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PortMiami to MIA Transfer (Debarkation Day)
A private transfer from PortMiami to Miami International Airport costs a flat $166 for an executive sedan and takes 15–30 minutes. The rate is identical in either direction — port to airport or airport to port — and includes the 15% gratuity, tolls and taxes. On debarkation morning your vehicle is already at the terminal when you clear customs, so there is no app, no queue and no surge.
Flat rates for every vehicle
| Vehicle | Capacity & luggage | Flat rate |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Sedan | Up to 2 passengers · 2 large + 2 small bags | $166 |
| Private Van (10) | Up to 10 passengers · 8 large + 8 small bags | $216 |
| Chevy Suburban | Up to 6 passengers · 4 large + 2 small bags | $245 |
| Cadillac Escalade | Up to 6 passengers · 4 large + 2 small bags | $265 |
| Private XXL Van (14) | Up to 14 passengers · 12 large + 6 small bags | $276 |
| Mercedes Sprinter (14) | Up to 14 passengers · 12 large + 6 small bags | $298 |
| Mercedes Sprinter Limo | Up to 12 passengers | $386 |
| 17-Passenger Sprinter | Up to 17 passengers | $434 |
| 19-Passenger Sprinter | Up to 19 passengers · with luggage trailer | $505 |
| XXL Deluxe Bus | Up to 33 passengers · 24 large + 12 small bags | $844 |
| Motor Coach | Up to 55 passengers · 40 large + 30 small bags | $1,378 |
Add-ons and extra fees
- Child car seat: $25 per seat.
- Meet & Greet (chauffeur waits inside with a name sign and helps with bags): $40, sedan and SUV only.
- Late-night airport pickup, payable in cash to the driver: $40 (10:30–11:59 PM), $60 (12:00–12:59 AM), $90 (1:00–1:59 AM), $120 (2:00–4:59 AM).
- Flight delays: no charge. We track your flight and adjust pickup automatically.
How debarkation-day pickup works
Debarkation is the moment rideshare works worst: several thousand passengers walk out of the same building inside a 90-minute window, all requesting cars at once.
- Tell us your ship and terminal when booking; we know the typical clearance windows by line.
- Your vehicle is staged in the terminal's permitted pickup zone before you walk out.
- Luggage help from the curb into the vehicle is standard, not an upsell.
- Ships usually clear between 7:00 and 10:00 AM; self-assist debarkation exits earliest, checked-luggage passengers later.
Which flight should you book?
Cruise lines and airlines both advise against tight same-day connections, and debarkation is the one part of the trip you cannot speed up.
- Domestic flights from MIA: book no earlier than 12:00 PM.
- International flights: book no earlier than 1:00 PM.
- Flying from FLL instead? Add an hour of drive time and push the flight later still.
- Long layover? Book a multi-leg itinerary — port to a beach or hotel stop, then on to the airport later in the day.
PortMiami terminals we serve
| PortMiami terminal | Cruise line |
|---|---|
| Terminal AA | Royal Caribbean |
| Terminal A | Royal Caribbean / MSC |
| Terminal B | Royal Caribbean |
| Terminal C | Norwegian |
| Terminal D | MSC Cruises |
| Terminal E | Celebrity |
| Terminal F | Carnival |
| Terminal G | Carnival |
| Terminal J | Virgin Voyages |
| Terminal V | Virgin Voyages |
Terminal assignments change by cruise line and sailing date — always confirm on your cruise documents. We drop at every terminal.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a transfer from PortMiami to Miami airport?
A flat $166 for an executive sedan, $245 for a Chevy Suburban (up to 6), $298 for a 14-passenger Sprinter and $1,378 for a 55-passenger motor coach — the same rate as the airport-to-port direction.
What time should my flight be on debarkation day?
No earlier than 12:00 PM for a domestic flight out of MIA and 1:00 PM for an international flight. Ships typically clear between 7:00 and 10:00 AM.
Where does the driver wait at the cruise terminal?
In the terminal's permitted pickup zone. You receive your chauffeur's name, vehicle and mobile number, and the vehicle is staged before you exit.
Can you take us somewhere else before the airport?
Yes. Book a multi-leg itinerary — for example the port to South Beach for the day, then on to MIA in the afternoon.
Do you serve debarkation at Port Everglades too?
Yes. Port Everglades to MIA is $216 for a sedan and Port Everglades to FLL is $134.
Cancellation policy
- Sedans, SUVs and vans: more than 7 days before travel, 25% cancellation fee; within 7 days, no refund.
- Mini-coaches, deluxe coach buses and hourly charters: more than 30 days before travel, 25% fee; within 30 days, no refund.
- Cancel by emailing info@portmiamitransfers.com with your name, reservation number and travel date.
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