Getting there

Flight Information

When booking your flights to and from Boston, Massachusetts for On the Blue Cruise, we suggest that you consider arriving a day or two earlier so that you can take advantage of the local attractions in the Boston area. This also helps to avoid potential flight delays, baggage collection and transfer problems that could occur.


However, if you need to arrive the day of the On the Blue Cruise, please arrive no later than 11:00 am on Friday, August 22nd. We also recommend that you schedule your departure for no earlier than 12:00 pm on Friday, August 29th in the event there is a delay in debarkation.


Ground Information

Conveniently located in the South Boston Waterfront neighborhood, the Flynn Cruiseport Boston is easily accessible from area airports and hotels by car, taxi, water taxi, Silver Line Bus and shuttle. The 2025 On the Blue Cruise will be leaving from The Black Falcon Terminal.


Distance from the Flynn Cruiseport Boston to:

  • Boston Logan International Airport (BOS): 4 miles (10 minutes)


Airport Transfer

The Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) is the closest area airport to Flynn Cruiseport Boston. Consider arriving a day or two earlier so that you can take advantage of the local attractions in the Boston area. This also helps to avoid potential flight delays, baggage collection and transfer problems that could occur. 


Water Taxi

Taking a water taxi is a convenient and scenic option to get to and from the port and explore the city all at the same time. Cost is roughly $20 per person, but for around $50, they will store your luggage if you choose to take time to explore the city.

Taxi

Taxi fare from the Boston Logan International Airport to Flynn Cruiseport Boston is approximately $25 each way (prices subject to change).


Please note: A $1.20 fuel surcharge is now added to every trip due to an increase in gas prices. Taxicab drivers are required to obtain a fuel surcharge decal and post it on the vehicle’s rear passenger side window.


Silver Line Bus

An affordable way to get around Boston is the Silver Line Bus. Please keep in mind that you will be responsible for your luggage at all times and often requires transferring from one bus to another.

Shuttle

Many area hotels provide shuttle transportation between Boston and the hotel for pre-booked reservations. You should contact your hotel for available options and details. Here are two airport shuttle options, servicing the greater Boston area:


Go Airport Shuttle

Super Shuttle


Car Rental

Boston Logan's Rental Car Center, located at 15 Transportation Way, East Boston, MA 02128 houses most major car companies and all car rentals must be returned there. There are no rental car agencies located at the cruise terminal. There is a convenient 24 hour shuttle from airport to to the rental center - simply exit the baggage claim area and look for the shuttle bus signs.


Driving Directions

If using a GPS device, use One Black Falcon Avenue, Boston, MA 02210 as your destination address. Once at the Port, follow the signs to The Black Falcon Terminal.


FROM NORTH - I 93 South to downtown. On the Expressway downtown, take Exit #22 (South Station/Chinatown). At the top of the exit ramp, turn left onto South Street. At the next signal, turn left onto Essex Street. At the next signal, turn left onto Atlantic Ave. Move into the right lane. At the next signal, turn right onto Summer Street. Continue on Summer past the new Convention Center. At the second set of lights on Summer Street (past the convention center), turn left into the Boston Marine Industrial Park (Drydock Ave) Travel roughly 200 yards and take the right turn into the Boston Design Center, the Black Falcon Terminal is the adjacent building on the water.


FROM SOUTH - I 93 North to Boston, take (new) Exit 20 to I-90 east/Logan Airport. You will travel into a new tunnel toward Logan. Inside the tunnel, take Exit 25/South Boston. At the traffic lights, you will be at Congress Street. Turn right onto Congress. Follow to the end at Northern Avenue. Turn right onto Northern Avenue and proceed into the Marine Industrial Park. Shortly after you enter the industrial park, turn right onto Tide Street. Follow to the end at Drydock Avenue. Turn left onto Drydock and make a right into the next curb cut, at the Design Center. The Black Falcon Terminal is the adjacent building on the water.

Flynn Cruiseport Boston Information

Flynn Cruiseport Boston / Black Falcon Terminal

One Black Falcon Avenue

Boston, MA 02210

Phone: 617-330-1500

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AIRPORTS & TRAVEL TIME

Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)

4 miles from Flynn Cruiseport Boston. Travel time is approximately 10 minutes, but allow more time for traffic and unforeseen incidents.


If you are arriving on the same day your cruise departs, please schedule your arrival and departure flights as follows:

  • Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) – arrive no later than 11:00 am. Depart no earlier than 12:00 pm


parking


Parking for Flynn Cruiseport Boston is now sold exclusively through Parking.com for Massport Fargo Lot located at 93 Fargo St, Boston, MA 02210. Parking arrangements must be made online prior to arrival. Click HERE for more information and to purchase your parking ticket.

Port Parking Hours and Access

Cruisers will receive a FREE courtesy shuttle service to and from the cruise terminal. Arrive as early as 7:00 a.m. but please be sure to arrive at least 2 hours before ship departure. For any questions, please reach out to sbwtc@spplus.com.


Rates

As of June 2024, the rate for parking per night is $20. It is possible rates will increase in 2025.

Bronze VIP

  • Interior Stateroom Deck 10 or 11
  • 3rd Priority Assigned Seating* for select concerts in the Theater
  • 3rd Priority VIP Priority Entrance into all unassigned seating shows
  • VIP Entry to all Photo Experiences
  • On the Blue Cruise VIP Gifts
  • On the Blue Cruise Bronze VIP Credentials

SILVER VIP

  • Club Balcony Stateroom
  • 2nd Priority Assigned Seating* for select concerts in the Theater
  • 2nd Priority VIP Priority Entrance into all unassigned seating shows
  • 2nd Priority VIP Entry to all Photo Experiences
  • On the Blue Cruise VIP Gifts
  • On the Blue Cruise Silver VIP Credentials

GOLD VIP

  • Penthouse or Haven Suite**
  • 1st Priority Assigned Seating* for select concerts in the Theater
  • 1st Priority VIP Priority Entrance into all unassigned seating shows
  • 1st Priority VIP Entry to all Photo Experiences
  • On the Blue Cruise VIP Gifts
  • On the Blue Cruise Gold VIP Credentials

*Gold VIP is included for all Penthouse with Large Balcony Aft/Forward, 2-Bedroom Deluxe Family Suite, Haven Courtyard Penthouse, Haven 2-Bedroom Family Villa, the Haven Owner’s Suite, and the Haven Deluxe Owner’s Suite.

**Seating will be assigned based on the timestamp of your booking within each category and in the order listed below:

  1. Gold VIP in order of timestamp on the reservation.
  2. Silver VIP in order of timestamp on the reservation.
  3. Bronze VIP in order of order of timestamp on the reservation.