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Port Canaveral Cruise Terminal Information

Last updated on June 12th, 2023 at 03:07 pm

Modern, efficient, and bustling, Port Canaveral offers seamless embarkation. Enjoy stunning views, streamlined check-in, and attentive staff. With its prime location and top-notch facilities, the terminal sets the stage for an unforgettable cruise adventure.

Port Canaveral is located at 1492 Charles M. Rowland Dr, Cape Canaveral, FL 32920 .

The Orlando International Airport is located approximately 45 miles to the west of the port and is serviced by most domestic and many international airlines. Port Canaveral is located near the center of the east coast of Florida. With seven cruise terminals, it is well equipped to handle the millions of passengers that pass through its gates every year. Each terminal has it’s own parking lot for easy access to the ship and signs will direct which ships are docked at which terminal.

Port Canaveral – Cruise Terminal Locations 

The following terminals are on the A side – North Side of the port.  When coming in A1A from Orlando, take exit 54A:

• Cruise Terminal #5 – 9245 Charles Rowland Drive
• Cruise Terminal #6 – 9241 Charles Rowland Drive
• Cruise Terminal #8 – 9155 Charles Rowland Drive ( Disney Cruises Terminal )
• Cruise Terminal #10 – 9005 Charles Rowland Drive

The following terminals are on the B side – South side of the port. When coming in A1A from Orlando, take exit 54 B.

• Cruise Terminal #1 – 9050 Discovery Road
• Cruise Terminal #3 – 220 Christopher Columbus Drive ( Carnival Cruises Terminal )

Disney Cruises Terminal Port Canaveral

Terminal 8 is Disney Cruises Terminal in Port Canaveral. During the cruise hiatus in 2020, some updates were made to the terminal to enhance customer convenience. 

Take a look at this video to see a tour of the terminal:

Carnival Cruise Terminal Port Canaveral

Terminal 3 was built specifically for the 2021 arrival of Carnival’s newest and largest ship, the Mardi Gras. 

Check out this video tour of T3!

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Port Canaveral Embarkation Tips :

– boarding can start as early as 11:00am, but lines can be long. It is recommended to arrive no earlier than a half hour before the departure time given you by your cruise line. – have your cruise tickets and ID out to show at the port gate

Cruises From Port Canaveral

The following cruise lines  call Port Canaveral their homeport:

Carnival Cruise  

Disney Cruise  

Royal Caribbean

Norwegian Cruise Lines

Weather in Port Canaveral

In Florida, summer typically begins in early May and lasts until September. During these months, temperatures can reach as high as 32°C (90°F), and there is a good chance of thunderstorms occurring. The weather is much cooler during January to March, but the temperatures never get really chilly, compared to winters in the more northern states.

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Port Canaveral, FL is about an hour's drive east of Orlando, two hours from Tampa and two and a half hours from Jacksonville. Tallahassee is just under five hours to the north. Port Canaveral is the closest city to Disney World and the other theme parks in Orlando, and is next to Cape Canaveral Kennedy Space Center. A wide variety of activities are available near the port, including several miles of beaches and parks, boating, fishing, shopping and several restaurants.

Carnival uses cruise terminals 3 and 6. Royal Caribbean uses cruise terminals 1, 5 and 6. Disney uses cruise terminal 8. Norwegian uses cruise terminals 5 and 10. MSC uses cruise terminal 10.

Port Canaveral Cruise Terminal 1 9050 Discovery Road Port Canaveral, FL 32920 Port Canaveral Cruise Terminal 3 220 Christopher Columbus Dr. Port Canaveral, FL 32920

Port Canaveral Cruise Terminal 5 9245 Charles Rowland Drive Port Canaveral, FL 32920

Port Canaveral Cruise Terminal 6 9241 Charles Rowland Drive Port Canaveral, FL 32920

Port Canaveral Cruise Terminal 8 9155 Charles Rowland Drive Port Canaveral, FL 32920

Port Canaveral Cruise Terminal 10 9005 Charles Rowland Drive Port Canaveral, FL 32920

Port Canaveral is 45 miles from Orlando International Airport. Parking is $17.00 per day (rates are subject to change by the Port Authority).

From North/South - Take I-95 to Exit 205 East to Hwy 528 East. Drive 11.5 miles on Hwy 528 East and exit to the "A" cruise terminals onto SR 401 North. Drive 1 mile on SR 401 North and follow signs to correct cruise terminal and pier (according to cruise line).

From Orlando International Airport - Take the North Exit from the Airport, staying to the right, to S.R. 528 (Beachline Expressway) East. Take S.R. 528 directly to Port Canaveral.

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Port Canaveral Cruise Ship Terminal Directions and Parking

Port Canaveral Port Canaveral, Florida 32920

Cruise Terminal assignment is posted at the entrance to the port:

• A-Side North Cruise Terminals (Exit 54A) | Cruise Terminal #6: 9241 Charles Rowland Drive
• B-Side South Cruise Terminals (Exit 54B) | Cruise Terminal #3: 220 Christopher Columbus Drive

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Parking Information Rates are subject to change. 

