As your excited family plans your first or second Caribbean cruise, it is helpful to have pertinent information on individual cruise terminal nearest airport.
This will ensure that you plan sail from a Caribbean cruise departure port with easy access to an airport and equally easy access from the airport to the cruise terminal.
Welcome to what we hope will be information to help make your cruise booking decision easier.
Cruise passengers who sail out of the Manhattan Cruise Terminal have three area airports from which to choose: La Guardia Airport (LGA), New York; John F Kennedy International (JFK), New York; and Newark Liberty Airport (EWR), New Jersey.
The Manhattan Cruise Port Address is: 711 12th Avenue (between 46th and 54th Streets), New York, NY 10019.
It is located a few blocks west of Times Square.
The port's location puts it about 12 miles from La Guardia, 15 miles from Newark and 20 miles from JFK.
La Guardia is the nearest airport to the New York cruise terminal, and you will spend less time getting from there to your cruise ship.
How to Get from New York Airports to Manhattan Cruise Terminal
The most economical means of transportation from either one of the three airports is by taxi. Note that in addition to the metered fare, you will be responsible for any toll paid along the way plus tips. La Guardia will give you the shortest ride and the lowest fare.
In addition to the taxi, your family has several other options to choose from: shuttle rides, limo rentals, or public transportation.
Public transportation is the least expensive, but the most inconvenient. However, if you have time to burn and would love to see a little of New York, then you should consider this option.
As it is with getting to the Manhattan Cruise Terminal, your family may choose to fly into one of three area airports to sail out of Cape Liberty, Bayonne, New Jersey: La Guardia, NYC (LGA); John F. Kennedy International, NYC (JFK); or Newark Liberty International, NJ (EWR).
However, the nearest Airport to Cape Liberty Cruise Terminal is Newark Liberty International. This should be your family's first choice.
The Cape Liberty Cruise Port address is: 14 Port Terminal Boulevard, Bayonne, NJ 07002-5038.
Getting to Cape Liberty from Newark Airport
The fastest way to get to the Cape Liberty Port from Newark Liberty is by taxi or shared-shuttle service. At the time of writing this, taxi service is going at $35 one way, while shared-shuttle is costing about $30 per person.
Taxi service is your best choice. Note that you will pay more if traveling from LGA or JFK. Please check all costs before leaving home.
Alternatively, choose to use Uber or Lyft.
Traveler's Tip:
Ignore offers of transportation from solicitors in the terminal. Go to ground transportation information counters, bus stops and taxi dispatchers for safe and legitimate transportation. Ignore non-uniformed people offering to assist with baggage. Seek out uniformed porters or airline employees for baggage assistance.
Getting to Cape Liberty by Public Transportation
By Train
Take the PATH train from Manhattan to Jersey City or Hoboken. Outside the PATH Station, take the NJ Hudson-Bergen Light Rail train to Bayonne. Get off at the 34th Street Station in Bayonne.
You are now directly across Route 440 from The Peninsula at Bayonne Harbor, which includes the Cape Liberty Cruise Port. Call one of the three Bayonne cab companies to drive you to the cruise port, which is about two miles east of the Light Rail line.
By Bus
From the Port Authority Bus Terminal, take the 99S bus to Bayonne. The 99S bus travels along Kennedy Boulevard into Bayonne and stops on request every three blocks.
When you reach 33rd Street and Kennedy Boulevard in Bayonne, you will be at the closest point on the bus route to the cruise port. Call one of the three Bayonne cab companies to drive you to the cruise port, which is about three miles east of Kennedy Boulevard.
Alternatively, choose to use Uber or Lyft.
The nearest airport to the Baltimore Cruise Terminal is the Baltimore Washington International Airport - BWI. This airport is located only 11 miles from the cruise terminal and this makes for quick and easy access to your cruise ship.
The Baltimore Cruise Terminal Address is: 2001 E McComas Street, Baltimore, Maryland.
