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  • On May 19, 2025
    Caitlin from RI Asked Please note that experiences, policies, pricing and other offerings are subject to change and may have changed since the date of this answer.

    Sailing on the Magic out of Port Canaveral, will I be able to make a 12pm flight out of Orlando with 2 toddlers? Or should I book a later flight?

    Ahoy there, Caitlin! Welcome to planDisney. 

    I’m delighted to see you and your young sailors will be cruising on the Disney Magic in early July! The countdown to your vacation is dwindling and I bet you’re getting excited as you line up last-minute logistics. 

    Debarkation day can be full of emotions as your vacation winds down; it can also be stressful with last-minute packing, corralling family members, clearing customs and getting to the airport in time for your flight. Personally, my family likes to take our time on debarkation day. As my children got older, they wanted to spend time saying good-bye to friends they have gotten to know in the Youth Clubs. And because we always choose the second seating for dinner, our final morning’s breakfast is at a later time, beginning usually around 8 AM. If you are assigned the first seating for dinner, your last day’s breakfast will be early, around 6:45 AM. Cabanas will also be available for breakfast at your leisure, which will be open around 6:30 AM. 

    For Port Canaveral sailings in 2025, Disney Cruise Line recommends the earliest departure time from Orlando International Airport is 11:15 AM. Depending on traffic, it can take an hour (or more) to travel from Port Canaveral to Orlando International Airport. Your 12:00PM flight home is likely fine based on Disney Cruise Line’s recommendation. When you do your online check-in, you will be asked to provide your travel information, including flight number and time of departure. Disney Cruise Line generally will assign a debarkation group based on your flight departure time. We like using Disney Ground Transportation for the convenience and a smooth debarkation process. If you’re interested in adding this service, you can call Disney Cruise Line at (800) 951-3532 and a friendly Cast Member will gladly assist you. 

    As you continue to plan your vacation, please don’t hesitate to visit us on planDisney again if you have more questions.

    Hope to SEA ya real soon,
    Kiki

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Meet the Panelist: Kiki, California

Greetings! I have been fascinated by the magic of Disney since I was a little girl; now that I am a mother of two, I love watching my children experience Disney Parks through their own eyes. I am also surrounded by fellow Disney-loving nurse friends whom I enjoy quick adults-only Disneyland Resort escapes or Disney Cruise Line voyages with. Whether you are planning your once-in-a-lifetime family trip or a short adults-only getaway to the Happiest Place on Earth, I am here to help!

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