$17 USD per day, plus tax  ( including day of arrival and day of departure )

• Gated, secure outdoor parking lots and parking garages, patrolled 24 hours a day.
• No reservations are needed. 
• Full payment is due upon exiting the parking facility.
• Cash is not accepted.
• Visa, MasterCard, the Discover Card and American Express credit cards. 
• EPASS and SunPass accepted only  at the Cruise Terminal 3 parking garage.
• Oversized parking for RV's and buses is available at each Cruise Terminal. 
• Disabled Parking spaces are available. See website for restrictions. 
• For additional information, contact the Canaveral Port Authority at 321 783-7831. 

Arrival Tips

• For passenger safety, security and convenience please proceed directly to the cruise terminal to drop off passengers and baggage.
• Porters will assist with your baggage and parking personnel will direct drivers to the appropriate parking facility.
• Passenger and luggage drop off is available in front of the terminal or in the parking facility.

Departure Tips Passengers have the option to retrieve their vehicles and pick up their companions and luggage in front of the terminal entrance or they can walk with their luggage to their vehicle and depart when ready.  

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Carnival Freedom has a message for you, and its "feel free to have fun!" Explore the ship and you'll find food options galore, starting with two dining rooms, but definitely extending outdoors — there's mouth-watering Guy Fieri burgers at Guy's Burger Joint ™ , plus the greatest tacos and burritos this side of the pier at BlueIguana Cantina ™ . For delicious, but quick and easy, selections from the sea, get your chopsticks around all the good stuff at Bonsai Sushi Express ™ . For every great food spot, there's a great place to enjoy drinks, too, from the toe-tapping Scott's Piano Bar to the always-hoppin' 70's Nightclub. For the thirsty, libation hotspots include Alchemy Bar ® and the place we all gather to raise very important toasts: Heroes Tribute ™ Bar & Lounge. Everybody's favorite outdoor seaside bar is here... whether yours is the RedFrog Rum Bar ® or BlueIguana Tequila Bar ™ . (Or hey, make it both!) The rum bar's older brother, RedFrog Pub ® , features drinks, live music and traditional pub games. Topping off adult-time is Serenity — adult-only, of course — the retreat where total relaxation is not only encouraged, but pretty much required. If you're a kid, Carnival Freedom means you're in for a treat. Not only will you find new friends at one of three youth spaces — like Camp Ocean ® — but you can splash around with them in one of our many pools, speed down a waterslide at Carnival WaterWorks ™ , or once you dry off, challenge them to a round of mini-golf. Oh, and adults — don't get jealous; your inner kid gets to do all this stuff too! Up on stage is Playlist Productions ™ , featuring songs you know... and dance moves you'll soon be using. And for the cherry on top... it's actually called Cherry On Top ™ . It's the spot for something special, whether that something's a little something sweet — or simply a little something to sweeten a special occasion.

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The annual fireworks event is organized by the Cove Merchants Association who put out this statement: From: Fish Lips -Cove Merchants Association To our valued guests, We are deeply saddened and disappointed to tell you that due to unforeseen circumstances affecting technical difficulties in executing our fireworks display, we are canceling the show tonight. This is a 15 year event that is close to our hearts and something we love doing for our community, but it is out of our control, and we have exhausted every effort to no avail. Thank you for your understanding.

The Cruise Hive Cruise Ship Awards are an annual event recognizing the best in the industry, as voted on by Cruise Hive readers. One of the most closely contested categories is Best Homeport, which recognizes the top ports that serve as the starting point for cruise vacations.  “We’re thrilled to have earned this valued distinction three years in a row,” stated Capt. John Murray, Port Canaveral CEO. “What an honor for us and our cruise partners to be so well recognized for providing a high quality guest experience. It’s tremendous gratitude of our efforts from the millions of cruise guests sailing from Port Canaveral year after year.”

Port Canaveral, FL – October 21, 2022 – Port Canaveral has signed an agreement with the Liebherr Group to acquire another mobile harbor crane from the company to support the Port’s growing cargo operations.  The 320-foot-tall Liebherr LMH 600 is the second mobile harbor crane to be deployed at Port Canaveral and is part of a new mobile harbor crane product line recently launched by Liebherr. The Port’s first, a Liebherr LHM 600, was entered into service in early 2019.

On May 12, the Coalition for America’s Gateways and Trade Corridors (CAGTC) membership elected three officers and six directors to its Board as the group gathered in Washington to engage in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law implementation process. Paul Anderson, President & CEO of Port Tampa Bay, is now CAGTC’s fifth Chairman, while former CAGTC Treasurer Rick Cameron, Deputy Executive Director of Planning and Development, Port of Long Beach was elected Vice Chairman and Erin Aleman, Executive Director, Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning, was elected Treasurer. Each officer will serve a three-year term. Capt John Murray, Chief Executive Officer and Port Director, Canaveral Port Authority was re-elected to serve another three-year term on the Board of Directors.

Port Canaveral has worked with the State of Florida to establish an on-site COVID-19 vaccination center at the Port.

The Canaveral Port Authority (CPA) and the Central Florida Expressway Authority (CFX) have executed an “Interlocal Agreement for Electronic Parking Fee Collection” to implement the E-PASS automated system at the Port that will enable customers to use contactless payment for parking at Port Canaveral-owned parking facilities with an  E-PASS prepaid account. The CPA Board of Commissioners voted to unanimously approve the agreement at its October 28, 2020 regular meeting followed by the unanimous approval by the CFX Board at its November 12, 2020 meeting.

