Airports Near Port Canaveral Cruise Terminals
Vacationers looking to fly into the Port Canaveral area for their cruise have three different airport options to choose from, each with their own benefits. We’ve designed this simple infographic (click here for a larger version) and listed a few key points about the airports near Port Canaveral to help all you cruisers who aren’t familiar with the area decide which airport is best for you.
Orlando International Airport | MCO
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Orlando International Airport, recently named the busiest airport in Florida, is located about 45 miles west of Port Canaveral. With its close proximity to Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando, it’s no surprise that this airport has service from nearly three dozen airlines, with over 75 destinations in 27 countries. There are more than 50 restaurants and food stands throughout the main terminal and four gate areas, as well as a variety of retail locations.
You’ll want to book your flight to MCO if you…
- Want the shortest commute to Port Canaveral
- Want a large selection of airline carriers
- Plan on spending part of your vacation at the theme parks or sight-seeing in Orlando
- Prefer large airports with a variety of dining and retail locations
Orlando MCO Airport Cruise Transportation
Go Port Canaveral offers the lowest priced transportation between the Orlando MCO Airport and Port Canaveral cruise terminals. Transfers are $16.99 per person one-way or $33.98 round-trip. This service includes shared shuttle transportation on a clean, air-conditioned and professionally driven luxury coach.
Orlando MCO Airport Cruise Hotel Packages
If you’re planning to arrive the day before embarkation, there are several Cruise Hotel Packages to choose from when flying into the Orlando MCO Airport. Go Port Canaveral offers a variety of Fly Snooze Cruise packages starting at just $99. Packages include a hotel stay, transportation to/ from the airport and cruise transfers. Select packages even include breakfast.
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Orlando Sanford International Airport | SFB
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The Sanford International Airport, a smaller, less crowded option than the Orlando Airport, is about 66 miles northwest of Port Canaveral. It is a hub for Allegiant Airlines, which serves 30 cities across the United States through the Sanford Airport. Although this airport is the farthest from Port Canaveral, you can find some of the cheapest airfare here. Just be sure to weigh flight savings with transportation costs to find the best value.
You’ll want to book your flight to SFB if you…
- Don’t mind a longer commute to Port Canaveral
- Are looking for the cheapest airfare
- Want to fly Allegiant Airlines
- Prefer smaller, less crowded airports
Sanford SFB Airport Cruise Transfers
Go Port Canaveral offers private transportation between the Sanford SFB Airport and Port Canaveral cruise terminals. This service includes private transportation in a luxury SUV. Sanford Airport private transportation starts at $180 for 1 vehicle (fits 1–6 people).
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Sanford SFB Airport Cruise Hotel Packages
If you’re planning to arrive the day before embarkation, there are several Cruise Hotel Packages to choose from when flying into the Sanford SFB Airport. Go Port Canaveral offers a variety of Fly Snooze Cruise packages starting at $224. Packages include a hotel stay, transportation to/from the airport and cruise transfers. Select packages even include breakfast.
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Orlando Melbourne International Airport | MLB
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Located just 27 miles south, the Melbourne International Airport is the closest airport in distance to Port Canaveral. However, the commute to your cruise terminal will likely be longer than traveling from the Orlando Airport due to local traffic. The Melbourne Airport is currently served by four commercial airlines including Delta Air Lines and American Airlines that offer daily, nonstop flights to their respective hubs in Atlanta and Charlotte. This airport is also the nearest to the coast and beaches.
You’ll want to book your flight to MLB if you…
- Want to take the longer, scenic route up the coast to Port Canaveral
- Are flying Delta or American Airlines from Atlanta or Charlotte
- Are taking a charter flight (Many private aircraft charters throughout the United States, Canada, the Caribbean and Central America utilize this airport)
- Prefer smaller, less crowded airports
Melbourne MLB Airport Cruise Hotel Packages
If you’re planning to arrive the day before embarkation, there are a few Cruise Hotel Packages to choose from when flying into the Melbourne MLB Airport. Go Port Canaveral offers a variety of Fly Snooze Cruise packages starting at $312. Packages include a hotel stay, transportation to/ from the airport and cruise transfers. Select packages even include breakfast.
