Booking a Cruise from Long Beach, California
Long Beach is one of the fortunate USA cities that already has its own cruise terminal, so residents heading out on a cruise from the Long Beach Cruise Terminal don't need to fly anywhere first. That cuts out a whole layer of trip planning - no connecting flights to track, no airline baggage limits to worry about, and no risk of a delayed flight putting your embarkation day at risk.
New to cruising or a repeat sailor, either way an advisor can walk through the tradeoffs between cruise lines, cabin types, and sailing dates, and can point out which options line up best with your travel plans out of Long Beach.
Ready to compare a few sailings side by side? Reach one of our advisors at +1-800-406-8495 for live pricing and cabin availability for your trip out of Long Beach.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Long Beach have its own cruise port?
Yes - Long Beach is served directly by the Long Beach Cruise Terminal, so residents don't need to travel to another city to catch a cruise.
How do locals typically get to the ship in Long Beach?
Since the port is right in Long Beach, a short drive or rideshare to the terminal is all it takes.
What's the benefit of using a cruise advisor instead of booking myself?
An advisor can compare pricing and promotions across several cruise lines at once for Long Beach residents, which saves the time of checking each line's site separately.
Does my location affect when I should book a cruise?
Not really - booking timing is driven more by the sailing's popularity and season than by where in the country you're traveling from, including Long Beach.
Should kids traveling from Long Beach have their own passport?
Yes, in most cases every traveler from Long Beach, including children, needs their own passport or acceptable ID for international cruise travel.
What's the closest airport to Long Beach if a guest is flying in to meet me?
Long Beach Airport (LGB) or LAX is the airport most visitors to Long Beach would use, and it's also a reasonable option for anyone joining you locally before heading to the Long Beach Cruise Terminal together.
Can a cruise advisor help me plan travel from Long Beach to the port?
Yes, our advisors can walk Long Beach travelers through transportation options - whether that's driving, flying, or arranging a group shuttle - based on your specific cruise and departure port.
Who can help me compare cruise lines and current deals for someone traveling from Long Beach?
Call +1-800-406-8495 - an advisor can match a Long Beach traveler's dates and budget to the right cruise line and sailing.
Should I arrive at the port a day early if I'm traveling from Long Beach?
If you're flying in from Long Beach or facing a multi-hour drive, arriving the night before and staying near the port is the safest way to avoid missing embarkation due to a delay.
Does the season affect pricing for cruisers leaving from Long Beach?
Yes, sailings during summer and the winter holidays tend to carry higher fares than shoulder-season dates for Long Beach travelers, regardless of which port they depart from.