Port Canaveral boat ramps are open and parking is available on a  first-come, first-served  basis. All users are reminded to follow the recommendations of the CDC and FL Dept. of Health for social distancing, and the Governor’s Executive Order limiting gatherings of 10 or more people to limit potential spread and exposure to COVID-19 virus.

Port Canaveral, FL – The largest sand bypass project in the Port Canaveral area in more than two decades will get underway this week.  The five-month effort will move approximately 1.34 million cubic yards of sand to replenish 3.5 miles of beach south of Port Canaveral. The Canaveral Harbor Federal Sand Bypass Project (Phase V) will pump sand taken from the shoreline north of Port Canaveral along Cape Canaveral Air Force Station to beaches south of the Canaveral Inlet, from Jetty Park to a half-mile south of the Cocoa Beach Pier. Locally sponsored by the Canaveral Port Authority, the $18 million federally-authorized project is scheduled to begin this week and last through late April 2019.   

Port Canaveral – Port Canaveral is reconfiguring its public boat trailer parking near the Freddie Patrick Park Boat Ramp to accommodate construction of a state-of-the art Cruise Terminal 3. Access to the public boat ramps remains unchanged, as well as the trailer washdown facilities. The boat ramp will remain open during all phases of construction with no reduction in boat-trailer parking spaces.

Port Canaveral - August 30, 2018 – Norwegian Sun will complete her first season of cruises to Cuba from Port Canaveral, Florida with her last sailing on September 3, 2018 before she moves to Miami, Florida for select sailings then repositioning to South America for her fall/winter season.

Port Canaveral, FL –  Moody’s Investors Service has rated Canaveral Port Authority ‘A2 Stable’ in its annual Credit Opinion.  The Moody’s bond rating opinion released late last week acknowledges the Port’s healthy financial metrics, established competitive position as a cruise port, and revenue diversity from cargo operations.

Port Canaveral, FL – Canaveral Port Authority employees gathered on the front lawn of the Port’s Maritime Center to raise a commemorative flag in what will be the first of a series of events acknowledging sixty-five years of Port Canaveral history, growth and success.  

Port Canaveral, FL – Royal Caribbean International’s (RCI) Enchantment of the Seas was welcomed back to Port Canaveral today launching a new season of three and four-night cruises to the Bahamas from the Port. Port Canaveral was the homeport for the 2,950 passenger Enchantment until 2016.  All Enchantment sailings from Port Canaveral feature a port-of-call at CocoCay, Royal Caribbean’s private island. 

Port Canaveral, FL – The Canaveral Harbor and Canaveral Sand Bypass projects will receive priority funding in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Fiscal Year 2018 Workplan. The Corps has allocated $14,760,000 to the Canaveral Harbor Sand Bypass project and $1,470,000 will be provided for maintenance of the Port’s harbor and the Canaveral Locks. 

As Port Canaveral continues to prepare for Hurricane Matthew, we ask that Port tenants and businesses take all necessary precautions to protect life, property and the environment. 

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Navigating The Port Canaveral Cruise Ship Terminals

• May 7, 2024

A Guide to Port Canaveral’s Cruise Terminals

Port Canaveral is the second-busiest cruise port in the world and serves as a popular homeport for world-class cruise ships. The port is also famous for its waterfront dining, rocket launches, and other attractions unique to Florida’s Space Coast. Whether you are embarking on a cruise or just paying the port a visit, here is everything you need to know about navigating the Port Canaveral cruise terminals.

Editor’s Note: This post has been updated to include the latest information.

Port Canaveral is divided into two sections by the shipping channel. Terminal A is located at the northern end of the channel and is home to Cruise Terminals 5, 6, 8, and 10. These terminals are easily accessed after turning off FL-528 E toward Port Canaveral/North Cargo Piers.

Cruise Terminal 5

Cruise Terminal #5 – 9245 Charles Rowland Drive

Cruise Terminal 5 is home to Royal Caribbean’s Mariner of the Seas and Adventure of the Seas .

Cruise Terminal 6

Cruise Terminal #6 – 9241 Charles Rowland Drive

The Carnival Freedom and Carnival Vista sail out of Cruise Terminal 6.

Cruise Terminal 8

Cruise Terminal #8 – 9155 Charles Rowland Drive

With the theme parks close by, it comes as no surprise that three Disney ships call Port Canaveral home. The Fantasy and Wish currently dock at Terminal 8, and will be joined by the new Disney Treasure in December 2024.

Cruise Terminal 10

Cruise Terminal #10 – 9005 Charles Rowland Drive

The Norwegian Escape and Norwegian Jade are currently sailing from Cruise Terminal 10.

Since November 2023, Terminal 10 has also been home to the MSC Seashore .

The majority of Port Canaveral’s dining and entertainment is located on the south side of the channel with Cruise Terminals 1, 2, and 3. These terminals are easily accessed by following FL-528 E and taking the George King Blvd exit.

Cruise Terminal 1

Cruise Terminal #1 – 9050 Discovery Road

Cruise Terminal 1 was made to handle some of Royal Caribbean’s biggest cruise ships. Allure of the Seas and Wonder of the Seas currently sail out of Terminal 1. One of Royal Caribbean’s newest ships, Utopia of the Seas , will also sail from this terminal starting in July 2024.

