Port Everglades Cruise Port Guide
Port Everglades is one of the world's busiest cruise ports and sits directly across from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport — the closest major airport to any cruise port in the country. The port runs eight cruise terminals split between its Northport and Midport sections, each with its own parking garage. Because the airport is so close, Fort Lauderdale is a popular same-day fly-and-cruise departure point, though you should always confirm your specific terminal before you arrive since assignments can change by sailing.
Last updated July 9, 2026
Port Everglades is defined by one fact more than any other: Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) sits about 1.8 miles away, the closest airport to any cruise port in the country. That makes same-day fly-and-cruise a genuinely popular option here. The port itself spans eight cruise terminals split between two sections — Northport and Midport — each with its own parking garage, so knowing your terminal matters before you plan anything else.
This hub is a practical starting point, not a booking engine. Use it to size up the choices in a few minutes, then follow the deeper guides for parking and hotels. Terminal assignments can shift by sailing date, so treat anything terminal-specific here as a cue to confirm, not a fixed schedule.
How to think about it
- Flying in? FLL is minutes from the port — budget 45 minutes to an hour once you count baggage claim and the transfer. Miami International (MIA) also serves the port, roughly 45 minutes to over an hour away.
- Driving in? Parking is your main decision — compare the port's Northport/Midport garages against off-site lots and hotel park-and-cruise packages.
- Confirm your terminal. Northport covers Terminals 2 and 4; Midport covers 19, 21, 25, 26, and 29 — which one you're assigned changes where you park and which hotel shuttle makes sense.
We are an independent guide and are not affiliated with any cruise line, Port Everglades, Broward County, or any airport. Always verify current terminals, prices, and shuttle details with the official or provider source before you travel.
Plan your trip
Nearby airports
| Airport | Distance to port | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) | ~1.8 mi | The closest airport to any cruise port in the country — the drive itself is minutes, but budget about 45 minutes to an hour total once you factor in baggage claim and getting to the terminal. |
| Miami International Airport (MIA) | ~27 mi | Roughly 45 minutes to just over an hour by car in normal traffic via I-95 — build in more buffer than you would flying into FLL, especially during rush hour. |
Common timing mistakes
- Entering a street address into GPS instead of searching "Port Everglades" directly — the port specifically warns this can misdirect you.
- Not confirming your cruise terminal before arrival — terminal assignments can change by sailing date, and even the same day.
- Expecting to reserve or prepay for port parking — Port Everglades does not accept parking reservations or advance payment, so you pay on-site when you arrive.
- Cutting it close on a multi-ship day — parking and terminal congestion tend to peak mid-morning when several ships are boarding at once.
- Booking a beach-area hotel for the pre-cruise night without checking shuttle availability — not every property runs a dedicated port shuttle, so you may need a taxi or rideshare instead.
Cruise terminals
- Terminal 2. Northport
- Terminal 4. Northport
- Terminal 18. Dedicated lot, separate from the Northport/Midport garages
- Terminal 19. Midport
- Terminal 21. Midport
- Terminal 25. Midport
- Terminal 26. Midport
- Terminal 29. Midport
Official source
Verify terminal, parking, and schedule details with the official source before you travel.