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Cruises from Orlando: lines, ships, itineraries and tips
Orlando's cruise port is Port Canaveral, about an hour east of the city. We list 1837 departures from Port Canaveral from November 11, 2026 to April 30, 2029, on 27 ships from 7 cruise lines. This guide sums up what sails, where it goes, how long it lasts and how to get to the ship. Every number here comes from our departures table, refreshed weekly from the cruise lines' own schedules and the port's schedule.
Last updated November 10, 2026.
Cruise lines and ships sailing from Port Canaveral
| Line | Ships (sailings) | Sailings | Lengths | Season | Lowest starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carnival Cruise Line | Carnival Glory (195), Mardi Gras (176), Carnival Festivale (99), Carnival Vista (75), Carnival Firenze (58), Carnival Breeze (46), Carnival Freedom (37), Carnival Venezia (19) | 705 | 3 to 14 nights | November 2026 to April 2029 | from $241 |
| Royal Caribbean International | Utopia of the Seas (149), Harmony of the Seas (105), Star of the Seas (103), Adventure of the Seas (65), Explorer of the Seas (29) | 451 | 2 to 14 nights | November 2026 to October 2028 | from $358 |
| MSC Cruises | MSC Grandiosa (136), MSC Seashore (99), MSC World Atlantic (23) | 258 | 3 to 8 nights | November 2026 to September 2028 | from $176 |
| Norwegian Cruise Line | Norwegian Escape (73), Norwegian Aqua (52), Norwegian Epic (43), Norwegian Breakaway (32), Norwegian Getaway (25) | 225 | 3 to 14 nights | November 2026 to September 2028 | from $209 |
| Disney Cruise Line | Disney Wish (48), Disney Fantasy (38), Disney Treasure (24), Disney Dream (2) | 112 | 3 to 13 nights | November 2026 to April 2027 | not shown |
| Celebrity Cruises | Celebrity Apex (70) | 70 | 4 to 13 nights | November 2026 to April 2029 | from $681 |
| Princess Cruises | Sky Princess (16) | 16 | 6 to 15 nights | November 2026 to March 2027 | not shown |
Starting prices are per person, two guests sharing a room, from the lines' public prices as of our last weekly check. No prices are shown for Disney, Princess; ask and I will quote them. Prices change daily; I confirm the real price before you pay.
Typical itineraries and lengths
- 3 to 5 nights: 998 sailings.
- 6 to 8 nights: 792 sailings.
- 9 nights or more: 47 sailings.
By destination: Bahamas (880), Eastern Caribbean (400), Western Caribbean (239), Southern Caribbean and Central America (194), Bahamas and Mexico (101), Mexico (16), Transatlantic and Europe (5). Most visited ports: Nassau (783), Celebration Key (594), Perfect Day CocoCay (400), Cozumel (333), RelaxAway (296), Great Stirrup Cay (220), Amber Cove (185), Ocean Cay (183). Browse every date on cruises by month, by destination or by ship.
The cruise terminals at Port Canaveral
Port Canaveral sits in Cape Canaveral on the Space Coast, with terminals on both sides of the harbor reached from State Road 528 at Exits 54A and 54B. On the port's own schedule: Cruise Terminal 1: Royal Caribbean; Cruise Terminal 3: Carnival; Cruise Terminal 5: Norwegian, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity; Cruise Terminal 6: Carnival, Norwegian, Princess; Cruise Terminal 8: Disney; Cruise Terminal 10: MSC, Disney. Check your cruise documents for your terminal.
Parking and getting to the port
Each terminal has its own garage or lot. Rates, accessible parking and addresses are on our Port Canaveral parking page. Flying in? See airport to port, and if you arrive the night before, hotels near the port.
Allow extra time if a rocket launch is planned on your sail day; launches from Cape Canaveral can draw crowds near the port.
Best time to cruise from Port Canaveral
The months with the most sailings are March 2027 (104), January 2027 (101), April 2027 (98); the quietest are November 2028 (19), February 2029 (20). Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30; summer and fall sailings can change ports because of weather.
For a month by month count and the official hurricane season dates, see best time to cruise from Port Canaveral.
How to book a cruise from Port Canaveral with me
I run Sail From Orlando. Find a sailing you like and press I'm interested on its row or page, or send me a request. I check the current price and room options, answers your questions, and books it for you.
Frequently asked questions
Which cruise lines sail from Port Canaveral?
From November 11, 2026 to April 30, 2029 we list 1837 Port Canaveral sailings: Carnival Cruise Line (705), Royal Caribbean International (451), MSC Cruises (258), Norwegian Cruise Line (225), Disney Cruise Line (112), Celebrity Cruises (70), Princess Cruises (16)
How long are cruises from Port Canaveral?
Of the 1837 sailings with a published itinerary, 998 (54%) are 3 to 5 nights, 792 are 6 to 8 nights and 47 are 9 nights or longer.
Where do cruises from Port Canaveral go?
By destination on the current schedule: Bahamas (880 sailings), Eastern Caribbean (400 sailings), Western Caribbean (239 sailings), Southern Caribbean and Central America (194 sailings), Bahamas and Mexico (101 sailings). The most visited ports are Nassau (783), Celebration Key (594), Perfect Day CocoCay (400), Cozumel (333), RelaxAway (296).
Which terminal does my cruise leave from?
On the port's current schedule, Cruise Terminal 1: Royal Caribbean; Cruise Terminal 3: Carnival; Cruise Terminal 5: Norwegian, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity; Cruise Terminal 6: Carnival, Norwegian, Princess; Cruise Terminal 8: Disney; Cruise Terminal 10: MSC, Disney. Lines can move between terminals, so your cruise documents name your terminal.
Where do I park for a Port Canaveral cruise?
Every terminal has a garage and surface lots. Parking is $20 per day plus tax, cards only, with no reservations, per the port. See our parking page for details.
What is the best time to cruise from Port Canaveral?
The busiest months on the current schedule are March 2027 (104 sailings), January 2027 (101 sailings), April 2027 (98 sailings). Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30, so summer and fall sailings can change route.
How far ahead should I book a cruise from Port Canaveral?
This site lists upcoming Port Canaveral sailings from November 11, 2026 to April 30, 2029. Every cruise has a final payment date, set by the cruise line, usually about 2 to 4 months before you sail. If you book before that date, you can usually pay a deposit now and the rest by the final payment date. If you book after it, full payment is due when you book. Popular dates and connecting cabins can sell out, so ask us early and we will tell you the final payment date and what is still open.
How do I book a cruise from Port Canaveral?
Pick a sailing on Sail From Orlando and press I'm interested, or send me a request. I confirm the current price and book it for you.