Cruise Terminal 3

Cruise Terminal #3 – 220 Christopher Columbus Drive

One of the port’s most impressive additions, the newly-constructed Cruise Terminal 3, was built specifically for the Carnival Mardi Gras . The Carnival Liberty and Glory also sail out of this terminal.

Dining & Entertainment

Cruise Terminal B is home to The Cove as well as Port Canaveral’s restaurant and retail area. Eateries such as Rusty’s Seafood and Oyster Ba r , Seafood Atlantic, and Grills Seafood Deck and Tiki Bar offer classic seaside meals, drinks, and live music. The Cove offers both indoor and outdoor seating with waterfront views of the Port Canaveral cruise terminals.

Jetty Park, located near Cruise Terminal 3, offers cruisers 4.5 acres of sandy beaches perfect for viewing rocket launches and sail-aways. This family-friendly park also features a concession stand for food, bait, and tackle. A fishing pier, pavilion rentals, and a playground area are also available on-site.

Port Canaveral Hotels, Transportation, and Parking

Are you planning a cruise from Port Canaveral? Finding transportation on embarkation and debarkation day can be stressful, with surge pricing, complex terminals, and high demand for rides. Combined with the cost of hotels, your pre- and post-cruise expenses can quickly add up. Go Port provides an ideal solution by bundling your transportation and hotel stay, simplifying your onshore arrangements into one seamless package.

If you are looking for hotel accommodations before or after your cruise, our popular Fly Snooze Cruise package includes airport pick-up, a hotel stay, and transportation directly to your Port Canaveral cruise terminal. 

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Flying into Orlando International Airport (MCO) on the same day of your cruise? Go Port’s Cruise Transportation package provides direct service from MCO to your cruise ship’s terminal. 

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If you’re staying at an Orlando Airport hotel, you can also book same day transportation to your cruise terminal with pick up right at your hotel.

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Cruising on the Carnival Mardi Gras? Go Port offers a parking and transportation package for $7.50 per day. Totaling $60 for the duration of your cruise, Go Port will provide secure parking and transport you directly to the Mardi Gras cruise terminal.

Avoid the stress of getting to and from your cruise ship on time and book with Go Port for all your transportation, hotel, and parking needs.

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If you are flying into Orlando for a cruise from Port Canaveral, then you are going to need to figure out how to get to your ship. The port is about 45 minutes away from the Orlando International Airport (MCO), which is the closest major airport to the cruise terminals.

The good news is that as one of the busiest ports in America, there are a number of options to get to the cruise terminal. From Uber to shuttles, you can easily make your way to the Port Canaveral/Cocoa Beach area .

But perhaps no way of getting to the port is as convenient as an Orlando hotel near the airport with a cruise shuttle. As a way of winning your business, many spots near the airport offer a free shuttle to their hotel after you arrive from your flight. And then after your stay, they can help you with a shuttle ride to Port Canaveral (for a fee).

This way you don’t have to worry how you are going to get to the hotel from the airport or to the cruise ship on the day you sail. (A number of hotels in Port Canaveral also offer cruise shuttles if you prefer to stay closer to your ship.)

How Airport and Cruise Shuttles Work for Orlando Hotels

Airport Shuttles : Most of the hotels below work in a similar way. They offer free shuttles between the airport and the hotel that run either 24 hours per day, or at all times except for a few hours in the middle of the night.

You’ll want to get all your luggage and only then call the hotel. They will direct you on where to go to catch your ride. Since all the hotels below are right near the Orlando airport, the ride should only take 5-10 minutes.

Port Canaveral Shuttles : Given the distance, the vast majority of hotels don’t have their own shuttle to the port. Instead, cruise passengers can arrange a ride with a third-party shuttle provider if staying at a hotel near the airport. So you book the hotel and then contact the shuttle company to book your ride . The shuttle will pick you up right at the hotel to take you to the port. They will also give you a ride back for your flight when you return. 

Expect the shuttle to run roughly $50-70 per person, round trip. The following companies offer pickup at the hotels near the airport.

• Cortrans Shuttle
• Port Canaveral Quick Shuttle
• Danica Transportation  

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Orlando Hotels With Cruise Shuttle Pickup & Airport Shuttles

The following hotels sit near the Orlando airport and offer a shuttle between your flight and their location. To get to the cruise port, they either offer a shuttle package, or you can arrange a pick-up from one of the companies mentioned above.

Hyatt Place Orlando Airport With a regular shuttle from the Orlando International airport, free wi-fi, and pool, there is a lot to like about the Hyatt Place. Maybe that’s why it sees an average review rating of 4.5 out of 5. To get to the port you can use their “Cruise to Port Canaveral” package . This offers a ride for two (a package for four is also available) round trip from the hotel to Port Canaveral, along with parking while you’re gone if you need it.

• Price: $$-$$$
• Review Rating: 4.5 out of 5
• Shuttle: Included with package
• Phone: 407-816-7800

Hampton Inn & Suites Orlando Airport @ Gateway Village Hampton Inn seems to universally earn great reviews from guests, and this edition is no different, earning a rating of 4.5 out of 5. It’s among the closest hotels to the airport, and should only take you five minutes to get there with the free airport shuttle. Of course you get all the goodies like free wi-fi and breakfast as well. Then, the shuttle companies listed earlier can pick you up at the hotel and get you to the ship.

