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 9,275 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 | $172.73 | $64.14 | 430 |
| 2 | Carnival | $203.11 | $95.43 | 674 |
| 3 | MSC | $267.19 | $45.43 | 4,451 |
| 4 | Princess | $282.42 | $93.00 | 675 |
| 5 | NCL | $282.99 | $46.86 | 1,030 |
| 6 | Virgin | $312.19 | $169.86 | 145 |
| 7 | Royal Caribbean | $353.28 | $87.43 | 1,147 |
| 8 | Celebrity | $418.47 | $96.43 | 561 |
| 9 | Disney | $633.79 | $287.98 | 162 |
Cheapest Sailings Available
| Cruise Line | Ship | Destination | Nights | Departs | $/Night | Cabin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCL | Norwegian Getaway | Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic | 7 | Nov 16, 2026 | $42.71 | Studio |
| NCL | Norwegian Getaway | Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic | 7 | Nov 16, 2026 | $44.00 | Inside Guarantee |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Dec 5, 2026 | $45.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Dec 5, 2026 | $45.43 | Inside |
| NCL | Norwegian Getaway | Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic | 7 | Nov 16, 2026 | $46.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 30, 2027 | $48.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 30, 2027 | $48.29 | Inside |
| NCL | Norwegian Getaway | Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic | 7 | Nov 16, 2026 | $49.71 | Ocean View Guarantee |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 31, 2027 | $51.57 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 31, 2027 | $51.57 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 9, 2027 | $52.71 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Bahamas | 7 | Nov 29, 2026 | $53.57 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Bahamas | 7 | Nov 29, 2026 | $53.57 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 2, 2027 | $54.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 2, 2027 | $54.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 2, 2027 | $54.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 16, 2027 | $55.71 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Bahamas | 7 | Nov 15, 2026 | $56.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Bahamas | 7 | Nov 15, 2026 | $56.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Bahamas | 7 | Dec 6, 2026 | $56.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Bahamas | 7 | Dec 6, 2026 | $56.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Dec 5, 2026 | $56.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 9, 2027 | $56.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 9, 2027 | $56.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 16, 2027 | $56.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 16, 2027 | $56.86 | Inside |
| NCL | Norwegian Epic | Great Stirrup Cay & Cozumel | 7 | Nov 15, 2026 | $57.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 23, 2027 | $57.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 23, 2027 | $57.00 | Inside |
| NCL | Norwegian Getaway | Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic | 7 | Nov 16, 2026 | $58.29 | Ocean View |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Dec 5, 2026 | $59.71 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 30, 2027 | $59.71 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Mediterranean | 7 | Nov 15, 2026 | $60.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Mediterranean | 7 | Nov 15, 2026 | $60.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Dec 5, 2026 | $61.29 | Inside |
| NCL | Norwegian Breakaway | Harvest Caye, Cozumel & Roatan | 7 | Dec 6, 2026 | $61.29 | Studio |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 30, 2027 | $61.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Mediterranean | 7 | Nov 23, 2026 | $62.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 31, 2027 | $62.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 23, 2027 | $62.57 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 30, 2027 | $62.57 | Inside |
| NCL | Norwegian Breakaway | Harvest Caye, Cozumel & Roatan | 7 | Dec 6, 2026 | $62.71 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 2, 2027 | $62.71 | Inside |
| NCL | Norwegian Epic | Great Stirrup Cay & Cozumel | 7 | Nov 15, 2026 | $64.14 | Studio |
| Holland America | Zuiderdam | Eastern Caribbean: Amber Cove & Bahamas | 7 | Nov 28, 2026 | $64.14 | Inside |
| Holland America | Zuiderdam | Western Caribbean: Greater Antilles & Mexico | 7 | Dec 12, 2026 | $64.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 31, 2027 | $64.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Jan 2, 2027 | $64.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Seascape | Bahamas | 7 | Nov 29, 2026 | $65.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Grandiosa | Bahamas | 7 | Feb 27, 2027 | $66.71 | 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: November 13, 2026.