A box from the store might soon land in your backyard, delivered by a drone. Walmart has signed a multi-year deal with drone company Zipline to add 300 more drone delivery sites across the country.
The announcement came from Walmart’s corporate office in Bentonville on November 5, 2026. The company says orders can arrive in as little as 30 minutes where the service is available.
Here is what the deal covers, how you would order and what to think about before a drone shows up at your house.
The full release is on Walmart Corporate.
Walmart Is Adding 300 Drone Delivery Sites With Zipline
The agreement is a multi-year commitment, and it covers 300 new delivery sites nationwide. Walmart says the two companies have worked together since 2021.
In that time, Walmart says, more than 2 million drone deliveries have been completed. That is a long way from a science fair demo.
The new sites expand a network that already exists, so this is Walmart doubling down on something it says is working.
The Promise Is Delivery In As Little As 30 Minutes
The headline number is speed. Walmart says orders can reach customers in as little as 30 minutes where the service is offered.
That is faster than most of us can find our shoes and drive to the store. Think of the times you ran out of eggs, a prescription refill pickup or a missing ingredient halfway through a recipe.
The phrase “where available” matters. Drone delivery is tied to specific stores and areas, so whether you can use it depends on where you live.
Tens Of Thousands Of Items Can Ride In A Drone
Walmart says tens of thousands of eligible items can be delivered this way. The company describes it as a wide selection, not a short list of novelty products.
Not everything qualifies, since a drone can only carry so much. A big flat-screen TV is not going to fly to your door, but everyday small items might.
That makes it best suited to quick, small needs. Think grocery staples, household supplies and last-minute buys.
How To Order, And Where The Package Lands
Walmart says you can order through the Walmart app, on Walmart.com or through the Zipline app. Pick an eligible item and the system handles the rest.
The company says drop-off happens in your front yard, backyard or driveway. So you do not have to meet anyone at the door. You just need a clear spot outside.
That spot is worth thinking about now. Anything sitting in a yard can attract weather, pets and sticky fingers, so plan on grabbing it soon after it lands.
Walmart Says About 90% Of Americans Live Within 10 Miles Of A Store
The company points out that about 90% of Americans live within 10 miles of a Walmart store. That figure helps explain the push, because short distances are where drone delivery works best.
It does not mean 90% of Americans can get a drone today. The sites are rolling out over time, and the 300 new ones are part of that growth.
If you live near a Walmart, keep an eye on the app. Eligibility is usually something the app checks against your address.
Five Years In, The Idea Has Moved Past The Test Phase
Consider the timeline Walmart describes. The partnership with Zipline began in 2021, and by now it has produced more than 2 million completed deliveries.
Numbers like that suggest drone delivery has moved from an experiment to a routine service in the places that have it. Adding 300 sites is a statement that the company plans to go much bigger.
A multi-year deal also tells you the commitment is not a holiday stunt. Walmart is planning for drones to be part of its delivery mix for a while.
Is Drone Delivery Worth Trying? A Short Checklist
New delivery options are only useful if they fit your life. Before you give it a try, run through a few simple questions.
- Do you have a safe, open outdoor spot, such as a driveway or yard, where a package can land?
- Are you usually home or nearby, so the order does not sit outside?
- Are the items you buy most often on the eligible list?
- Does the fee, if any, beat the cost of gas and your time?
Check the app for the current delivery price and terms in your area, because those can differ from place to place.
What This Means For Everyday Shopping
For years we have watched stores race to cut delivery times. First it was a few days, then two days, then same day. A 30-minute window is a new rung on that ladder.
If the drones grow the way Walmart says, running out of something may stop being a reason to leave the house. For older shoppers or anyone with limited mobility, that could be a real help.
As with any new tech, the smart move is to try it on something small, see how it goes and keep your usual option as a backup. Drone delivery may become routine, but it is still brand new for most of us.
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