Cheapest way from cruise terminal to Ft. Lauderdale airport

[katieralph]

We asked this when we went to Bermuda from Boston in May and had the easiest trip on the Boston buses for $2. Any ideas for Florida. We're going through the Panama Canal on HAL in November. Thanks.;)

[Keith1010]

The cheapest way is just taking a taxi. It's a short, convenient and relatively inexpensive ride.

 

Keith

[luvs2travl]

By cab - about $15.00 or so!

 

What HAL ship will you be on in November?

 

We did the FLL - SD full canal transit LAST November on the "Oosterdam" - FABULOUS trip! You will love it!

[sail7seas]

I agree about the taxi. It is about 10 minutes and $13 or so dollars.

 

[vmom]

The port and airport are very close to you. A taxi is both the cheapest and fastest way.

 

It can't be more than a 10 minute drive depending on traffic.

[paul929207]

Actually, the cheapest way is to walk. Next cheapest is usually a taxi

[Keith1010]

Actually, the cheapest way is to walk. Next cheapest is usually a taxi

 

Yes and the dumbest way.

[luvs2travl]

Actually, the cheapest way is to walk. Next cheapest is usually a taxi

 

HUH??? :confused: I really think the OP was asking for a more practical response.....

[mitsugirly]

You can get transportation with SAS and I've heard about the train as well.

[texkan]

Used taxi in April 2010 and fare was $20 from port to airport.

[concour]

Just back from a cruise out of Ft Lauderdale. A taxi to the pier was right at $15 and the return was $2.50 cheaper. There is a $2.50 charge for taxis originating from the airport. There was no wait to get the taxis.

[katieralph]

Had hoped for a cheap bus or trolley. Cab fare sounds fine. Hiking with suitcases won't work. Thanks for all the quick responses. We're on the Statendam out of San Diego for 14 days with our single 36 year old daughter who is treating us to this trip. Really looking forward to a great time.:D

[Dancer Bob]

The absolutely cheapest is to walk to 17 Street, then take the Broward County #40, connect to the #1 bus, $3. But if you're a typical HAL passenger, a taxi is by far the best choice.

[euro cruiser]

There are shared vans, but they're not much cheaper than a cab and you have to wait until they are filled.

 

From the airport web site: (http://www.broward.org/Airport/About/Pages/FAQs.aspx#tport)

 

 

 

How do I get to Port Everglades?

Located less than four miles from FLL, there are three transportation options: shared ride, luxury sedan, and taxi cab.

1. Shared Ride

Shared van rides offered through

GO Airport Shuttle

cost $11 per person to Port Everglades. A van will hold a maximum of ten passengers. 2. Luxury Sedan

GO Airport Shuttle

also offer luxury sedan rides to Port Everglades for $40 (for up to four people).

Contact

For more information, visit

GO Airport Shuttle

or call 800-244-8252/ 954-561-8888.

3. Taxi Cab

Taxi cabs are also available at $12 (estimated) based on the meter reading. Cabs accept up to five people for the fare stated on the taxi's meter.

Contact

Call

Yellow Cab

at 954-777-7777 for more information.

Check-In at Transportation Podiums

Check-in for the shared ride, luxury sedan, and taxi cab are at the Transportation Podiums. The podiums are located outside the baggage area in each terminal on the lower level by the curb.

Fees

Fees listed above are subject to change so call for the latest prices or check the rate comparison chart. The rate charts are posted on the podiums and on the walls near terminal exits in the baggage claim areas.

Operational Hours

The taxi cabs operate 24/7.

GO Airport Shuttle

services (for shared ride and luxury sedan) are available for all incoming flights. If you need their service more than a few hours after the last fight arrives, contact them by phone.

Waiting Times

Maximum wait is 30 minutes for the shared van ride. Most vans leave within 10 minutes. Luxury sedan service and taxi cabs are generally available immediately.

Travel Time

Travel time from FLL to Port Everglades is about 10 minutes, but may vary depending on traffic. We suggest allowing a minimum of 45 minutes between your flight arrival time and scheduled check-in time at Port Everglades.

[Wingtips56]

I'd recommend the taxi as well. It's easy and one price for the car, not paid by the head as with shared rides. You can't really get any cheaper without it becoming more hassle than it's worth ("Time is money!"). You don't have to wait for the bus to fill up and then creep along, stopping at everyone else's airline entrance at the airport before finally getting to yours. I've had to run out and put my bags back on that were taken off at the wrong stop.

 

In other ports, taxi is usually the most expensive because the airport is farther away. But not at FLL. Hindsight is always best....we had booked the ship's bus coming back at FLL not knowing how close it was to the airport. It cost us an unnecessary fortune and took forever.

 

Steven

[mitsugirly]

Can someone clarify for me...maybe I'm just confused on where this OP is coming from. Are they cruising out of Miami and trying to get to FLL airport? Or somewhere else?

[Krazy Kruizers]

Actually, the cheapest way is to walk. Next cheapest is usually a taxi

 

You are kidding -- right??!!

[Krazy Kruizers]

We asked this when we went to Bermuda from Boston in May and had the easiest trip on the Boston buses for $2. Any ideas for Florida. We're going through the Panama Canal on HAL in November. Thanks.;)

 

HAL charges way too much for their transfers from the airport to the cruise terminal.

You can get a taxi -- and there are tons of them in Ft Lauderdale for around $15 inlcuding tips.

[Krazy Kruizers]

Can someone clarify for me...maybe I'm just confused on where this OP is coming from. Are they cruising out of Miami and trying to get to FLL airport? Or somewhere else?

 

From What I understand OP is flying in from California to Ft Lauderdale to take a HAL cruise.

[mitsugirly]

From What I understand OP is flying in from California to Ft Lauderdale to take a HAL cruise.

 

I know but out of what port? Is there a different port than Miami? Is that where the OP is going from FLL airport to Miami to board the ship?

[euro cruiser]

I know but out of what port? Is there a different port than Miami? Is that where the OP is going from FLL airport to Miami to board the ship?

Port Everglades, in Fort Lauderdale.

[mitsugirly]

Oh ok. I wasn't aware of a port there. Thanks.

[centurycruiser]

HAL doesn't sail from Miami.

 

Taxis are frequently less expensive than transfers because you only have to pay once. FLL, MIA, SJU, LGA, SAN, SEA, BOS, HNL, YVR, PHL all cheaper by taxi. I am sure there are others.

[CPT Trips]

OP could take a rental car shuttle from the cruise terminal over to the car rental facility and then transfer to a shuttle to the terminal :p

[MadameButterfly]

Walking through that area is a sure-fire deathwish. Just hop in a taxi, they know where to go and it'll get you there fast. We've cruised out of FLL and taken the quick taxi ride from FLL to the Port Everglades Cruise Terminal each time with no problem, no hold up, easy-peasy.