Debarking

[Kelli0927]

What time does self assist departure from the ship usually start? I'm trying to estimate transportation pick up. Also, given your previous experience, what would be the earliest I could book a flight out from FLL if I'm sailing from Miami?

[Mum2Mercury]

Officially self-disembarkation tends to start at 7:00. 

 

We sailed out of Miami in September, and this was our experience:  We joined the disembarkation line, which snaked through the dining room and out onto the promenade deck about 6:45 -- about 75 people were ahead of us.  The line started moving (quickly) about 7:15.  We exited the terminal about 7:30 and were through Customs and in our car driving towards home about 7:40.  The whole thing was quick and efficient.  

 

I personally wouldn't count on it being that quick -- you just never know.  I would not want a flight any earlier than 9:00.  Your comfort zone might vary.  

Edited December 2, 2022 by Mum2Mercury

[Biker19]

14 minutes ago, Kelli0927 said:

What time does self assist departure from the ship usually start?

About 30-45 minutes after arrival.

[neverbeenhere]

10:00 am flight out of FLL with transportation from the port of Miami with self carry. 

[loman]

Me , i wouldnt book anything before noon . I like a little bit of a buffer.

[time4u2go]

1 hour ago, Kelli0927 said:

What time does self assist departure from the ship usually start? I'm trying to estimate transportation pick up. Also, given your previous experience, what would be the earliest I could book a flight out from FLL if I'm sailing from Miami?

What time is your ship scheduled to arrive in Miami? It kind of depends on that.

[Sunshine3601]

In the past we have done 11 am flights and had time to relax and grab a bite to eat in airport lounge.  Definitely do not recommend any earlier than 10 am.   If your cruise is on or close to a holiday expect longer waits for TSA, precheck doesn't always work.

[Kelli0927]

Thanks everyone. Our ship is due to dock at 7. We'll book the 1130 flight and hope for the best.