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Carnival PortMiami Transfers
We drive Carnival passengers from Miami Airport, Fort Lauderdale Airport and Miami hotels straight to the Carnival terminal at PortMiami, and back after the cruise. From MIA it is 15–30 minutes and $166 for a sedan, all-inclusive.
Carnival at PortMiami at a glance
Which terminal Carnival uses
Carnival Cruise Line runs more Miami sailings than almost any other line, using Terminal F as its main terminal and Terminals D and E for other ships.
Terminal assignments change by ship and date — always check the terminal on your boarding pass or in the cruise line's app, and give us the letter when you book.
Transfer prices to Carnival at PortMiami
| Vehicle | From MIA | From FLL | From Downtown / Brickell / Miami Beach hotels |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Sedan (2) | $166 | $203 | $113 |
| Chevy Suburban (4) | $245 | $248 | $148 |
| Private Large Van (6) | $216 | $221 | $133 |
| XXL Van (10) | $276 | $282 | $182 |
| 17-Passenger Sprinter | $409 | $447 | Quote |
| Motor Coach (56) | $1,404 | $1,450 | Quote |
Total per private vehicle, one-way, including gratuity, fees, tolls and surcharges. Same price in the other direction. Full tables on each route page.
Check-in times and what to have ready
Carnival asks you to pick an arrival appointment during online check-in in the Carnival HUB app, and to print luggage tags at home. Guests who bought Faster to the Fun get priority check-in; everyone else should arrive at their appointment time.
With several Carnival ships often turning around on the same weekend morning, the D/E/F stretch of Dodge Island is among the busiest on the port. Telling us your exact terminal letter matters here: D, E and F have separate drop-off lanes.
Drive times to Terminal F, Terminal D, Terminal E
| From | Distance | Typical drive | Sedan price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Airport (MIA) | ~8–9 mi | 15–30 min | $166 |
| Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) | ~28 mi | 40–60 min | $203 |
| South Beach / Miami Beach | ~5–12 mi | 15–40 min | $113 |
| Downtown / Brickell | ~1–4 mi | 8–20 min | $113 |
| Palm Beach Airport (PBI) | ~75 mi | 75–110 min | Quote |
Debarkation day with Carnival
Carnival offers self-assist debarkation for guests carrying their own luggage; otherwise you get a debarkation time based on your luggage tags. Domestic flights after about noon are comfortable.
We collect you at the terminal and drive you to MIA, FLL or your hotel at the same flat prices.
Sailing with a group?
Group cruises — weddings, reunions, clubs — are where one large vehicle pays off. Prices from MIA:
| Party size | Vehicle | Luggage it carries | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 people | Private Large Van | 6 large + 3 carry-on | $216 total · $36.00 per person |
| 10 people | Private XXL Van | 8 large + 4 carry-on | $276 total · $27.60 per person |
| 14 people | Limo Sprinter | 14 large + 6 carry-on | $386 total · $27.57 per person |
| 19 people | 19-Passenger Sprinter | 20 large + 20 carry-on | $562 total · $29.58 per person |
| 28 people | Deluxe Minibus (28) | 27 large + 20 carry-on | $653 total · $23.32 per person |
| 37 people | Deluxe Minibus (37) | 37 large + 20 carry-on | $870 total · $23.51 per person |
| 56 people | Motor Coach | 50 large + 25 carry-on | $1,404 total · $25.07 per person |
Planning more than one vehicle or several flights? See group transportation planning.
Frequently asked questions
What terminal does Carnival use in Miami?
Mostly Terminal F, with Terminals D and E for other Carnival ships. Check the Carnival HUB app for your sailing.
How early should I get to the port for a Carnival cruise?
At your arrival appointment time, chosen during online check-in. Faster to the Fun guests can arrive earlier.
How much is a transfer from Miami Airport to the Carnival terminal?
$166 for an executive sedan, $245 for a Chevy Suburban, $276 for an XXL Van (10) — per vehicle, all-inclusive.
Do you wait if our Carnival ship is late on debarkation day?
Yes, at no extra charge. Text your chauffeur when you have cleared customs.
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One vehicle. One party. One flat price.
Private PortMiami transfers since 2004 — flight tracked, gratuity included, every terminal. Reserve in about two minutes.