping and check uot to secure the booking.

Sainsbury’s Christmas delivery slots 2026

General booking opens Friday, 23 October 2026 and Sainsbury’s Delivery Pass customers now have early access to Christmas slots.

The supermarket’s Christmas delivery dates run from Friday, 18 December to Thursday, 24 December, and are subject to availability in your area.

• How to book a Sainsbury’s Christmas delivery slot

Head to the website and sign in to your account. You'll then need to go to the delivery booking section and select an available Christmas date and time.

Add your groceries and check the minimum spend and delivery charge before checking out.

Tesco Christmas delivery slots 2026

Tesco Anytime Delivery Saver customers can book from 6am on Tuesday, 3 November and Click+Collect Delivery Saver customers can also access collection slots early.

Everyone else can book a delivery or Click & Collect slot from 6am on Thursday, 5 November.

Tesco Christmas delivery and collection dates will run from Sunday, 20 December to Thursday, 24 December.

However, exact availability depends on the shopper’s postcode and local store.