Debarkation Day?

[voodooboy]

On debarkation day I vaugely recall the process and time frame for getting to the airport. As I recall Disney begins the process around 8 Am and airport checkin is handled right before you board the bus.

My question is simple. When is the earliest time that I should schedule my return flight. I am assuming some time shortly after noon but I would like to hear from all of my fellow travelers on this topic before I book my families air fare. In advance I thank you for your assistance.

 

[KYCruiseCrazy]

to be safe i would book 11 am to 1 pm. better safe then sorry. it's a 1 hr bus ride to the airport. i hope this helps

 

[EmmasGrammy]

From all the information I have gleen from these boards, I would suggest you book your flight after 11:30 a.m. Just incase there is a hold up with customs or if there is a traffic tie up from the port to the airport, you don't want to end your trip stressing about making it to the airport on time to catch your flight. Are you using Disney transfers (bus), are you arranging for a private car service or are you renting a car? This factor will also determine your flight time. There can be long waits at the rental companies sometimes. Best to be on the safe side and schedule it around noon or a little later.

 

[invaderzim]

The last time we cruised, we were off the ship by 9:00 a.m. and had the DCL bus personnel process our luggage, etc. We got to the airport around 10:30 a.m. When we got to the airport, we just took our carryons. However, with security checks, etc., we didn't actually get through to the main terminals until 11:30 a.m.

I would be careful booking anything before Noon. You may be cutting it close if there is a holdup at either immigration or airport security.

 

[dizneyusa]

We highly recommend that you make your
return flights home after 1PM just to play
it safe.

Disney Cruise Line to date HAS THE BEST DEBARK IN
THE CRUISE INDUSTRY!!!!

We have been on several cruise lines that sometimes
you are not off that ship until 10 - 10:30AM then
you need to rush to go thru security and then make
your flight on time.

To date as we mentioned AAAA++++ for DCL on
this one. But still to play it safe, flights should be
made for after 1PM.

**Also, do not pack your documents in your luggage

Dana
beanie-babies@att.net