• Phone: 407-857-2830

Residence Inn Orlando Airport Highly rated, there’s a lot to like about the Residence Inn, including that it’s just minutes away from your flight and has a free airport shuttle. It also serves free breakfast, has wi-fi, and even offers more space with full kitchens. Convenient, comfortable, and with easy access to the port, it’s hard to go wrong with this spot.

• Review Rating: 4 out of 5
• Phone: 407-856-2444

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SpringHill Suites Orlando Airport Affordable, clean, and offering full suites instead of just rooms (great for families), SpringHill can also take care of your transportation needs. They offer a complementary ride to and from the hotel and your flight. As for Port Canaveral, you can book a room package through GoPort ($40 per person, one way), or simply book the shuttle alone from one of the companies mentioned above.

• Phone: 407-816-5533

Wingate by Wyndham Orlando International Airport An affordable hotel, the Wingate is minutes from the airport and near a number of restaurants and shops. With free rides to and from the airport and free breakfast, you can settle in after your flight and leave for the cruise ship with a nice meal. 

In addition, the hotel offers a “Stay and Cruise” package . This includes your room plus round trip shuttle for guests to/from Port Canaveral.

• Phone: 407-801-6394

Marriott Orlando Airport Lakeside This Marriott offers up a strong review rating and includes a 24-hour complimentary shuttle between MCO and the hotel. It also sits right between two small lakes, so despite being near the airport, it can feel like a much more relaxing environment. Best of all, with its location near other hotels and the airport, all the major shuttle companies will offer service between this Marriott and Port Canaveral.

• Phone: 407-851-9000

Cambria Hotel Orlando Airport How convenient is this Cambria hotel? It sits right across Highway 528 — also known as the Beachline Expressway from the Orlando airport. The Beachline runs a straight shot to Port Canaveral. The hotel offers an airport shuttle from 6 a.m. to midnight. To get to the cruise port, services like GoPort and other providers can get you there with a convenient pickup. The ride would take about 45 minutes to an hour.

• Price: $-$$
• Phone: 407-652-6284

Ramada Suites Orlando Airport Just five minutes from the airport, the Ramada Suites offers a free airport shuttle that runs from 4:30 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. for guests. In addition, they offer nice perks like free wi-fi and breakfast, as well as an outdoor pool and fitness center. While the hotel offered a shuttle before the health crisis (and may again in the future), for now it’s not difficult to simply book a separate shuttle through one of the companies listed above.

• Phone: 407-641-5484

Sheraton Suites Orlando Airport Next door to the Ramada and only minutes from your flight, the Sheraton Suites offers a resort-style pool in its protected courtyard, giving you a piece of vacation before you start your cruise. There’s a free shuttle from the airport, and while you would need to arrange your own transportation to Port Canaveral at this time via the providers mentioned above, the hotel sits practically a straight shot from the cruise port.

• Phone: 407-240-5555

Embassy Suites Orlando Airport Embassy Suites is known for its high level of service, and this location is no different, earning a 4.5 out of five in reviews. It’s only five minutes from the airport, and offers a free shuttle back and forth. As for the cruise port, that ride will take about 45 minutes. You can either book your own transportation, for around $40 one-way. 

• Phone: 407-888-9339

Homewood Suites Orlando Airport Just minutes from the airport with a sun-drenched pool and near lots of restaurants, there’s a lot to like about the Homewood Suites. It’s highly rated (4.5/5), pet-friendly, and has a free shuttle to and from the airport. GoPort offers a shuttle between the hotel, cruise port, and then back to the airport for around $70 per person.

• Phone: 407-857-5791

La Quinta Orlando Airport North Free breakfast, wi-fi, gym, and pool come standard, in addition to the airport shuttle (5 a.m. to 8 p.m.). Meanwhile you are in the middle of a group of hotels that are close to the airport, as well as a number of restaurants. Need a ride to the port? The major shuttle companies will offer pickup here, making it a breeze to get to the ship on cruise day.

• Phone: 407-240-5000

Holiday Inn Orlando International Airport Sitting just a mile from the airport, it won’t take you long to get from your flight to the hotel. With the shuttle you’ll have a ride whenever you arrive in Orlando. Sailing with kids? Those 18 and under stay free and kids 11 and under eat free at the hotel’s restaurant. Given the location, booking a ride from one of the many shuttle companies to the cruise port would be no issue.

• Phone: 407-851-6400

Courtyard Orlando Airport Within walking distance of restaurants, highly rated, and with free wi-fi and free shuttle between the hotel and airport, there’s a lot to like about this hotel. Time to go to the port? It’s about 45 minutes away. You can arrange a third-party shuttle via services like Cortrans or Port Canaveral Quick Shuttle that can get you there and then to the airport once the cruise is over.

• Phone: 407-240-7200

Staybridge Suites: Orlando Airport South Traveling with a family? Then a spot like this Staybridge Suites may be idea as the hotel features larger rooms ideal for sleeping more than two people. Sitting just 1.5 miles from the Orlando airport, it’s not far from plane to hotel and the 24-hour airport shuttle can pick you up. Plus, the Monday-Wednesday social has free food, beer, wine, and soda. 

