A private transfer to or from Port of Miami and Homewood Suites by Hilton Ft. Lauderdale Airport-Cruise Port Hotel covers 22.0 miles (35.3 km) in about 42 to 52 minutes by black SUV or climate-controlled van, at a flat rate from $120 per vehicle. One bilingual driver meets your group curbside at the cruise terminal and drives door to door, with room for cruise luggage.
Each price below is per vehicle for the whole group, locked at booking, with tolls and fuel already inside the number.
The fastest door-to-door option is a private SUV or van that drives the I-95 EXPR express lanes straight north to Fort Lauderdale. You step off the ship, walk out of the cruise terminal, and your driver is already at the curb. There is no taxi line to join, no app to refresh, and no second stop for other riders. The vehicle is reserved for your party alone, so cruise luggage loads once and rides with you the whole way to the hotel entrance. Groups of one to five take the black SUV; six to nine or ten to fourteen travelers take a van. Booking happens over WhatsApp or the website, where you confirm your ship, terminal, and pickup time. The driver then plans around your debark window so the car is in place when you clear the gangway.
Curbside pickup means the driver waits at the assigned terminal exit and meets your group as you walk out, holding a name sign if you request one over WhatsApp ahead of time. You message when you clear customs, the driver pulls up, loads the luggage, and you go. No walking to a remote lot, no shuttle hop. The whole party stays together from the gangway to the hotel door.
The vehicle is yours alone — no strangers, no shared route, no detours to other addresses. The fare is set the moment you book, so a busy disembarkation morning or heavy demand never changes the number you agreed to. Your driver speaks English plus Spanish or Portuguese, which smooths every question from “which terminal?” to “can we stop a moment?”. Communication runs through direct WhatsApp, so there is one human to message rather than a faceless queue. For cruise passengers working against a tight check-in window, that combination matters: a known car, a known driver, and a known price, all arranged before the ship even docks. The service is built for the disembarkation rush — luggage loaded once, one straight ride, and a driver who already knows your hotel.
Plan on 42 minutes in light traffic and up to 52 minutes when roads are busy. The off-peak-to-peak swing comes mostly from disembarkation timing: when several ships empty within the same window, the streets feeding out of PortMiami clog before you ever reach the highway, and that adds the bulk of those extra ten minutes. Mid-morning departures after the first debark wave usually clear faster than the 8 to 10 AM crush. Your driver watches ship schedules and the live road picture, then picks the cleaner path north, so the quoted range holds even on a heavy turnaround day. Because the fare is fixed, a slower run never costs you more — the meter does not exist here. You arrive at the Homewood Suites entrance in well under an hour either way, with no second stop along the route.
Homewood Suites by Hilton Ft. Lauderdale Airport-Cruise Port is an all-suite hotel positioned for travelers moving between Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and Port Everglades, making it a natural overnight base before or after a sailing. Suites come with kitchen space, handy when you are stretching the last hours of a trip without a restaurant run. The location keeps you minutes from both the airport and the cruise piers, so a next-day flight or a back-to-back sailing is simple to reach. You can confirm room types and amenities on the Homewood Suites Airport-Cruise Port hotel page, or compare nearby properties through the Homewood Suites Fort Lauderdale locations directory.
Yes. The hotel sits a short drive from Fort Lauderdale Beach and the Las Olas waterfront, so a half-day of sand and sun fits easily before a flight or after the cruise. The beachfront promenade, casual seafood spots, and the Intracoastal water-taxi stops are all within reach by car when you want a final taste of South Florida.
The surrounding area mixes practical and fun. You are near the shops and dining along 17th Street, the Port Everglades observation points where you can watch ships maneuver, and easy connections toward downtown Fort Lauderdale. For families killing time between a debark and a flight, the nearby parks and the beach strip turn an awkward layover into a real afternoon.
Every option is private and reserved for your party only — pick the one that matches your headcount.
The quoted fare is the full price of the private ride for your group — no per-head charges layered on top. Tolls, SunPass charges, and fuel are all built into the number, so the express lanes north cost you nothing extra. Onboard WiFi runs off a mobile hotspot in the vehicle. The driver is bilingual, and a name sign at the terminal is yours for the asking over WhatsApp. The first child seat is free for a child under five; any additional child seat carries a small fee confirmed when you book.
A second or third child seat beyond the first free one is the main add-on, settled at booking. A pickup outside daytime hours carries a night surcharge, detailed in its own section below. Small pets ride along when you arrange it in advance on WhatsApp and bring a pet carrier. Beyond those, the flat fare is what you pay.
Payment is split so you are never out the full amount before the ride happens.
Daytime pickups between 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM carry no surcharge. Trips that start outside that window add a small amount on top of the fare, shown below by vehicle type.
Your driver tracks your ship’s arrival and adjusts the pickup time at no extra cost. If the vessel berths behind schedule or customs runs slow, the car simply shifts to match — you are not charged a new fare and you do not re-book. Message on WhatsApp once you clear the terminal and the driver confirms the curb.
The driver waits curbside at your cruise terminal’s exit and greets your group as you walk out, holding a name sign if you ask for one over WhatsApp beforehand. You do not hunt for a parking garage or a rideshare zone. Send a quick message when you have your bags, and the vehicle pulls up to load.
Yes — disembarkation mornings are exactly what this service handles. Book your terminal and ship in advance, and the driver plans around your debark window so the SUV or van is in place when you step off. Even during a multi-ship turnaround, your pickup is reserved and timed to your gangway, not to a queue you have to join.
The rate is per vehicle, not per person — your whole group rides for the single flat price shown in the prices list above. A solo traveler and a family of five in the SUV pay the same fare. A round trip is just double the one-way for the same vehicle, so the math stays simple no matter the headcount.
Yes. The first child seat for a child under five is free — request it over WhatsApp when you book so it is installed before pickup. Each additional child seat carries a small fee confirmed at booking. Families stepping off a cruise with little ones travel correctly secured without scrambling for one at the terminal.
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.
Uber, Uber Black, Lyft, and Lyft Lux are trademarks of their respective owners. We are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by them. Comparison reflects publicly available pricing as of 2026.
Send your ship name, terminal, pickup date, and group size over WhatsApp or the website, and your private ride to or from Port of Miami and Homewood Suites by Hilton Ft. Lauderdale Airport-Cruise Port Hotel is locked in — fare confirmed, driver assigned, name sign ready if you want one. Reach out and we will set the time.
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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.
Grupo de siete con mucho equipaje, reservé online y me confirmaron rápido. el baúl entró cuatro maletas grandes más las de mano. Mejor imposible.
Todos juntos, simplemente funcionó, es todo lo que queremos. el aire acondicionado estaba al punto justo tras un día largo.
Interior limpio. Reserva fácil. Ayudó con maletas.
Surpreendeu na qualidade. tratou a gente super bem desde o início, o melhor acompanharam a chegada do nosso navio sem precisar pedir
Trayecto silencioso. Todo bien. Servicio sólido.