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Sanford Airport to Port Canaveral Transportation (SFB): Private SUVs & Group Vans
Sanford Airport to Port Canaveral is about 60 miles, roughly a 60 to 75 minute drive via SR 417 and SR 528. No cruise line runs transfers from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB). JOB Transportation drives you, timed to your flight, in a minivan or SUV (up to 6) or a 12- or 14-passenger Ford Transit, from $189 per vehicle.
- Distance
- About 60 milesGo Port says 60, Resort Rat 61
- Drive time
- 1 hour to 1 hour 15SR 417 south, then SR 528 east
- Cruise-line buses
- None from SFBCruise-line transfers run from MCO
- Price
- From $189Per vehicle, one way, tolls included
Sanford Airport to Port Canaveral prices by vehicle
You pay per vehicle, not per seat. Prices are one way, tolls and airport fees included; the return from Port Canaveral to Sanford costs the same.
- Round trips save a step.
- Car seats and boosters: we carry seats and boosters for each child's age and size, and they are priced when you book.
- A grocery stop on the way (arranged when you book). We drive by reservation (call or WhatsApp to check your time).
| Vehicle | Seats | One-way flat rate | Per person when full |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minivan | Up to 6 | $189 | $31.50 |
| Ford Expedition or Chevrolet Suburban SUV | Up to 6 | $199 | $33.17 |
| Ford Transit 12-passenger van | Up to 12 | $269 | $22.42 |
| Ford Transit 14-passenger van | Up to 14 | $289 | $20.64 |
Shuttle, Uber or private van from SFB: what each costs
Uber's route data puts the average Cape Canaveral to Sanford ride at $111 per car. Go Port charges $49.99 per person for its shared shuttle and $299 for a private car seating up to 6. A JOB vehicle is one flat price for up to 14 people, with no pickup window.
| Option | One-way price | Charged | Timing and limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| JOB minivan, SUV or van | From $189 | Per vehicle | Timed to your flight; up to 14 in one van; car seats on request |
| Go Port shared shuttle | $49.99 | Per person, children included | One pickup window, 10:30 to 11:00 AM; flights landing after 10:00 AM need other transport |
| Go Port private car | $299 ($598 round trip) | Per vehicle | Up to 6; pickups 9:00 to 11:30 AM; book by noon two days ahead |
| Orlando Express shuttle | $40 ($80 round trip) | Per person | Shared with other cruisers |
| Uber or Lyft | About $111 on average; more for UberXL or surge | Per car | UberXL seats up to 6; car seats not guaranteed |
| Taxi | Over $100, metered | Per trip | Same pickup zone as rideshare |
| Rental car | Rental rate plus Port parking at $20 a day plus tax | Per car | You drive after your flight |
As published by Go Port and Orlando Express; Uber figure from Uber's route data; taxi and parking per Resort Rat and Port Canaveral. Checked October 2026. Looking for a Sanford to Port Canaveral bus? No cruise line runs one from SFB.
What will your group pay per person?
| Riders | JOB vehicle and price | JOB per person | Go Port shuttle, $49.99 each | Go Port private cars, $299 each |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Minivan, $189 | $47.25 | $199.96 | 1 car: $299 |
| 6 | Minivan, $189 | $31.50 | $299.94 | 1 car: $299 |
| 9 | 12-passenger van, $269 | $29.89 | $449.91 | 2 cars: $598 |
| 12 | 12-passenger van, $269 | $22.42 | $599.88 | 2 cars: $598 |
| 14 | 14-passenger van, $289 | $20.64 | $699.86 | 3 cars: $897 |
For one or two travelers, a shuttle seat or rideshare usually costs less, and we will tell you so. At 4 travelers, shuttle seats cost $160 to $200 in total, about the same as one private minivan; from 7 up, one van replaces two or three cars.
7 to 14 people? One van, one ride to the ship
Book one 12- or 14-passenger Ford Transit, and the whole group and its luggage ride to the ship together. Go Port's private cars seat up to six, so larger parties need more cars.
- Families sharing a cabin block, reunions, wedding parties: six adults and three kids fit in the 12-passenger van.
- The 12-passenger van fits your luggage and the 14-passenger van your luggage (we confirm the fit when you book).
- 15 or more: ask about two vehicles, or see our private group shuttle.
Flying Allegiant into SFB? How pickup works
Your pickup follows your flight, not a fixed shuttle window. Go Port's SFB shuttle has one 10:30 to 11:00 AM pickup, and passengers landing after 10:00 AM must find another ride.
- 1
Book ahead with your flight number, riders and children's ages, suitcases and ship. The Port requires fares to be pre-arranged and pre-paid.
- 2
Meet your driver in SFB's pickup zone for pre-arranged rides, across the street from Baggage Claim 1 to 3.
- 3
Head south on SR 417, with a grocery stop if you like.
- 4
Arrive at your terminal curb, where porters take checked bags.
When to land, and the day-before option
Disney Cruise Line's one-hour MCO transfer needs guests to land by 11:30 AM; SFB is about 15 minutes farther, so aim to land by 11:00 AM. The safest plan is flying in the day before.
Arriving the day before? We drive from SFB to Cocoa Beach, Cape Canaveral or Orlando-area hotels; ask for a quote. Cocoa Beach is about 65 miles from SFB, and some Cocoa Beach hotels run cruise shuttles. Staying in Orlando or Sanford? See Orlando to Port Canaveral car service.
