Homeport guide
Homeport: where cruises start and end. Plan parking, arrival and a pre-cruise hotel night.
Parking: Port garages and lots are up to $25/day (Port Everglades, 2026 tariff).
Getting there: Fort Lauderdale airport (FLL) is about 10 minutes away. Miami (MIA) is about 45 minutes.
Hotels nearby: Hotels near the airport/17th Street and Las Olas are closest; many offer cruise shuttles.
Rates are as published by the sources below and change often.
Where ships dock
- Port Everglades cruise terminals (numbered 2–29)
Getting to town
Fort Lauderdale airport (FLL) is about 10 minutes away. Miami (MIA) is about 45 minutes.
Port garages and lots are up to $25/day (Port Everglades, 2026 tariff).
Fares are as reported by the sources below and change often. Treat them as estimates.
Money & entry
Currency: U.S. dollar.
Top sights nearby
- Las Olas Boulevard
- Fort Lauderdale Beach
Safety & tips
- Use the port's garage assigned to your terminal.
- Fly into FLL if possible.
- Allow time for port security entry.
Check U.S. State Department travel advisories before you sail.
⏰ Back to the ship on time
Arrive in your assigned check-in window; boarding usually closes 60–90 minutes before departure (check your line).
Ship time can differ from local time. Your ship won't wait for independent travelers.