Rare CruzerDeb Posted April 28, 2016 #1 Share Posted April 28, 2016 What would be the cheapest, most reliable transportation from the port to the airport? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lizardhowson Posted April 28, 2016 #2 Share Posted April 28, 2016 The simplest is to just take a taxi, there is a fixed fare. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikesteg Posted April 28, 2016 #3 Share Posted April 28, 2016 Taxi: http://www.floridacruisetips.com/how-to-get-to-miami-cruise-port/ ... so depending on the number of people Taxi may be less (or far less) than Carnival transfers. Also, it's continuously available as you get to the curb. Carnival: Between Miami Airport and Port Miami: One Way: $16.50 Round Trip: $33.00 http://www.carnival.com/cruise-transfers/miami.aspx Either option is quite reliable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loretta5ue Posted April 28, 2016 #4 Share Posted April 28, 2016 FYI, I got hosed on that flat fare taxi thing in January... I don't recall seeing the meter say $27 flat fee. I paid $50 including the tip for 2 on marathon weekend (which was why we needed the car since we couldn't return our budget car rental to their port location). Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoxieCruiser Posted April 28, 2016 #5 Share Posted April 28, 2016 Take the Carnival Shuttle. It's not too expensive and very convenient. You can order it online when you book or at guest services once your on the cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doggielover68 Posted April 28, 2016 #6 Share Posted April 28, 2016 Taxi Sent from my iPad using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loretta5ue Posted April 28, 2016 #7 Share Posted April 28, 2016 We took an Avani Limo of the return from POM to FLL, they should be able to do Miami International too Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare CruzerDeb Posted April 28, 2016 Author #8 Share Posted April 28, 2016 Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikesteg Posted April 28, 2016 #9 Share Posted April 28, 2016 FYI, I got hosed on that flat fare taxi thing in January... I don't recall seeing the meter say $27 flat fee. I paid $50 including the tip for 2 on marathon weekend (which was why we needed the car since we couldn't return our budget car rental to their port location). There is that. Like the Vegas taxi drivers who ask a seemingly innocent question like "can I take the freeway?" which adds $10 to your $15 fare. It's been awhile since we used the bus: does Carnival take the bags from your room to the airport, or you need to pick them up and take them through Customs? It would be nice to have the bags go direct, but I suspect that is not the case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firemanbobswife Posted April 28, 2016 #10 Share Posted April 28, 2016 Uber. Less than $10 and super fast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjl1977 Posted April 28, 2016 #11 Share Posted April 28, 2016 There is that. Like the Vegas taxi drivers who ask a seemingly innocent question like "can I take the freeway?" which adds $10 to your $15 fare. It's been awhile since we used the bus: does Carnival take the bags from your room to the airport, or you need to pick them up and take them through Customs? It would be nice to have the bags go direct, but I suspect that is not the case. Carnival has Lugage Direct which costs $20 I believe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ready2cruzagain Posted April 28, 2016 #12 Share Posted April 28, 2016 Taxi is fastest and easiest. It should be a flat rate of $27 but I always ask the taxi driver before I get in to make sure he will not rip me off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Itzmyn Posted April 28, 2016 #13 Share Posted April 28, 2016 We did Carnival shuttle bus. They take you to a dedicated Carnival area on the lower level where you can check in your bags and get boarding passes etc. Very convenient. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firemanbobswife Posted April 28, 2016 #14 Share Posted April 28, 2016 How many people are traveling? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbest5216 Posted April 28, 2016 #15 Share Posted April 28, 2016 Uber is fastest and cheapest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firemanbobswife Posted April 28, 2016 #16 Share Posted April 28, 2016 Uber is fastest and cheapest Totally agree. I wasn't convinced until I tried it. I am a total convert. No more taxis for me! I no longer have to get my cash or credit card out. It's all done automatically on my phone. The rate is known and agreed upon ahead of time as well. Plus with your first ride up to $20 free, you would be silly not to try it! I even used a promotion that gave me hotel points too. It's truly a no brainer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skrufy Posted April 28, 2016 #17 Share Posted April 28, 2016 You can do your check in at the Carnival desk in the baggage claim area and take thieir shuttle for $15.00 per person. Arrive at the port, get your zone # and your ready to board. In January we used it for the first time. All went smooth and quick. There were a total of 6 people at the desk at 9am. If you are a group of more than 2 people, then a cab is the cheaper way to go. The flat rate is around $27.00. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brewwhat Posted April 28, 2016 #18 Share Posted April 28, 2016 I'm flying in to Fort Lauderdale and taking Carnival's transfer system to Miami. It's cheaper than a cab for 2 ($31 each), with less hassle, and it eliminates worrying about a check in time when I get to Miami. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMSACE6 Posted April 28, 2016 #19 Share Posted April 28, 2016 OP, if you are not yet into Uber, and and it is you and hubby, then definitely a taxi. Fixed rate was as of last year for me 27.00. Super shuttle shared ride is 17.00 pp, so taxi is the way to go imo. I am slow to get with the times, so Uber has not yet come into my way of life:o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lablover61 Posted April 29, 2016 #20 Share Posted April 29, 2016 Without a doubt take a taxi . $ 27 + tip flat rate. Confirm that before you leave. There is usually no waiting for them immediately when you clear customs , plus if you need a SUV ( i.e. Four people plus luggage ) they are there and at no extra charge ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeepenfun Posted April 29, 2016 #21 Share Posted April 29, 2016 I was just there 2 weeks ago and took a thriller taxi ride from Miami airport to the YVE hotel Miami which is directly on Biscayne Bay Street from POM, its was $27 plus tip. We made from airport to hotel in 8 minutes. I looked up at his dash speedometer at one point and the taxi driver was doing 95 mph weaving through the cars on the highway NASCAR style. This guy had to be a former New York City cab driver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S.S.Oceanlover Posted April 29, 2016 #22 Share Posted April 29, 2016 FYI, I got hosed on that flat fare taxi thing in January... I don't recall seeing the meter say $27 flat fee. I paid $50 including the tip for 2 on marathon weekend (which was why we needed the car since we couldn't return our budget car rental to their port location). Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app They tried that with me in February. Tried to tell me it was $35.00. Sorry I was born at night, but not last night.;) Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohninDC Posted April 29, 2016 #23 Share Posted April 29, 2016 FYI, I got hosed on that flat fare taxi thing in January... I don't recall seeing the meter say $27 flat fee. I paid $50 including the tip for 2 on marathon weekend (which was why we needed the car since we couldn't return our budget car rental to their port location). Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app The flat rate fare and other fares are supposed to be posted inside the cab. Before getting into any taxi I always take a picture of the cab # and the driver info hanging off the back of the seat "just in case I forget something." Knowing that you can identify him makes it less likely that the driver will try to rip you off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loretta5ue Posted April 29, 2016 #24 Share Posted April 29, 2016 They tried that with me in February. Tried to tell me it was $35.00. Sorry I was born at night, but not last night.;) Bill Sounds about what my fare was probably $37, wanted to tip for the bags we didn't have too, and we didn't want to wait for an uber (the rest of our group was already on the ship w/o FTTF and we paid for FTTF.) I also don't know if it makes a difference but the cab picked us up at the rental car/ garage area. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivanna Cruz Posted April 29, 2016 #25 Share Posted April 29, 2016 I just returned from Miami on a cruise a couple of weeks ago. I made reservations via SUPER SHUTTLE - I pre-paid ride and tip; it was a breeze. They picked me up right outside the terminal. I also used a coupon to get a fare of $15.50. Good option for one person. A taxi should cost you $27. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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