Cheapest 7-Day Cruises
The 7-night cruise is the industry standard -- and for good reason. A full week gives you time to explore 3-5 ports, enjoy multiple sea days, and actually relax. It's also where cruise lines compete hardest on price.
There are 9,112 upcoming 7-night sailings currently available. That's more than any other duration, which means more options and better deals for you.
Average Price by Cruise Line
| Rank | Cruise Line | Avg $/Night | Cheapest | Sailings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Holland America | $171.22 | $89.86 | 427 |
| 2 | Carnival | $204.14 | $112.29 | 464 |
| 3 | MSC | $266.42 | $62.71 | 4,748 |
| 4 | Princess | $288.60 | $112.57 | 610 |
| 5 | NCL | $289.56 | $88.43 | 1,096 |
| 6 | Virgin | $305.02 | $164.14 | 144 |
| 7 | Royal Caribbean | $352.98 | $91.71 | 944 |
| 8 | Celebrity | $459.59 | $111.71 | 494 |
| 9 | Disney | $617.56 | $301.43 | 185 |
Cheapest Sailings Available
| Cruise Line | Ship | Destination | Nights | Departs | $/Night | Cabin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCL | Norwegian Encore | Cabo San Lucas & Puerto Vallarta | 7 | Dec 27, 2026 | $11.43 | Inside Guarantee |
| NCL | Norwegian Encore | Cabo San Lucas & Puerto Vallarta | 7 | Dec 27, 2026 | $11.43 | Ocean View Guarantee |
| NCL | Norwegian Viva | Harvest Caye, Cozumel & Roatan | 7 | Dec 12, 2026 | $30.00 | Balcony Guarantee |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Eastern Caribbean | 7 | Dec 5, 2026 | $62.71 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Sep 13, 2026 | $67.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Sep 13, 2026 | $67.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seaside | Bahamas | 7 | Sep 21, 2026 | $68.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seaside | Bahamas | 7 | Sep 21, 2026 | $68.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Sep 20, 2026 | $69.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Sep 20, 2026 | $69.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Feb 11, 2027 | $69.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Sep 27, 2026 | $70.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Sep 27, 2026 | $70.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Eastern Caribbean | 7 | Jan 16, 2027 | $71.57 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Eastern Caribbean | 7 | Jan 16, 2027 | $73.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Eastern Caribbean | 7 | Jan 16, 2027 | $73.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Oct 4, 2026 | $73.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Oct 4, 2026 | $73.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Eastern Caribbean | 7 | Feb 27, 2027 | $74.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seaside | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 11, 2027 | $74.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seaside | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 11, 2027 | $74.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seaside | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 25, 2027 | $75.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seaside | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 25, 2027 | $75.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Oct 18, 2026 | $75.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Oct 18, 2026 | $75.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seaside | Bahamas | 7 | Sep 7, 2026 | $76.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Eastern Caribbean | 7 | Dec 5, 2026 | $76.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Eastern Caribbean | 7 | Dec 5, 2026 | $76.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Nov 29, 2026 | $77.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Nov 29, 2026 | $77.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC World America | Western Caribbean | 7 | Sep 12, 2026 | $78.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC World America | Western Caribbean | 7 | Sep 12, 2026 | $78.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Feb 14, 2027 | $78.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Preziosa | Northern Europe | 7 | Jan 8, 2027 | $78.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Preziosa | Northern Europe | 7 | Jan 15, 2027 | $78.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Preziosa | Northern Europe | 7 | Jan 15, 2027 | $78.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Preziosa | Northern Europe | 7 | Jan 22, 2027 | $78.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Preziosa | Northern Europe | 7 | Jan 22, 2027 | $78.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Western Caribbean | 7 | Jan 23, 2027 | $79.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Western Caribbean | 7 | Jan 23, 2027 | $79.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seaside | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 18, 2027 | $79.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 14, 2026 | $79.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 14, 2026 | $79.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Sep 13, 2026 | $79.57 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC World America | Eastern Caribbean | 7 | Sep 19, 2026 | $79.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC World America | Eastern Caribbean | 7 | Sep 19, 2026 | $79.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 13, 2026 | $80.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Oct 25, 2026 | $80.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Oct 25, 2026 | $80.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Eastern Caribbean | 7 | Jan 30, 2027 | $80.14 | Inside |
Tips for Booking 7-Day Cruises
- Most inventory, most deals: 7-night sailings make up the bulk of the cruise market. More ships running more sailings means more competition and better pricing. This is where you'll find the most price drops.
- Saturday-to-Saturday is standard: Most 7-night cruises depart Saturday or Sunday. If you can sail on an off-day (Tuesday, Wednesday), you may find lower prices for the same itinerary.
- Alaska and Europe open up: 7 nights is the minimum for most Alaska and Mediterranean itineraries. If those destinations interest you, this is your entry point.
- Per-night pricing shines here: A 7-night cruise at $700 ($100/night) is almost always better value than a 4-night at $450 ($112/night). Always compare on a per-night basis.
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Prices shown are per person for the lowest available cabin type. Showing 7-night sailings only. Last checked: September 2, 2026.