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What is the 618 Sale?
The 618 Sale (also called the Mid-Year Sale or June 18 Sale) is AliExpress’s second-largest annual shopping event, trailing only the 11.11 Global Shopping Festival in November. The name comes from June 18 (6/18), which is traditionally the peak day of the event, though the sale window extends well beyond that single date.
During 618, AliExpress drops prices across nearly every category and releases event-specific coupon codes with higher discount ceilings than standard monthly codes. Sellers also increase their store coupon availability, making the stacking potential significantly better than a normal shopping day.
Key dates and timeline
The 2026 618 Sale follows a predictable timeline:
- June 8–11 — Warm-up period. Early deals appear, wishlists go live, and some preview coupon codes drop. Add items to your cart now so you can check out quickly when the main sale starts.
- June 12 — Sale opens. Full coupon code ladders go live. Flash deals launch at midnight (Pacific Time). This is the best time to grab limited-stock items.
- June 18 — Peak day. Additional flash deals, higher coin rewards, and sometimes bonus coupon codes exclusive to this day only.
- June 20 — Sale closes. All 618-specific codes expire at 11:59 PM PT. Standard monthly codes remain active.
Expected coupon codes
Based on previous years, the 618 Sale typically offers coupon tiers above the standard monthly ladder. While exact codes are released when the event opens, here is what to expect:
- USA-only 618 codes: up to $150 off $800+ (compared to the standard $120 off $700)
- Global 618 codes: up to $80 off $799+ (compared to the standard $70 off $699)
- Lower-tier boosts: the entry-level tiers ($3–$10 off) often have lower minimum spends during 618
XpressCoupon will publish all verified 618 codes on the coupon grid the moment they go live. Bookmark the page and check back on June 12.
How to stack during 618
The 618 Sale is the best stacking opportunity of the first half of the year. All five discount layers are active simultaneously:
- 618 flash-sale price — deeper markdowns than standard Super Deals
- Seller store coupon — sellers often increase their coupon budgets during 618
- AliExpress Coins — bonus coin-earning events run alongside 618
- 618 platform promo code — the event-specific code from XpressCoupon
- Cashback — cashback rates sometimes increase during major sales
Use the Stack Tool to model your exact combination before checking out. Read the full stacking guide if you are new to the method.
What to buy during 618
The 618 Sale historically delivers the best discounts in these categories:
- Consumer electronics — earbuds, smartwatches, chargers, phone accessories
- Home and kitchen — robot vacuums, small appliances, LED lighting
- Fashion and accessories — summer clothing, sunglasses, bags
- Tools and hardware — power tools, hand tools, workshop accessories
Avoid buying items that are already at their lowest price on standard Super Deals — the 618 markdown may not beat the everyday floor price. Compare before committing.
Pro tips for 618
- Build your wishlist during warm-up (June 8–11). Prices sometimes rise briefly before the sale to make the “discount” look bigger. Track prices early.
- Check out on June 12, not June 18. Flash-deal stock is deepest on day one. By peak day, popular items may be sold out.
- Use the highest code your cart qualifies for. If you are $10 short of the next tier, add a cheap accessory — the extra discount more than covers the cost.
- Combine 618 with a new-user coupon if eligible. If your account qualifies for new user coupons, compare them against the 618 codes and use whichever saves more.
- Set a budget. The sale is designed to encourage overspending. Decide what you need before the event opens.
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