• Phone: 407-438-2121

Avid Hotel Orlando A relatively new hotel, this spot is ideal if you just want something simple and convenient before your cruise. Free breakfast, free wi-fi, and a complimentary shuttle between the hotel and airport? No wonder the no-fuss hotel is getting good reviews. Come cruise day, companies like Go Port can pick you up at the hotel and get you to your ship with no issue.

• Phone: 407-640-7460

Port Canaveral Hotels With Orlando Airport Shuttles

The advantage of staying in Port Canaveral is that you are closer to your ship. The drawback is that it’s a longer day of travel if you are flying into Orlando and then heading out to the port area. Still, if you want to stay in Port Canaveral, there are a handful of hotels that offer shuttles between the Orlando airport and the hotel. These hotels also offer a shuttle to the cruise port.

Radisson Resort at the Port As with many hotels in the area, the Radisson caters to cruisers. But not every hotel can offer the resort style feel and attractions of the Radisson, such as the large pool with waterfall.

The Radisson is ideal for those flying into Orlando as they offer a fee-based shuttle between the airport and hotel. The cost is $28 per person one-way or $50 round trip. This can actually be less expensive than some shuttle services. From the hotel there’s also a shuttle to the cruise ship for $6 per person.

• Phone: 321-406-5615

Springhill Suites Cape Canaveral A new hotel in the area, this location puts you about as close to the cruise port as you can get. Traveling with a family? This hotel is nice as it also offers suites that provide more elbow room.

At the time of this writing, the hotel offers airport transportation for $28 per person one way or $50 round trip. On cruise day you can get a ride to the port for just $10.80 per person. You will simply let the hotel know at least 48 hours before check-in that you’ll need a ride and they can arrange to get you to the ship.

• Phone: 321-878-3200

Beachside Hotel & Suites Situated in the heart of Cocoa Beach, Beachside Hotel & Suites is right near the water and only a 10-minute ride to the cruise terminal. In other words, the location is ideal for anyone wanting to spend some time in the area before their cruise. The hotel was recently renovated and now includes a large lazy river pool and updated rooms.

The hotel’s website says it offers airport shuttle and cruise shuttle packages. This includes a “Fly, Snooze & Cruise” deal that includes round trip service to/from the Orlando airport and a transfer to the terminal. 

• Phone: 321-783-2221

Four Points by Sheraton Cocoa Beach Located right in the heart of Cocoa Beach, the Four Points is within walking distance to parks, restaurants, the beach, and the famous Ron Jon Surf Shop. If you’re planning to spend some time enjoying the beach, it’s a great spot.

The hotel website has a Fly, Snooze, and Cruise deal that includes round trip transportation from/to the Orlando airport and the hotel. It also includes the ride to the port on cruise day.

• Phone: 321-783-8717

Cocoa Beach Suites This hotel is an easy 2-minute walk to the beach. If you fly into Orlando International, then the airport offers transportation options. Specifically, they offer a “Snooze and Cruise” deal . With this package you get transportation for two from the airport (Orlando, but Melbourne and Sanford are also available), transportation to the ship, and then back to the airport.

• Review Rating: 3.5 out of 5
• Phone: 321-783-6868

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Port Canaveral officials announced a new seventh cruise terminal and parking garage will be built on the north side of the port in the west turn basin opposite Cruise Terminal 5 targeting completion in summer 2026. (Courtesy/Port Canaveral)

“The need now for our cruise partners is immediate,” said port CEO Capt. John Murray. “We have a point now where we’re starting to turn business away from Port Canaveral.”

The port had initially targeted construction of a seventh terminal on the south side of the port after moving several marina businesses. This new plan will convert North Cargo Berth 8 opposite Cruise Terminal 5 on the north side of the port.

Murray said the original plan turned out to be “a five- to six-year project to do it correctly.”

Working with the existing cargo terminal allows for a quick construction turnaround. It’s already deep enough to handle any cruise ship, even what will become the world’s largest cruise ship, Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas, set to call Port Canaveral home when it debuts.

“It will be a state-of-the-art terminal, will use all the latest technologies, that will handle the largest ships in the world, and it will be a multiuser facility,” Murray said. “In other words, we, Port Canaveral, will run the terminal and it won’t be cruise-line specific — so multiple brands, a big-ship terminal, gives us the flexibility to put the largest ships in there and the smaller ones at some of our older facilities that can’t handle the largest ships.”

Building what is expected to be about a 2,500-space garage and other terminal support buildings also is going to be faster because the space is already what is known as “greenfield,” meaning ready for any kind of development.

Right now, the cargo berth is basically a parking wharf, sometimes used by SpaceX recovery ships for docking, but most of the space industry will focus on the other cargo terminals farther to the east in the port, Murray said.

Port Canaveral plots timeline to take over marina for new cruise terminal

Murray said the south side plans are still something the port wants to pursue, but the cruise terminal needs by shifting to the north will alleviate the demand for now.

An eighth terminal could come online after 2030, he said, but it also allows the port to focus attention on its commercial fishing industry and reorganize the district in the coming years. So the existing announcement that the port was not going to renew the lease of Cape Marina, which it deems an underutilized space, is still going forward.

The cruise industry is its main revenue source, generating the bulk of more than $187 million projected for this fiscal year. The port had 16 cruise ships calling it home either year-round or seasonally over the last year, and expects that to grow to 19 in the next fiscal year.

