Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Port Everglades
Getting from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Port Everglades — 15-20 min, 2 miles
Transfer Options
Hotel Shuttle Services
Many hotels near the port offer cruise shuttle packages. Quality and timing vary — some are one-way only with fixed departure times.
Always confirm shuttle times before booking — some only run once in the morning. The Rodeway Inn & Suites publishes the clearest terms nearby: a complimentary shuttle to the terminal and back to your car, with up to 10 days of parking included and additional days at $10 each. Price any package against the port's own $20 daily maximum plus the room you would have booked anyway.
Uber/Lyft from Anywhere
Rideshare is readily available throughout Fort Lauderdale. The port has designated pickup/drop-off areas at each terminal.
On busy embarkation days (weekends especially), prices can surge in the morning. Check prices early. The port drop-off areas are well-organized — drivers know where to go. Request to be dropped at your specific terminal.
Taxi
Traditional taxis are available at FLL airport and can be hailed at hotels. Flat rates from the airport are common.
Taxis can be a good deal when Uber is surging. Flat rates mean no surprises. Ask the driver to confirm the rate before getting in. Taxi stands at FLL are in the lower level of each terminal.
From Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL)
FLL sits about 2 miles from Port Everglades — the closest major airport to any cruise port in the US. It's the only port in the nation located adjacent to an airport. The drive itself is 15-20 min, though traffic lights on the access roads make it feel longer than the distance suggests.
Allow 45 minutes from landing to account for luggage claim and cruise terminal processing on top of the short ride. Uber is usually the best deal for couples; shared shuttles are better for solo travelers.
Driving & Parking at the Port
Port Everglades has two main parking garages: Heron (1,818 spaces, Cruise Terminals 2 and 4) and Palm (1,966 spaces, Cruise Terminals 19, 21, 25, 26 and 29), plus surface Lots A, B and C. Follow the color-coded signs from any port entrance.
Navigate by the terminal number on your cruise documents rather than by your cruise line. Heron connects to Terminal 2 by an air-conditioned bridge with moving sidewalks from its fifth floor; Palm covers Terminals 19 to 29, with a free shuttle for the gap to Terminal 29. Terminal 18 has no garage of its own, so use Lot C beside it or Lot B between 18 and 19. Both garages have a seven-foot clearance — measure to the top of your roof box, not the roofline. Cash, credit and debit are all accepted, on contactless machines on the first floor of the garages.
Cost Comparison
| Option | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Shuttle Services | CostBundled into the package rate, which the hotels quote at booking rather than publish. | Best ForCruisers who want to bundle hotel + parking + transport |
| Uber/Lyft from Anywhere | CostFrom FLL: $15-22. From downtown: $10-15. From beach hotels: $8-12. From Miami area: $40-60. | Best ForFlexibility and door-to-door service |
| Taxi | CostFLL to port: ~$18-21 flat rate. Downtown to port: ~$15-20. | Best ForCruisers who prefer fixed pricing over surge-based rideshare |
| From Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) | CostUber/Lyft: $15-22 depending on terminal. Taxi: ~$18-21 flat rate. Shared shuttle: $11-19 per person. | Best ForMost cruisers flying in |
| Driving & Parking at the Port | CostPort parking: $20/day maximum for cars, $25/day for oversized vehicles up to 24 feet. No reservations or pre-payment accepted. | Best ForCruisers driving from Florida or nearby states |
Local Tip
FLL's rideshare pickup is curbside outside your specific terminal — check the app for your concourse rather than heading to a central spot. Scheduled hotel and shuttle pickups run a fixed morning schedule, not on demand, so confirm the exact time and the last run when you book. If you're arriving internationally, budget 60-90 minutes for immigration and customs even though the ride itself is barely 2 miles. If you are flying in from outside the US, sort your entry authorization before you book: most visa-waiver travelers need an approved ESTA, it is not issued at the airport, and without one the airline will not board you. Apply through the official CBP site at esta.cbp.dhs.gov — never a paid intermediary.
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