A private transfer to or from Port of Miami and Le Méridien Dania Beach at Fort Lauderdale Airport Hotel covers 28.7 miles (46.2 km) in about 54–64 minutes door to door, at a flat rate from $120 per vehicle. A black SUV or climate-controlled van with a bilingual driver runs the trip north up I-95 to Dania Beach.
The fare is set per vehicle by passenger count, locked the moment you book, with no per-person charge and no surge.
A private door-to-door ride is the simplest way to make this 28.7-mile run after a cruise. Your driver pulls up curbside at the cruise terminal, meets your group as you walk off the ship, and loads everyone into one reserved vehicle. There is ample room for cruise luggage, so suitcases ride with you rather than being split between cars. Pick the tier that matches your party: the black SUV for up to five travelers, or a climate-controlled van for six to nine or ten to fourteen. From the terminal the driver follows I-95 north to the hotel entrance in Dania Beach, dropping you right at the lobby door. Booking takes one message on WhatsApp with your ship name, arrival date, and headcount, and you confirm the pickup details there — including a name sign at the terminal if you want one.
The transfer takes about 54 minutes off-peak and up to 64 minutes in heavier traffic. The whole trip stays on I-95 north between PortMiami and Dania Beach, so the drive time depends mostly on the volume on that corridor and on how many ships disembark the same morning. When three or more vessels clear customs together, the terminal exit roads and the first stretch of highway slow down, pushing the run toward the upper end of that window. Mid-morning and early-afternoon departures usually land near the off-peak figure. Your driver watches conditions live and chooses the cleanest path north, but the fare never changes for traffic — the time may stretch, the price will not. For a flight out of Fort Lauderdale after your stay, build in the peak figure so you reach the hotel and airport area with margin to spare.
Three private tiers cover this route, each reserved for your party alone — no strangers, no shared seats. Choose by headcount when you book.
Our service is built around the rhythm of a cruise day rather than a generic airport run. The vehicle is reserved for your group only, so you never share the cabin or wait while another fare is picked up. A bilingual driver — English plus Spanish or Portuguese — handles the trip, which smooths things out when a family is split across languages after a week at sea. The fare is a flat rate locked at booking, so the number you agree to is the number you pay, regardless of how the I-95 traffic behaves that morning. You reach us directly on WhatsApp to confirm your ship, headcount, and pickup, and the same channel stays open if plans shift. The focus is narrow on purpose: one cruise-port pickup, one coordinated drop at the Dania Beach hotel, handled by a driver who already knows the terminal layout.
The hotel sits in Dania Beach, immediately south of Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport, which makes it a natural overnight base before or after a sailing. The location puts you minutes from the airport terminals, a short hop from Dania Pointe’s shopping and dining, and within easy reach of the South Florida beaches along the coast. For room details, amenities, and current rates, check the Le Méridien Dania Beach hotel overview or the local tourism listing on Visit Lauderdale’s destination guide. We drop you at the lobby entrance so you can check in and unwind without juggling a second ride.
Dania Pointe, a walkable outdoor complex of restaurants and shops, is the closest spot for a meal once you settle in. The Atlantic beaches and the Fort Lauderdale waterfront are a short drive east, and the airport itself sits right beside the hotel for an early flight out. If you only have one evening between ship and plane, the dining around the hotel keeps things simple.
The price covers the whole vehicle and the people in it, not a list of add-ons billed later. Tolls, SunPass charges, and fuel are all built into the rate, so nothing extra appears at the end of the trip. Onboard WiFi runs through a mobile hotspot in the vehicle, handy for reconnecting after days of ship signal. The bilingual driver and the curbside terminal pickup are part of the standard service. A name sign at the terminal is available at no charge when you ask for it in advance on WhatsApp. The one cost that can vary is child seats: the first seat for a child under five is free, while each additional seat carries a small fee confirmed when you book.
Gratuity for the driver is at your discretion and not part of the fare. Anything beyond the point-to-point transfer — extra stops, hotel meals, or your room — sits outside the booking. Late-night pickups outside daytime hours add a surcharge, detailed further down the page, and additional child seats beyond the first carry the fee mentioned above.
Small pets are welcome with advance notice on WhatsApp, provided they travel inside a proper pet carrier for the ride. Let us know when you book so the driver expects the carrier and plans the seating. This keeps the cabin comfortable for everyone and the pet secure for the full run up I-95 to Dania Beach.
Payment runs through Venmo, Zelle, or a secure link sent over WhatsApp or our website — you pick whichever is easiest. You lock the booking with a 50% deposit up front, then hand the remaining 50% to the driver on the day of the trip. A round trip is simply double the one-way fare for your vehicle tier, settled the same way. Because the rate is fixed when you reserve, the total is clear before you ever step off the ship, and the driver never asks for more at the curb. Confirming your ship name and arrival date alongside the deposit lets us slot the pickup against the terminal schedule. If your group size changes before the trip, message us and we adjust the vehicle and the balance accordingly.
Daytime hours run 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM with no surcharge. Trips that fall outside that window carry a small added charge by vehicle type.
Your driver tracks the ship’s arrival and adjusts the pickup time at no extra cost if you dock late. You do not lose the booking or pay a re-timing fee — the reserved vehicle simply shifts to match when you actually clear the terminal. Send your ship name when you book so the schedule stays aligned.
The driver meets your group curbside right outside your cruise terminal as you exit with your bags. Request a name sign in advance on WhatsApp and the driver holds it at the pickup point so you spot each other quickly in the post-disembarkation crowd. From there it is a direct load and a straight run to the Dania Beach hotel.
Yes — disembarkation morning is the most common pickup for this route. Book ahead with your ship and date, and the driver is positioned for the terminal exit even when several ships clear at once. That early reservation is what keeps the wait short on a busy morning, since the vehicle is already assigned to your group before you walk off.
The rate is per vehicle, not per person — your whole group rides for the one flat price listed above, whether the SUV carries two travelers or five. Adding passengers within a tier never raises the fare; you only move up a tier when the headcount needs a larger van. A round trip is double the one-way for that same vehicle.
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 ride to or from Port of Miami and Le Méridien Dania Beach at Fort Lauderdale Airport Hotel by sending your ship name, arrival date, headcount, and vehicle tier. We confirm the pickup, set the name sign if you want one, and lock the flat fare on the spot. Message us to hold your date.
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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.
Top de linha. pontual demais.
Mi pareja y yo, cargó la valija pesada por nosotros. llegamos a las 11pm y el auto ya estaba allí. Contentos con haber elegido esto.
I came in alone for the cruise and great suspension, didn’t feel the bumps. even with traffic the route was sensible. Recommend without hesitation.
Ayudó con maletas. Conductor profesional. Todo bien
Buenísimo. después del caos del check-in del crucero, fue un alivio. el wifi funcionó, los chicos se entretuvieron en el camino. Recomendamos sin dudar!