A new terminal could realistically add another three, Murray said, and that would continue to grow the port’s burgeoning business that expects to see more than 7 million passenger movements this year, and continue its already record revenue totals.

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Next year will also see the port’s first homeported ships from Princess Cruises and Celebrity Cruises on top of the fleets already from Disney, Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian and MSC Cruises.

Murray said tinquiries for new ships are running into full slates not only at Port Canaveral, but also Port Everglades and Miami, while also pointing out that Tampa and Jacksonville are limited in what size ships they can take on.

“So there’s only three ports really that can take these ships in Florida and if we can’t take them, they’re going to go into another state. So it’s really important that we find a way to take that business and keep that economic impact in Florida,” he said.

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BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – In order to meet the growing demands of the cruise industry, Port Canaveral announced its plan to build a new cruise terminal and parking garage.

During a press conference on Thursday, CEO John Murray said the need for a new terminal is urgent and necessary.

“All of our ports in Florida on the East Coast and south ports are full,” said Murray. “Can’t go to Miami, can’t go to Tampa, the ships are too big. Jacksonville — same issue.”

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The expansion will be located at the existing North 8 berth and adjacent to Terminal 5, an area that Murray said is underutilized. Designed and built in 2018 for multi-purpose flexibility, the North 8 berth will require minimal modifications to extend the current 1,020 linear feet bulkhead to 1,344 feet to accommodate large cruise vessels.

Crews will also be able to build a terminal faster on the north side as opposed to the busier south side. The new terminal would help relieve congestion in the south side community and bring it to the north side.

The announcement comes as Port Canaveral prepares for more ships in 2024: Utopia of the Seas — the world’s second-largest cruise ship — is expected to set sail in July, Celebrity and Princess cruises are expected to begin in the fall, and the Disney Treasure’s maiden voyage is set for December.

“We’re at a point where our six terminals are operating at maximum utilization and the need for a new terminal has become more urgent,” Murray said.

About 800,000 people went on a cruise in March, a new monthly record for the port.

Murray said the port is so busy it actually has to turn some ships away now.

Murray could not give details on production costs but did say the project is self-funded. The goal is to have the cruise terminal operating by mid-summer of 2026.

Previously, that was about when the port wanted to finish a terminal in the marina district, as the port said it would not renew the Cape Marina’s lease when it ends in 2026.

On Thursday, Murray reiterated the lease still won’t be renewed, but he also said fishermen are not being kicked out of the port.

“We’re going to carve out a long-term spot for our commercial fishermen,” he said. “We think of them as the fabric of our port, and we want to make sure that we protect that segment of the industry.”

Murray said building a terminal at the marinas should happen around 2030.

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Port Canaveral (Orlando, Florida) unveils plans for new multi-user cruise terminal

Port Canaveral (Orlando, Florida) has announced a strategic initiative to construct a new multi-user cruise terminal to meet the growing demands of the cruise industry. The decision to build this terminal at the Port's existing North 8 berth is aimed at maximizing cost efficiency, operational flexibility, and expediting the construction timeline to accommodate the largest cruise ships from various brands.

The existing North 8 berth, situated in close proximity to Port Canaveral's Cruise Terminal 5, was designed with multi-purpose flexibility in mind when constructed in 2018. With minimal modifications required, the current bulkhead at North 8 will be extended from 1,020 linear feet to 1,344 feet to accommodate larger vessels effectively. Waterside improvements on the north side of the shared basin will also enhance the berthing capacity of Cruise Terminal 5.

The new multi-user cruise terminal and associated parking facility will leverage advanced technology to ensure optimal flexibility for accommodating multiple users and brands. The North 8 location, combined with its current berth configuration and available uplands, offers the advantage of minimizing disruptions to ongoing port and tenant operations during the construction phase.

The timeline for the design, engineering, and construction of the new facility is currently being developed, with a targeted completion goal set for summer 2026. The terminal campus will feature a multi-story parking facility capable of accommodating up to 3,000 vehicles, alongside roadway enhancements including turning lanes and a dedicated "flyover" ramp directly connecting the site to State Road 401.

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Port Canveral's new terminal is expected to be up and running by 2026.

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A cruise port on Florida’s Space Coast is going bigger, planning to build a brand-new cruise terminal to meet demand.

Port Canaveral’s new, expanded cruise terminal will be built at one of the existing berths and is expected to be operational by summer 2026, according to the port . When complete, it will have the ability to serve multiple cruise lines. 

"A new cruise terminal and the business it will deliver builds on our Board’s commitment to the economic prosperity of our Port community," Micah Loyd, the chairman of the Canaveral Port Authority Board of Commissioners, said in a statement. “This proactive, business-oriented strategy reaffirms our commitment to ensure the State of Florida continues to prosper from cruise tourism and remains the ‘Cruise Capital of the World’.”

When finished, the new terminal will extend the current North 8 berth by more than 300 feet to  accommodate larger cruise ships. The project will also include a new multi-story parking facility with the ability to accommodate up to 3,000 vehicles along with roadway improvements.

Port officials expect disruptions to current operations to be minimal during construction due to the project’s location.

