Tampa, Florida Port Q&A

Have been delayed many times coming in to Tampa harbor because of Fog, the last time was 4 hours! I would not take the change.

Answered by bud4dale on October 03, 2022

We were delayed 8 hours in in late December due to fog, then it took us about 2 hours to get off the ship. We are local but our friends missed their afternoon flights, and had to get a hotel. It was very stressful for them. I feel an 8 hour delay is rare, but I would recommend booking a flight as late in the day as possible.

Answered by MissyWaves on October 08, 2022

Only if you want to completely stress yourself out and ultimately suffer shear disappointment when it finally becomes clear that you'll never make it on time.

Answered by themouse11 on October 08, 2022

I just sailed in September and customs held up debarking until about 830am, we docked at 715. I'm platinum and didn't even get off until 930

Answered by cortneyb on October 08, 2022

I try to book late afternoon....or the following day...

Answered by imready2cruise on October 08, 2022

I try to do no sooner than 1 pm

Answered by walkingdeadcrz on October 08, 2022

While the port is relatively close to the Tampa Airport, I’m not sure I’d take the chance. I-275 can be a bear at any time of the day. Now you could certainly go through downtown and up Kennedy Blvd, but that’s a craps shoot as well.

Answered by PamnJeff on October 09, 2022

you should have no problem if you walk off the ship. It's not far to the airport. You will probably get off the ship between 8-830. 20 minute ride to the airport.

Answered by cue on October 13, 2022

The trip from port to airport on this Saturday at 7:37am would take a mere 12 minutes from start line to finish. How long it will take you to disembark, collect bags, get to a cab or shuttle, get checked in…heaven forbid there are any delays with the ship or customs…I wouldn’t do it.

Answered by OneBigBucFan on October 15, 2022