Early Return Flight Dilemma (Venice)

[TNT Cruisers]

Unfortunately we are stuck with an early fight out of Venice (7:20am). We've made wonderful plans for pre and post cruise stays in Venice, but that darn early departure time is worrying me due to the necessity of arriving 2.5 to 3 hours pre-flight to get through customs and security. We have found a hotel somewhat near the Venice airport, but I cannot get a guarantee on transport to the airport at that hour. Any experienced voice out there with advice? Will I be able to get a taxi if the hotel's shuttle is not active that early or would a reserved private car be recommended? Any hotel recommendations in the airport area? Thanks from a first poster.

[Cruise Junky]

There's no way it's going to take 2.5 - 3 hours to get through Security, and Customs is something you'll hit upon arrival back in the US. I don't even think security opens until around 5:00 am. Don't panic, you'll have plenty of time. Your hotel will be able to set you up with transportation.

[cusyl]

? Will I be able to get a taxi if the hotel's shuttle is not active that early or would a reserved private car be recommended? Any hotel recommendations in the airport area? Thanks from a first poster.

We found this company to be very reliable when we were in Venice in June.

http://www.venice-limousine.com/

[TNT Cruisers]

Thank you both. Having now found a hotel next to Marco Polo with a shuttle beginning at 5am, I think we're cool. Thanks for the reassurance.