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  • On Jun 20, 2026
    Evelyn from MA Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    We are planning to arrive at Orlando International Airport the morning of our cruise and utilizing Disney ground transportation. What is the best way to handle our assigned arrival time for check-in?

    Hi, Evelyn!

    Welcome aboard Disney Cruise Line! This will be an amazing vacation for your whole crew. I am glad to hear you are booking Disney Ground Transportation from the Orlando airport (MCO) to Port Canaveral. This makes for a seamless vacation from airport to cruise port! 

    Once you land at the Orlando airport, head to baggage claim to gather all your luggage, then head to B-Side, Level 1 (if landing in terminals A or B) or go to Level 6 (if in Terminal C) to check-in for your ground transportation to Port Canaveral. Buses will depart beginning at 10am. You will not need to choose a Port Arrival Time during check-in if you have booked Ground Transportation directly through Disney Cruise Line. Your bus will drop you off at the terminal and you may proceed to the check-in area.

    At check-in, you will be given a boarding group number. Once your number is called, it is time to head onto the ship and the magic begins! Boarding day for a Disney Cruise is so exciting with all the energy from the guests and crew as you board your beautiful Disney ship and have a royal welcome from everyone onboard.  Have the Disney Cruise Line Navigator App downloaded on your phone so you can start planning out all the activities taking place during your voyage. 

    Your stateroom will not be ready until about 1:30pm, so take time to explore the ship, enjoy a delicious lunch, or hop in the pool for a swim! If you have young sailors in your crew, check out the Oceaneer's Club, and for any teens in your group, head to the teens-only club at Vibe

    If you have any other questions prior to your cruise, the planDisney team is happy to help. Once onboard, stop by Guest Services as they will be available 24/7. Wishing you a magical cruise and please say HI to Captains Mickey and Minnie for me!

    Cathy
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Meet the Panelist: Cathy, Ohio

Hi, I'm Cathy from Cleveland. I love to travel, especially in the winter to escape the cold of Ohio! My husband and 2 kids share my enthusiasm for travel, so we enjoy our adventures together whether it is sailing with Disney Cruise Line, running (or cheering!) at runDisney events, taking hula lessons at Aulani, or vacationing at the Walt Disney World which is our home away from home. I am proud to be a part of the planDisney team and cannot wait to share my tips and advice for a magical vacation. Learn More About Cathy

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