Private transfers between Melbourne Airport, Port Canaveral and Cocoa Beach
To your ship or your hotel before the cruise, and back to MLB after. Direct, nonstop service to every Port Canaveral terminal and to hotels in Cocoa Beach and Cape Canaveral, with no waiting and no sharing.
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Melbourne Airport to Port Canaveral Shuttle
Many cruisers flying to Port Canaveral don't realize Melbourne (MLB) is the closest airport to the port. It's smaller than Orlando, with shorter lines, and our local drivers meet you right outside baggage claim and take you straight to your ship.
We track every arrival on American, Delta, Allegiant, Sun Country and TUI, so your driver is ready when you land. Staying at a hotel in Cocoa Beach or Cape Canaveral the night before your cruise? We take you there too.
Just off your cruise? We pick you up at any Port Canaveral terminal and take you straight back to Melbourne Airport or your hotel. One-way trips are fine too.
Your Melbourne Airport to Port Canaveral shuttle, done right
A private cruise transfer, booked ahead at a flat rate, with a vehicle reserved for your group alone.
From MLB to your ship
When you book a Melbourne Airport to Port Canaveral shuttle with us, your driver meets you at MLB, loads your luggage and takes you straight to your cruise terminal. No shared shuttle, no extra stops and no surge pricing. Because the vehicle is reserved for your group, you leave the airport as soon as you have your bags, not when a shuttle fills up.
Every terminal, plus nearby hotels
Our MLB to Port Canaveral transportation goes to every terminal at the port, CT1 through CT10, so you are dropped right where your cruise line checks you in. Arriving the day before? We also take you to hotels in Cape Canaveral and Cocoa Beach, and we can pick you up there on sailing day for the short trip to the ship.
Back to the airport after your cruise
Our Port Canaveral to Melbourne Airport shuttle picks you up at the terminal and takes you directly to MLB, often in time for a late-morning flight home. Since Melbourne is a small airport with short security lines, you spend less time waiting after your cruise and more time getting home.
Flying into Melbourne vs Orlando for your cruise
Most cruisers default to Orlando. Here is why many end up choosing Melbourne instead.
- Distance to the portAbout 29 miles
- Airport sizeSmall, one terminal, short lines
- Arriving for your flight homeAbout an hour before is usually enough
- Flying home after your cruiseA late-morning flight is often possible
- Flight choicesFewer airlines and routes
- Distance to the portAbout 45 miles
- Airport sizeOne of the busiest airports in the country
- Arriving for your flight homePlan on two hours or more
- Flying home after your cruiseUsually an afternoon flight
- Flight choicesMany more airlines and nonstop flights
We serve both. Flying into Orlando instead? See our Orlando Airport to Port Canaveral shuttle.
MLB to Port Canaveral and Cocoa Beach fares
Flat one-way fares for private, no-share, door-to-door service. The same fare applies from the port back to the airport.
| Passengers | One-way fare |
|---|---|
| 1 to 2 passengers | $125 |
| 3 to 4 passengers | $145 |
| 5 to 6 passengers (minivan) | $165 |
| 6 to 7 passengers (van) | $245 |
| 8 passengers (van) | $265 |
Why choose a private shuttle from Melbourne Airport to Port Canaveral?
Skip the rideshare gamble
Uber and Lyft availability at MLB is inconsistent, surge pricing can catch you off guard, and drivers do not always know the cruise terminals. The last thing you want on embarkation day is a driver circling the wrong side of the port.
No waiting, no sharing
Shared shuttles run on their schedule, not yours. That means waiting for other passengers and making extra stops on a trip that should be simple.
Both directions covered
Your vehicle is reserved only for your group, on the way to the port and on the way back to Melbourne Airport after your cruise.
Timing is everything
Our flat-rate, door-to-door service gets you to your terminal on time, and gets you home just as smoothly when the cruise ends. No surge pricing, no scrambling.
Locally owned and operated
We have been transporting travelers between Melbourne Airport and Port Canaveral since 2012. Every reservation is handled in-house, not by a call center or a booking app, so the person you talk to is the one who plans your trip.
Booking a cruise transfer from Melbourne Airport
Reserve ahead
Our Melbourne Airport to Port Canaveral shuttle is a private, reserved service, so we do not take walk-up passengers at the airport. Book online or call or text (321) 221-1111 before you travel, ideally once your flight and cruise are confirmed. You get a flat rate up front, and your driver is assigned and waiting when you land.
Meeting your driver
We track your flight from the moment you book. If you land early or late, your pickup time moves with it, so there is no need to call. Your driver meets you just outside baggage claim at MLB and helps load your luggage, car seats and carry-ons.
Staying near the port first
Many cruisers fly into Melbourne the day before and spend the night in Cocoa Beach or Cape Canaveral. We can take you from MLB to your hotel, then pick you up on sailing morning for the short trip to your terminal, so the travel day and the cruise day stay separate and stress free.
Your trip home
On the last day, tell us your disembarkation plan when you book. We schedule your pickup at the terminal for when you expect to be off the ship and take you straight back to Melbourne Airport or your hotel. Groups of up to 8 travel together, with room for everyone's luggage.
Which Port Canaveral terminal is my ship?
We serve every cruise terminal at Port Canaveral, door to door. See the full list of terminals, addresses and ships on our Port Canaveral shuttle page.
Melbourne Airport to Port Canaveral questions
Which airport is closest to Port Canaveral?
Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB) is the closest major airport to Port Canaveral and the Cocoa Beach area, about 27 miles away. Many travelers flying in for a cruise do not realize MLB is much closer than Orlando (MCO).
How long does it take to get from Melbourne Airport to Port Canaveral?
About 40 to 50 minutes under normal conditions. On cruise mornings, build in a buffer, since the terminals get busy.
My cruise leaves at noon. What time should I book my shuttle from MLB?
Most cruise lines want you boarding by about 10:30 AM. If your flight lands around 8 AM, a 9 AM pickup gives you a comfortable cushion. We track your flight and adjust automatically if it is delayed.
Can I realistically catch an 11 AM flight out of MLB after my cruise?
Yes, and it is one of the biggest advantages of flying out of Melbourne. MLB is small and security moves quickly, so you only need to arrive about an hour before your flight. Ships usually start disembarking around 7:30 to 8 AM, so a direct private shuttle gets you to MLB in time. That is much harder from Orlando.
Is a private shuttle worth it over a rideshare?
On cruise day, yes. Rideshare drivers often cancel long trips to the port because they return empty. A pre-booked private shuttle removes that risk.
We are a group of 8. Can you fit us all in one vehicle?
Yes. Our vans carry groups of up to 8 with plenty of luggage space. One vehicle, one flat rate, everyone together.
We have a lot of luggage. Is there enough room?
Yes. Packed for a 7-day cruise or traveling with strollers and gear, there is room for everything without cramming anyone in.
Do I need a reservation?
Yes. We are a private service and do not take walk-up passengers at the airport. Booking ahead means your driver is ready and waiting when you land.
Do you go to hotels and Airbnbs near Port Canaveral?
Yes. We serve all hotels, resorts and Airbnbs in the Cocoa Beach and Port Canaveral area, before or after your cruise.
What if our flight into MLB is delayed?
We monitor all incoming flights and adjust your pickup automatically. No phone call needed.
Do you provide car seats?
Yes. Up to two car seats or boosters per vehicle, free of charge. Mention it when you book.
Do I need to tip the driver?
Tipping is not required, but it is very much appreciated by our drivers, especially on busy cruise days.