A private transfer to or from Port of Miami and Home2 Suites by Hilton Ft. Lauderdale Airport-Cruise Port Hotel covers 22 miles in about 42–52 minutes by black SUV or climate-controlled van, at a flat rate from $120 per vehicle. A bilingual driver meets your group curbside at the cruise terminal and drives straight to the hotel door — one booking, no surge, no shared ride.
Fares are flat and per vehicle for the whole group, set the moment you book.
Book the vehicle that matches your headcount, share your ship and arrival details over WhatsApp, and the rest is handled. A black SUV covers parties up to 5; a van takes 6-9, and a larger van seats 10-14, with room for the whole group’s cruise luggage. On debark day the driver waits curbside at your cruise terminal and meets the group as you exit — request a name sign in advance and it is there. From PortMiami the car heads north and runs door to door, dropping you at the hotel entrance with no transfers, no second leg, and no figuring out trains or stops along the way. You confirm the pickup, the driver confirms the timing against your ship, and you step off the gangway into a car already waiting for your name.
This is a private car reserved for your party only — no strangers, no extra stops, no waiting for a van to fill. The fare is locked when you book and does not move with traffic, demand, or the time of day. Your driver speaks English plus Spanish or Portuguese and watches your ship’s debark time so the car is ready when you actually clear the terminal, re-timing the pickup for free if the vessel docks late. Contact runs straight through WhatsApp, so confirming a name sign or a pickup point takes one message, not a phone tree. The result is a calmer disembark day: you walk off the ship, find your driver by name, and ride directly to the hotel without sharing the route with anyone outside your group.
The drive covers 22 miles and takes about 42 minutes off-peak, stretching toward 52 minutes at peak. The route rides the I-95 express lanes north out of Miami before reaching the Fort Lauderdale airport corridor where the hotel stands. Cruise mornings are the wild card: when several ships disembark together, the terminal exit lanes and the first stretch of highway slow to a crawl, which is why the longer end of the window exists. Afternoon and evening departures from the port usually land near the shorter figure. The express lanes carry most of the distance, keeping the trip on the main artery rather than weaving through surface streets, so the time you see at booking reflects real traffic patterns for this corridor rather than a guess.
The Home2 Suites by Hilton Ft. Lauderdale Airport-Cruise Port Hotel is an all-suite property set in the Fort Lauderdale airport corridor, a short hop from both Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and the cruise terminals. The all-suite layout and extended-stay amenities make it a practical base for cruise passengers spending a night before sailing or after stepping off the ship. Browse the Home2 Suites Property Overview for room layouts, and the Hotel Information & Amenities page for check-in details, parking, and on-site features. The surrounding area leans practical — chain dining, fuel, and fast airport access rather than beachfront crowds — which suits a pre- or post-cruise stopover where an easy bed and a quick morning ride matter most. The beaches and the port are both a short drive when you want them.
Three private tiers cover everything from a couple to a large family or tour group, each reserved for your party alone with no one else sharing the ride.
The quoted fare carries the full ride with no add-ons at the curb. Tolls, SunPass charges, and fuel are all built into the price, so nothing gets tacked on for the express lanes. Every car carries onboard WiFi through a mobile hotspot, handy for posting cruise photos or pulling up your hotel confirmation on the way north. The first child seat is free for a child under 5 — just request it when you book; any additional child seat carries a small fee confirmed at the time of booking. Small pets are welcome too, with advance notice on WhatsApp, traveling in a pet carrier. What sits outside the fare is short: extra child seats beyond the first, and the after-hours amount for pickups scheduled outside daytime hours, both detailed below.
Payment is split so you are not handing over the full amount up front, and the methods are quick to settle from a phone.
Lock the deposit early for cruise dates, since terminal pickups cluster on heavy debark mornings and the booking holds your driver and vehicle for that slot.
Daytime pickups between 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM carry no surcharge. Trips scheduled outside that window add a small after-hours amount, set by vehicle type.
A few real questions come up on every cruise transfer along this route — here are the short answers.
Nothing changes on your end and the fare does not move. Your driver tracks your ship’s debark window and re-times the pickup for free if the vessel berths behind schedule. You clear the terminal, the car is there — no re-booking, no penalty, and no scramble to arrange another ride on the spot.
The driver waits curbside right at your cruise terminal and meets the group as you walk out. Send your terminal and ship over WhatsApp ahead of time, and request a name sign so you can spot the car instantly among the disembark crowd. From there it is a straight ride to the hotel.
The rate is per vehicle, not per person — your whole party rides for the one flat price shown above, whether that is two of you or a group of fourteen. A round trip is simply double the one-way. Nobody pays a separate seat fare, and the total never climbs with group size within the tier.
Yes — disembark-day pickups are the core of this service. Book ahead, share your ship and terminal, and the driver times the curbside meet to your actual debark window. Heavy mornings with several ships in port can slow the exit lanes, so the booking builds in margin and the car waits for your name.
The first child seat is free for a child under 5 — request it when you book and it is installed and ready. Each additional child seat carries a small fee confirmed at booking, so flag how many little ones are riding and their ages when you reserve over WhatsApp.
