Cruising from FLL

[wdwnuts]

This is our first time cruising out of FLL. Should we fly into Miami or FLL? Not sure which is the best option.

 

[dad of 3 addicted to DCL]

Fort Lauderdale airport is super duper close to Port Everglades. There's also a whole host of different hotels within 5 to 10 minute driving time. I suppose it depends on economics in which one is easier / cheaper for you. All things being equal I would (and have) fly into fort Lauderdale airport

 

[Pixarfans]

If you can go into FLL it’s better. Smaller airport and 15-20 ride to port.
West palm beach is about 50 minutes north and also small, just not as many transport options. Miami is big but not far (maybe 30 minutes).

 

[justafigment27]

We flew into FLL. Very easy and lots of hotels in the area for the night before. After the cruise, it’s a quick transfer to the airport.

 

[starvenger]

I think FLL is the better way to go. As mentioned, there are plenty of hotels to choose from. The cluster on SE 17th street basically caters to the cruise crowd, and there's plenty of restaurants and stores to eat at/grab the things you forgot to pack/buy wine. Some of the hotels have shuttles, but uber/lyft is very convenient from there as well.

Leaving the ship, it is super quick to FLL, so you can take earlier flights (but not TOO early of course). Just walk off the ship and you'll be at the terminal within 30 minutes.

With all that said, Miami is still pretty close and I wouldn't completely dismiss flying into there if I got a really good deal.

 

[PrincessShmoo]

I suppose it depends on economics in which one is easier / cheaper for you. All things being equal I would (and have) fly into fort Lauderdale airport

I'll add that direct flights to FLL can be limited from some cities.

 

[CruiseGoon]

Unless you have something in mind that you want to do in Miami, FLL is the way to go. It's a much nicer airport, calmer, less crowded, plenty of hotels nearby with plenty of dining options that are walkable. Although the shuttle pick-up area has a lot to be desired.

 

[shb5007]

FLL. Just cruised out of FLL for the first time, and it was truly a breeze.

 

[jimmymc]

FLL is much closer, 15 minute ride from port and local hotels.

MIA is about 30 miles and can be a long ride with traffic.

 

[KKKKCS]

If cost isn't a concern, definitely Ft. Lauderdale. Super close to the port, lots of decent hotels, etc.. If money is tight, or there is a huge difference in flight costs, Miami is really not that far. Maybe an additional 20 minutes to the port or hotel. We have done both and prefer FLL, but for the times that MIA is significantly cheaper, MIA here we come.