Capt. John Murray, the Port Canaveral CEO, said in the statement the planned new terminal is “key to retaining and growing this important business segment that supports many jobs and delivers high value to our regional and state economy.”

Currently, several major cruise lines call Port Canaveral home: Carnival Cruise Line, Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise Line, and MSC Cruises. In fact, the site welcomed an all-time high 6.8 million cruise passengers in the 2023 fiscal year, according to the port .

From Port Canaveral , which is nestled along Florida’s Space Coast , travelers can explore NASA’s Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex , hang out on the sand at Cocoa Beach , tour mangroves, keep an eye out for manatees and dolphins, and more.

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Port Canaveral announces plans to build a new cruise terminal

PORT CANAVERAL, Fla. — Port Canaveral announced plans Thursday to build a new cruise terminal to accommodate large cruise vessels.

Port officials plan to build a new multi-user cruise terminal at the Port’s existing North 8 berth, which would require minimal modifications to extend the current 1,020 linear feet bulkhead to 1,344 feet.

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Port canaveral announces plans to build a new cruise terminal port officials to build a new multi-user cruise terminal at the port's existing north 8 berth they will extend the current 1,020 linear feet bulkhead to 1,344 feet officials hope to have the new terminal operational by summer 2026.

Port Canaveral’s North 8 berth — which was designed and built in 2018 for multi-purpose flexibility — shares its basin with the Port’s Cruise Terminal 5 on the northside of Port Canaveral.

In addition to extending the North 8 bulkhead capacity, the project would also extend and improve the berthing capacity of Cruise Terminal 5 by improving the waterside to the northside of the shared basin.

“We have cruise partners with immediate needs to locate assets in Florida and Port Canaveral is where they want to be,” stated Capt. John Murray, Port Canaveral CEO. “Our ability to efficiently bring a new cruise terminal online was key to retaining and growing this important business segment that supports many jobs and delivers high value to our regional and state economy.”

Due to North 8’s location, current berth configuration and vacant uplands, port officials said construction would cause minimal disruption to current port and tenant operations.

The new terminal campus will include a multi-story parking facility to accommodate up to 3,000 vehicles and roadway improvements in and out of the new facility, including turning lanes and a “flyover” ramp directly connecting the site with State Road 401.

The port is often referred to as “the cruise capital of the world,”

Here, 6 terminals are already operating at maximum capacity, and officials say the need for a new terminal has become urgent.

Baking is her specialty. It’s Brenda Bernard’s day to day at Ludz Foodie Bar and Grill. Tourism that comes from the cruise ships makes up about 80% of Bernard’s clientele.

For her, today’s announcement is great news.

“What we look at is job creation, an opportunity to bring in more employees and get involved with the local community,” Bernard said.

For businesses in the area, accommodating these extra crowds will mean hiring more employees and expanding restaurants to accommodate the growth in Port Canaveral.

Officials are targeting summer 2026 to complete the new facility. 

• Child suffering medical emergency airlifted off cruise ship by Space Coast rescuers

Child airlifted off cruise ship after emergency

A child is recovering after suffering a medical emergency on a cruise ship and being airlifted in the open ocean by Brevard County-based rescuers.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. - A child is recovering after suffering a medical emergency on a cruise ship and being airlifted in the open ocean by Brevard County-based rescuers. 

It happened on May 4 on a Carnival cruise ship nearly 350 miles off the East Coast. The child and his mother were both hoisted to safety in the open ocean before they were flown to a hospital in North Carolina. 

It’s not what anyone expected to see on vacation.

"It was terrifying. I was screaming and crying, and anxious, scared the whole time watching them take him," said Angela Bridges, whose son suffered a medical emergency with a perforated bowel. 

Bridges couldn’t believe her eyes when she watched her 12-year-old son get hoisted away on their family vacation.

She’s glad he was because she knew something was wrong when "he couldn’t really get up and move a lot, and he was in pain. He couldn’t keep anything down really," said the mom.

He saw a doctor on board on Friday, and by Saturday, jets and helicopters from the Patrick Space Force-based 920th Rescue Wing were on the scene in the sea to rescue the family.

"Even me going down on a silly water slide, my heart was pounding. I can’t imagine being airlifted out on a stretcher," said Marla White, who was a passenger on the cruise ship. 

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White watched in awe and recorded everything when Aiden and Angela were lifted into the air on a stretcher at sea.

"I even had tears in my eyes because I’m a mom, too," said White. 

Doctors say Aiden punctured his bowel, and he’s still at a hospital in North Carolina with his mom.

"I had a doctor tell me today, just this morning tell me that this is such a rare occurrence to see a 12-year-old with no history, no medical reason, no anything that shows why there would be a perforated bowel," said his mom. 

FOX 35’s Esther Bower asked the mom how she felt now, knowing he was in safe care, recovering, and still alive. 

"I’m definitely very grateful because one small thing could have been the difference between getting him off the ship or not and him surviving and not," she said. 

The rescue mission took eight hours from beginning to end, and crews flew more than 1,200 hundred miles to transport the child to safety, with cruise passengers cheering as the family left the ship.

The Bridges family didn’t know how long they’d have to stay at the hospital, but they’re thankful everyone came together to make sure her son didn’t lose his life on their vacation.

"We were very lucky," concluded Bridges. 

To help with expenses and recovery costs, the family started a GoFundMe for their son’s journey.