How to Get from the Baltimore Washington Airport to Baltimore Cruise Terminal
The fastest and cheapest way to get from BWI to the Baltimore Cruise Terminal is by taxi. If your family numbers three or four people with probably one piece of luggage each, then this is the way to go. Follow the signs for "Ground Transportation" after you clear Baggage Claim at the airport.
If your family numbers more than four and has several pieces of luggage, you should choose the airport shuttle service.
Alternatively, consider using Uber or Lyft.
The nearest airport to the Norfolk Cruise Terminal is the Norfolk International Airport (ORF).
The Norfolk Cruise Port Address is: 1 Waterside Drive, Norfolk, VA.
How to Get from the Norfolk International Airport to the Norfolk Cruise Terminal
The Norfolk Airport is about 10 miles from the cruise terminal and the ride should take about 20 minutes – without traffic.
The most economical way for your family to get from the Norfolk Airport to the cruise port is by taxi. At the time of writing this page, taxi fares were costing about $18 - $25.
For additional information on ground transportation from the Norfolk International Airport, visit their website.
You may also consider using a shuttle service. Call ahead and check prices. Reservations are not required. Call Airport Connection toll-free at 866-823-4626.
The nearest airport to the Charleston Cruise Terminal is Charleston International Airport (CHS), which is only 13 miles from the cruise port.
The Charleston Cruise Terminal address is: 196 Concord Street, Charleston, SC 29401.
How to Get from Charleston International Airport to Charleston Cruise Terminal
Travel Time from the Charleston International Airport to the cruise terminal is about 20 minutes. Your family may elect to use the airport shuttle service which will cost about $12/ person) or taxi service. For taxi service from CHS, the fare is about $27 for the first 2 people. Each additional person pays $12 each.
Follow the signs for "Ground Transportation" when you leave Baggage Claim.
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The nearest airport to the Jacksonville Port (JAXPORT) is the Jacksonville International Airport (JAX), which is only nine miles from the cruise terminal.
The Jacksonville Cruise Terminal Address is: 9810 August Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32226.
How to Get from the Jacksonville Airport to the Jacksonville Cruise Terminal
The easiest and fastest way to get to the Jacksonville Cruise Terminal from the airport is by taxi.
Gator City Taxi is the official taxi company serving Jacksonville International Airport. Service is available at the entrance to JIA, or call Gator City Taxi at (904) 741-0008 or (904) 355-8294.
You may consider using a shuttle service if your family’s size and luggage warrant it. Two shuttle services to consider are below:
1. American Airport Shuttle______(904) 229-0900 or their website; and,
2. Bon Voyage Car Service and Shuttle______(904) 233-4547 or their website.
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The nearest airport to Port Canaveral Cruise Terminals is the Melbourne International Airport (MLB), located 26 miles away. However, most people sailing to the Caribbean from Port Canaveral fly into Orlando International Airport (MCO) – 42 miles away.
Orlando offers more direct and nonstop domestic and international flights.
Port Canaveral Cruise Terminal Address: Terminal #2 - 180 Christopher Columbus Drive, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920.
How to Get from Orlando International Airport to Port Canaveral
Most cruise lines offer airport to cruise terminal transfers, so check with your respective cruise line first.
Alternately, you may choose taxi or shuttle service to get to Port Canaveral. Expect to pay a hefty price due to the distance.
For taxi or shuttle service, you may visit the Airport’s local transportation page.
How to Get from Melbourne International Airport to Port Canaveral
You may choose the Melbourne Airport Express. See telephone numbers below:
Local: 321-724-1600
Toll Free: 800-826-4544
Or, you may use a taxi service. Three services are listed below:
A & M Taxi - 321-614-4043,
A Central Florida Taxi - 321-508-0530, or,
All Around Taxi: 321-960-1944.
The nearest airport to Port Everglades (Ft. Lauderdale) is the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL), which is less than 15 minutes from the cruise terminal.
Port Everglades Cruise Port Address is: 1850 Eller Drive, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316.
How to Get from the Fort Lauderdale Airport to the Ft. Lauderdale Cruise Port
The fact that Port Everglades is just five miles from the Ft. Lauderdale Airport makes it easier to find reasonably priced transportation to the cruise terminal. Cruise passengers can choose to use public transportation, taxi service or shuttle service.