Small pets are welcome with advance notice on WhatsApp. Your pet rides in a carrier, so mention it when you book and confirm the carrier size. This keeps the cabin comfortable for everyone and means there is no surprise at the curb on a busy disembark morning.
A more coordinated, premium service — flat fare, named driver, cruise-terminal pickup — at a significantly lower total cost than Uber Black or Lyft Lux.
| Feature | Us | Uber | Lyft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Flat rate locked at booking | Surges 1.5×–4× at peak | Surges 1.5×–4× at peak |
| Vehicle | Black SUV reserved for your group | Driver’s own car | Driver’s own car |
| Cruise terminal meet-and-greet | Driver waits at the terminal with your name | Curbside only after you book | Curbside only after you book |
| Ship arrival tracking | Yes — free re-timing if your ship docks late | No — you re-book if delayed | No — you re-book if delayed |
One booking, one coordinated pickup, significantly lower cost than an Uber Black or Lyft Lux surge.
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Reserve your private car now and your driver, vehicle, and curbside pickup are set for cruise day. Message the trip date, your ship and terminal, group size, and any name-sign or child-seat request over WhatsApp or email, pay the deposit, and the confirmation locks the flat fare. Whether you are heading to the hotel after your sailing or back to PortMiami to board, both directions are covered on one booking.
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We recommend booking at least 24 hours in advance. For holidays and busier weekends, please book ahead to ensure better availability.
Yes, we accept bookings from anywhere in the world. We accept international payments and keep travelers updated via WhatsApp and email.
No. We only work with reservations made in advance. We recommend booking at least four hours ahead; same-day service is subject to availability and is not guaranteed.
Yes. To confirm your reservation, we ask for a 50% down payment on bookings under $199 USD and 30% on bookings of $200 USD or more.
No. To reserve and secure the vehicle, you need to send a 50% deposit through our payment link or via Zelle. The remaining balance can be paid in cash when the driver arrives.
No. In addition to the airport, we also serve hotels, ports, train stations, restaurants, and private addresses.
We work with XL SUVs for smaller groups, vans for 12 and 14 passengers, and full-size buses with capacity for 40 to 54 people — ideal for large events.
Yes. We serve weddings, corporate conferences, VIP events, and other special occasions. Contact us for a custom quote.
Some vehicles in our fleet are equipped with Wi-Fi and USB ports. Let us know in advance if this is essential, and we’ll book a vehicle that meets your needs.
No. We only work with private transfers. The vehicle is reserved exclusively for you and your party, with no shared seating.
No problem. We track your flight in real time and adjust the pickup time when needed, at no extra charge.
Send us the updated information as soon as possible, and we’ll adjust your booking while monitoring the new flight status.
We primarily work with curbside pickup. Just send a message with your exit gate and the driver will arrive in a few minutes — usually faster than the traditional sign-holding service.
If you prefer the driver to wait inside the terminal with a sign bearing your name, we can also arrange that service for $20
The day before your trip, we’ll send you a message with the driver’s name, vehicle model, and license plate, along with detailed instructions for curbside pickup.
Don’t worry. We’ll send you a message as soon as your flight lands. If we don’t receive a quick reply, the driver will automatically head to the international arrivals hall. Wait there and we’ll find you; we never leave a passenger behind.
For domestic flights, we offer up to 60 minutes of wait time after arrival.
For international flights, the courtesy time is up to 120 minutes.
For hotel pickups, there’s a 15-minute grace period.
For port pickups, we wait up to 60 minutes past the agreed time.
This rarely happens, since we already include two free hours of wait time. If you’re still inside the airport after that, the ride may be considered a no-show. You can also request additional wait time, at a cost of US$ 30 per extra 30-minute block, paid in cash directly to the driver.
Yes. Our drivers help load and unload your bags.
The standard allowance includes one large suitcase and one carry-on per person.
Traveling with larger or additional items — extra suitcases, musical instruments, mobility equipment, or strollers? Contact us in advance so we can arrange the necessary space. An additional fee may apply.
Yes. Small pets are accepted, as long as they stay in a secure carrier. Please let us know in advance.
Yes. We include one free child car seat for children under five. If you need an extra seat, request it in advance; the cost is US$ 15.
We ask that you don’t eat during the trip. Only water in sealed bottles is allowed on board.
Unscheduled stops aren’t included in the base rate. However, if a short, nearby stop is arranged in advance, we can try to accommodate it. A small fee may apply based on the additional time.
Yes. Give us at least 24 hours’ notice and, depending on availability, we’ll adjust your pickup time.
No. The quoted price is the final price — no hidden fees. Driver gratuity is optional and at your discretion; it’s always welcome.
Tras un día largo de viaje, todos juntos, ya reservamos el próximo viaje con ellos. llegamos a las 11pm y el auto ya estaba allí. Recomendamos sin dudar. Llevábamos 4 maletas grandes.
A tiempo. Ayudó con maletas. Precio justo. Sin estrés.
Sem tarifa dinâmica, sem esperar no calor, sem perder conexão
Just what I needed. even helped with the stroller, best of all they confirmed by message the night before.
Boarded our cruise with time to spare. Made the day easier.