Port Canaveral back to Sanford
Most ships dock between 6:00 and 7:00 AM. Your driver meets you in the Port's designated pickup area and drives you to SFB for the same flat rate; Go Port's shuttle back leaves at a fixed 9:00 AM. SFB recommends arriving 2 hours before domestic flights, and the drive takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
| Domestic flight leaves SFB at | Leave Port Canaveral by |
|---|---|
| 12:00 PM | 8:45 AM |
| 1:00 PM | 9:45 AM |
| 2:00 PM | 10:45 AM |
| 3:00 PM | 11:45 AM |
Drop-off at every Port Canaveral cruise terminal
We drop you in front of your terminal. Assignments can change, so send us your ship and sail date.
- CT1Royal Caribbean: Utopia, Harmony and Star of the SeasExit 54B
- CT3Carnival Glory, Mardi Gras and Venezia; Caribbean Princess (September and October 2026)Exit 54B
- CT5Explorer of the Seas; Celebrity Apex; Norwegian Epic, Getaway and PrimaExit 54A
- CT6Carnival Vista and Freedom; Adventure of the Seas (September and October 2026); Sky Princess; Norwegian EscapeExit 54A
- CT8Disney Fantasy, Disney Treasure, Disney WishExit 54A
- CT10MSC Seashore and MSC Grandiosa; some Disney Wish sailingsExit 54A
Evening flight home? Kennedy Space Center does not allow luggage; ask about our Port Canaveral baggage hold. Flying home from MCO instead? Book Port Canaveral to Orlando Airport.
Is SFB or MCO closer to Port Canaveral?
MCO is closer: Orlando International is 42 to 45 miles from Port Canaveral, against about 60 miles from SFB. If a Sanford fare saves your group more than the difference in ride cost, SFB is the better deal.
| Orlando Sanford (SFB) | Orlando International (MCO) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distance to Port Canaveral | About 60 miles | 42 to 45 miles |
| Drive time | About 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes | About 45 to 60 minutes |
| Airlines | Allegiant, Arajet, Sun Country (seasonal), BermudAir (from October 2026) | 37 major airlines |
| Cruise-line transfers | None | Yes, such as Disney Cruise Line at $45 per guest |
| JOB flat rate from | $189 | $159 |
Compare Orlando Airport to Port Canaveral, read which airport to fly into for Port Canaveral, or visit the parks first: Sanford Airport to Disney World.
Sanford to Port Canaveral on the map
Sanford sits north-east of Orlando; the cruise terminals are about an hour south-east via SR 417 and SR 528. Pick a place to see its route from MCO.
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Why cruise groups book JOB Transportation
JOB is a family-run Orlando company, and riders know Pedro and his family by name.
$1,000,000 liability insurance
Far above Florida's for-hire minimum of $125,000/$250,000/$50,000 (Fla. Stat. 324.032).
Maintained vehicles
Every vehicle is inspected and well maintained before each trip.
Family-run
You deal with the family that drives you, from the first message to the terminal curb.
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Frequently asked questions
Flying into Sanford for a cruise?
Call, text or WhatsApp us with your flight, ship and group size. We reply with a flat price.
How far is Sanford Airport from Port Canaveral?
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) is about 60 miles from Port Canaveral. The drive takes about 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes via SR 417 and SR 528, depending on traffic.
Is there a shuttle from Sanford Airport to Port Canaveral?
Yes, but the options are limited. No cruise line runs SFB transfers. Go Port's shared shuttle costs $49.99 per person with one 10:30 to 11:00 AM pickup window, and Orlando Express charges $40 per person. A private van or SUV is timed to your flight instead.
How much does an Uber from Sanford Airport to Port Canaveral cost?
Uber's own route data shows an average fare of about $111 between Cape Canaveral and Sanford, a trip of about 70 miles and 67 minutes. Expect to pay more for UberXL or during surge pricing, and a group of more than 6 needs a second car.
Is SFB or MCO closer to Port Canaveral?
Orlando International Airport (MCO) is closer, at 42 to 45 miles and about 45 to 60 minutes. SFB is about 60 miles away, so allow roughly 15 extra minutes.
Can 12 to 14 people ride together from SFB to Port Canaveral?
Yes. Our 12- and 14-passenger Ford Transit vans carry the whole group and its luggage. Fourteen riders in one van works out to about $20.64 per person.
What if my flight into Sanford is delayed?
Your pickup is planned around your landing time, not a fixed shuttle window like Go Port's 10:30 to 11:00 AM pickup. Send us your flight number when you book: we adjust your pickup to your flight's new time.
Do you provide car seats for cruise transfers from SFB?
Yes. We carry seats and boosters for each child's age and size, and they are priced when you book; tell us each child's age when you book.
Can you drive us from Port Canaveral back to Sanford Airport?
Yes. We meet you outside your cruise terminal on debarkation morning and drive you to SFB for the same flat rate, from $189.
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Reserve your Sanford to Port Canaveral ride
Send your flight, ship and group size. We confirm your vehicle and one flat price, either direction.
JOB Transportation of Florida is an independent company and is not affiliated with Orlando Sanford International Airport, Port Canaveral, any cruise line, Allegiant Air or Go Port. Third-party prices were checked in October 2026 and can change.