One viable option for getting around is the Fort Lauderdale Shuttle. They offer 1-way service from the Fort Lauderdale Airport or surrounding hotels to Port Everglades Cruise Terminals.
Your family should expect to pay:
$22.00 for 2 people; $25.00 for 3 people; or $32.00 for 4 people.
Roundtrips are also available. You may reach Fort Lauderdale Shuttle at 954-525-7796 or 1-866-FUN-RIDE.
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The nearest airport to the Miami Cruise Terminal is the Miami International Airport, which is about eight miles away.
Miami Cruise Terminal Address is: 1015 N America Way, Miami, FL 33132.
How to Get from the Miami International Airport to Port Miami
There are two major options to choose from to get to the cruise terminal and each is quite economical.
1. Taxi Service to the Port of Miami:
It will cost about $35 per trip (1 - 5 passengers) to get to the port. This may be the cheapest way to get to your cruise terminal from the Miami International Airport.
2. Shuttle Service:
Shuttle service (generally carrying several passengers) will cost about $14 per person.
For the family, it is better to ride your own taxi and pay the flat fee of about $35. (Price is subject to change.)
For additional information, you may visit the Miami International Airport's website.
The Tampa Cruise Terminal's nearest airport is the Tampa International Airport (TPA) - only 20 minutes or 9.5 miles from the port.
Tampa Cruise Port Address is: 651 Channelside Drive, Pier #2, Tampa, FL 33602.
How to Get to Tampa Cruise Port from the Tampa Airport
There are two reasonably priced ways to get to the Tampa Cruise Port:
1. Shared Shuttle Service - Super Shuttle - (800) 282-6817 or (727) 572-1111 - Call for pricing!
2. Taxi Service - Taxi-cab service is provided from the Commercial Ground Transportation Quadrants located in all four corners of the Baggage Claim Level.
The airport is served by Yellow Cab and United Cab. Both companies charge the same fares: $2 plus $2.25 per mile. The minimum fee from the airport is $15. Once the meter exceeds the $15, the minimum no longer applies. There is a maximum flat rate fee of $25 to Downtown Tampa and the cruise port.
Your best bet is to use the taxi service as your family will save by paying the flat rate fee to the Tampa Cruise Port.
New Orleans Cruise Port Address: 1350 Port of New Orleans Place, New Orleans, LA 70123.
The New Orleans Cruise Terminal's nearest airport is the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), which is about 17 miles or 45 minutes from the cruise terminal.
New Orleans Cruise Port Address is: 1350 Port of New Orleans Place, New Orleans, LA 70123.
How to Get from the New Orleans Airport to the New Orleans Cruise Terminal
Cruise guests have three options to get from the New Orleans Airport to the cruise terminals:
1. Taxi service with rates starting at $28 for the first two persons, $12 per person for three or more, plus a $1 fuel surcharge per trip (not passenger);
2. Airport Shuttle service with rates starting at $15 per person one way. Their phone number is (504) 522-3500. You may also book at Kiosks in the baggage area of the airport; and,
3. Airport Limousines with rates starting at $58 for one or two passengers. Their phone number is (504) 305-2450. You may also book at Kiosks in the baggage area of the airport.
Galveston Cruise Terminal's nearest airport is the William P. Hobby International Airport (HOU - Houston Hobby Airport), which is about 42 miles from the Port of Galveston.
Galveston Cruise Port Address is: 123 25th Street, Galveston, TX 77550.
How to Get from Houston Hobby International Airport to the Galveston Cruise Port
The quickest and most economical means of transportation from Houston Hobby International Airport to the Galveston Cruise Port is by taxi. Taxis can be found outside "Baggage Claim" at the airport.
Note that you can also find private shuttle service to the cruise terminal. You may also book airport to cruise port transfers with your cruise line.
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Notes:
1. Rideshare is a better option for transportation from an airport to the cruise in many instances. The cost will depend on the number of guests in your party.
2. All rates listed above are subject to change.
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