Norwegian Prima at Port Canaveral
Everything you need for boarding Norwegian Prima (Norwegian) at Port Canaveral. Terminal info, parking, restaurants, hotels, and pro tips.
Upcoming Sail Dates
Official schedule · Verified Aug 9, 2026
Sources: Port Canaveral cruise ship schedule, Port Canaveral Master Cruise Schedule PDF
| Date | Terminal |
|---|---|
| Sun, Aug 16, 2026 | Terminal: Cruise Terminal 5 |
| Sun, Aug 23, 2026 | Terminal: Cruise Terminal 6 |
| Sun, Aug 30, 2026 | Terminal: Cruise Terminal 5 |
| Sun, Sep 6, 2026 | Terminal: Cruise Terminal 6 |
| Sun, Sep 13, 2026 | Terminal: Cruise Terminal 5 |
| Sun, Sep 20, 2026 | Terminal: Cruise Terminal 5 |
| Sun, Sep 27, 2026 | Terminal: Cruise Terminal 5 |
Most cruise lines assign an arrival window during online check-in, and arriving inside that window is the best way to avoid the longest terminal lines. General boarding usually runs from late morning into the early afternoon, but the exact timing varies by ship, port, and sail date. Follow the check-in instructions your cruise line sends you — they always take priority over general guidance.
Where does Norwegian Prima depart from at Port Canaveral?
The current schedule lists Cruise Terminal 5. Confirm your terminal with the cruise line before traveling.
Drop-off: Terminal 5 is at the end of George King Blvd, past Terminal 3 — CT-5 is well-signed. The drop-off lane runs along the front of the building. Porters are stationed curbside to take your checked luggage. Tip $2-3 per bag.
When should I board Norwegian Prima?
Norwegian online check-in typically opens about 21 days before sailing. At busier homeports NCL typically uses check-in or arrival windows, so plan to arrive inside the window printed on your eDocs rather than at the earliest possible hour.
Windows and opening dates vary by ship, homeport, and loyalty tier, so always follow your cruise line's instructions for your specific sailing.
Where can I park for a Norwegian Prima cruise?
- Drive Yourself — Port Parking: $20/day plus tax + tolls from MCO
- Drive Yourself — Off-Site Parking: $8-12/day (free shuttle to terminal included)
Rates change — check parking and transportation options near Port Canaveral before you travel.
Official Terminal
Cruise Terminal 5
Drop-off: Terminal 5 is at the end of George King Blvd, past Terminal 3 — CT-5 is well-signed. The drop-off lane runs along the front of the building. Porters are stationed curbside to take your checked luggage. Tip $2-3 per bag.
Parking: Park in the CT-5 lot ($20/day plus tax). Parking is cashless and paid on arrival; no reservations are accepted. The walk to the terminal entrance is short.
Check-in tips:
- Terminal 5 is shared by multiple cruise lines — look for your specific cruise line's signage once inside
- This terminal can handle large ships, so embarkation-day crowds can be bigger. Arriving at your assigned time really matters here
- Have your boarding pass (app or printed) and government-issued photo ID ready for the security checkpoint — it's right inside the main entrance
- Families with strollers: there's a dedicated lane at security. Ask a porter if you don't see it
Getting to the Port
Drive Yourself — Port Parking
Official Port Canaveral parking is next to each cruise terminal. The current rate is $20 per day plus tax for vehicles and RVs, and both the arrival and departure days are charged. Payment is due when you enter the lot; reservations are not accepted and cash is not accepted.
Drive Yourself — Off-Site Parking
Off-site lots near the port offer significant savings over on-site parking. Go Port advertises parking from $7.95/day at its plaza on North Courtenay Parkway in Merritt Island, with departure-day shuttles from 10:30 AM and returns from 7:00 AM until debarkation finishes. Cruise Parking Port Canaveral on SR-528 is another reliable option at $8-10/day. Both offer covered and uncovered options — covered costs a few dollars more per day but is worth it if you're leaving your car for a week in the Florida sun.
Park-and-Cruise Hotel Package
Many hotels near the port bundle a night's stay with parking for the duration of your cruise plus a shuttle to the terminal. You drive in the night before, sleep, then shuttle to the port in the morning while your car stays at the hotel. Radisson Resort at the Port, Country Inn & Suites Cape Canaveral, and Residence Inn Cape Canaveral all offer reliable park-and-cruise packages. Hampton Inn Cocoa Beach is another solid option if you want a beach-adjacent stay.
Shuttle from Orlando Airport (MCO)
MCO is about 45 miles from Port Canaveral, roughly 45 min by car. Several shuttle companies run scheduled transfers from MCO to Port Canaveral. Shared shuttles cost $25-35 per person; private SUVs run $120-180 for up to 6 passengers.
Nearby Restaurants
Grills Seafood Deck & Tiki Bar
Waterfront seafood with live music and a kids' menu that actually has good food
$$Fishlips Waterfront Bar & Grill
Casual waterfront spot where you can watch cruise ships from your table
$$Brano's Italian Grill
Chef-owned Italian on N Atlantic Ave doing pizza, pasta, seafood and steak in generous portions
$$Pompano Grill
Small downtown Cocoa Beach dining room doing American Wagyu steaks, house-made pasta and local seafood
$$$Nearby Hotels
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Residence Inn by Marriott Cape Canaveral Cocoa Beach
Suite-style rooms with full kitchens leave room for the whole family to spread out.
Radisson Resort at the Port
Resort-style property with a big pool area — the kids will want to stay an extra night
Country Inn & Suites Cape Canaveral
Budget-friendly and closest to the port, so you can save the money for the cruise.
Hampton Inn Cocoa Beach/Cape Canaveral
Reliable beach-adjacent stay with cruise parking packages available
Local Tip
Norwegian Prima boards at CT-5, where the open-air parking lot runs $20/day plus tax. CT-5 handles large ships, so arriving at your assigned boarding time matters more here than at smaller terminals. The security line at CT-5 is airport-style and moves quickly. For last-minute needs, skip the small terminal gift shop and hit the Walgreens on SR-528 about 5 minutes away or the Publix on Astronaut Blvd about 8 minutes out.
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