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 9,916 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 | $164.30 | $87.71 | 316 |
| 2 | Carnival | $212.40 | $113.71 | 558 |
| 3 | MSC | $271.25 | $66.29 | 5,453 |
| 4 | Virgin | $272.23 | $164.86 | 131 |
| 5 | Princess | $281.97 | $100.57 | 651 |
| 6 | NCL | $299.52 | $117.00 | 1,011 |
| 7 | Royal Caribbean | $345.00 | $96.29 | 1,203 |
| 8 | Celebrity | $435.72 | $111.86 | 419 |
| 9 | Disney | $612.53 | $301.43 | 174 |
Cheapest Sailings Available
| Cruise Line | Ship | Destination | Nights | Departs | $/Night | Cabin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSC | MSC Seaside | Bahamas | 7 | Sep 14, 2026 | $66.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Western Caribbean | 7 | Nov 28, 2026 | $74.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seaside | Bahamas | 7 | Nov 9, 2026 | $75.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Western Caribbean | 7 | Dec 12, 2026 | $76.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Eastern Caribbean | 7 | Dec 5, 2026 | $76.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seaside | Bahamas | 7 | Nov 9, 2026 | $80.86 | Ocean View |
| MSC | MSC Lirica | Eastern Mediterranean | 7 | Jun 6, 2026 | $81.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Western Caribbean | 7 | Jan 9, 2027 | $81.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Eastern Caribbean | 7 | Jan 16, 2027 | $82.57 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Sep 27, 2026 | $82.71 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seashore | Western Caribbean | 7 | Aug 23, 2026 | $84.57 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Eastern Caribbean | 7 | Jan 30, 2027 | $85.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Aug 16, 2026 | $85.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Sep 6, 2026 | $85.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seaside | Bahamas | 7 | Oct 26, 2026 | $86.86 | Inside |
| Holland America | Eurodam | Eastern Caribbean: Amber Cove & Bahamas | 7 | Dec 12, 2026 | $87.71 | Inside |
| Holland America | Zuiderdam | Western Caribbean: Greater Antilles & Mexico | 7 | Dec 12, 2026 | $87.71 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Oct 18, 2026 | $87.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Nov 1, 2026 | $88.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seaside | Bahamas | 7 | Dec 7, 2026 | $88.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Oct 25, 2026 | $88.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Sep 20, 2026 | $88.71 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Sep 13, 2026 | $88.71 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Oct 4, 2026 | $88.71 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Nov 8, 2026 | $89.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Sep 25, 2027 | $90.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Sep 11, 2027 | $90.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Eastern Caribbean | 7 | Jan 2, 2027 | $91.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Aug 23, 2026 | $91.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seaside | Bahamas | 7 | Nov 2, 2026 | $92.29 | Ocean View |
| MSC | MSC Lirica | Eastern Mediterranean | 7 | Aug 29, 2026 | $92.71 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Preziosa | Northern Europe | 7 | Jan 8, 2027 | $93.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Preziosa | Northern Europe | 7 | Jan 15, 2027 | $93.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seaside | Bahamas | 7 | Nov 2, 2026 | $93.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 1, 2026 | $93.57 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Aug 30, 2026 | $93.57 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Western Caribbean | 7 | Feb 6, 2027 | $94.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Western Caribbean | 7 | Jan 23, 2027 | $94.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Jan 31, 2027 | $94.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Oct 9, 2027 | $94.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Jan 10, 2027 | $94.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Jan 17, 2027 | $94.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Oct 23, 2027 | $94.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Jan 24, 2027 | $94.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Nov 29, 2026 | $94.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Caribbean | 7 | Nov 15, 2026 | $94.43 | Inside |
| Holland America | Eurodam | Western Caribbean: Greater Antilles & Mexico | 7 | Dec 5, 2026 | $94.86 | Inside |
| Holland America | Eurodam | Eastern Caribbean: Amber Cove & Bahamas | 7 | Dec 12, 2026 | $94.86 | Ocean View |
| Holland America | Zuiderdam | Western Caribbean: Greater Antilles & Mexico | 7 | Dec 12, 2026 | $94.86 | Ocean View |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Eastern Caribbean | 7 | Feb 27, 2027 | $95.57 | 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: June 5, 2026.