Long Beach, CA · US West Coast

Port of Long Beach Cruise Port Guide

Cruise lines sailing from Port of Long Beach, the closest major airport, typical itineraries, and parking guidance. Facts we cannot independently verify are flagged rather than guessed.

Quick answer

  • Location: Long Beach, CA, United States
  • Nearest airport: LGB (Long Beach Airport)
  • Cruise lines homeporting here: Carnival, Princess
  • Typical itineraries: Mexican Riviera, Baja, Hawaii repositioning

Cruise lines sailing from Port of Long Beach

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Getting to Port of Long Beach from the airport

The most common airport for cruisers sailing from Port of Long Beach is Long Beach Airport (LGB). Long Beach cruise passengers typically use LGB (Long Beach), LAX (Los Angeles International), or SNA (John Wayne, Orange County). Mileage from each airport is not independently verified here against an official Carnival or Port of Long Beach page.

Driving distance from LGB to Port of Long Beach: Not independently verified here.

Typical itineraries from Port of Long Beach

  • Mexican Riviera
  • Baja
  • Hawaii repositioning

Port of Long Beach parking

Parking rates for the Long Beach Cruise Terminal are not independently verified here. Current rates are published at the Carnival Long Beach terminal information page.

Official rates: https://help.carnival.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1045/

Frequently asked questions

Which cruise lines sail from Port of Long Beach?

Port of Long Beach serves as a homeport for Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises. Each cruise line page lists the full homeport network for that brand.

What is the closest airport to Port of Long Beach?

Long Beach Airport (LGB) is the most common airport used by cruise passengers sailing from Port of Long Beach. Long Beach cruise passengers typically use LGB (Long Beach), LAX (Los Angeles International), or SNA (John Wayne, Orange County). Mileage from each airport is not independently verified here against an official Carnival or Port of Long Beach page.

What itineraries depart from Port of Long Beach?

Typical Port of Long Beach itineraries include Mexican Riviera, Baja, Hawaii repositioning. Specific departure dates and routes vary by cruise line and season.

How much does parking cost at Port of Long Beach?

Parking rates for the Long Beach Cruise Terminal are not independently verified here. Current rates are published at the Carnival Long Beach terminal information page.

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Plan your cruise from Port of Long Beach

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Sources & verification

Verified 2026-04-18. Ports change parking rates, terminal assignments, and cruise-line activity frequently. Confirm with the port's own site before sailing.