Cheapest Alaska Cruises
Alaska is a bucket-list cruise destination, and it doesn't have to break the bank. While Alaska cruises cost more than Caribbean sailings, the right timing and cruise line can save you hundreds per person.
We're tracking 2,016 upcoming Alaska sailings with live pricing.
Price Comparison by Cruise Line
| Rank | Cruise Line | Avg $/Night | Cheapest | Sailings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MSC | $202.08 | $105.86 | 29 |
| 2 | Holland America | $246.40 | $95.29 | 685 |
| 3 | Carnival | $249.44 | $192.20 | 84 |
| 4 | Virgin | $250.43 | $191.00 | 28 |
| 5 | Princess | $312.09 | $108.29 | 308 |
| 6 | NCL | $317.92 | $117.00 | 294 |
| 7 | Royal Caribbean | $442.19 | $96.29 | 358 |
| 8 | Disney | $489.53 | $271.20 | 69 |
| 9 | Celebrity | $630.15 | $152.57 | 161 |
Cheapest Sailings Available
| Cruise Line | Ship | Destination | Nights | Departs | $/Night | Cabin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holland America | Westerdam | Alaska Roundtrip Collectors' Voyage | 14 | Aug 2, 2026 | $95.29 | Inside |
| Royal Caribbean | Ovation of the Seas | Southbound Alaska & Hubbard Glacier | 7 | Sep 11, 2026 | $96.29 | Inside |
| Holland America | Westerdam | Glacier Discovery Northbound | 7 | Aug 30, 2026 | $99.86 | Inside |
| Holland America | Zaandam | Denali & Yukon | 12 | Jul 17, 2026 | $99.92 | Inside |
| Holland America | Westerdam | Glacier Discovery Northbound | 7 | Jul 5, 2026 | $100.57 | Inside |
| Holland America | Westerdam | Glacier Discovery Southbound | 7 | Jun 14, 2026 | $100.57 | Inside |
| Holland America | Westerdam | Glacier Discovery Northbound | 7 | Aug 2, 2026 | $103.43 | Inside |
| Holland America | Westerdam | Alaska Roundtrip Collectors' Voyage | 14 | Aug 16, 2026 | $104.21 | Inside |
| Holland America | Westerdam | Glacier Discovery Southbound | 7 | Jul 26, 2026 | $105.57 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Poesia | Alaska | 7 | Jun 15, 2026 | $105.86 | Inside |
| Holland America | Westerdam | Glacier Discovery Northbound | 7 | Aug 30, 2026 | $106.29 | Ocean View |
| Holland America | Nieuw Amsterdam | Glacier Discovery Northbound | 7 | Jul 26, 2026 | $107.00 | Inside |
| Princess | Island Princess | Voyage of the Glaciers with Glacier Bay (Southbound) | 7 | Jun 17, 2026 | $108.29 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Amsterdam | Glacier Discovery Northbound | 7 | Aug 9, 2026 | $108.43 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Amsterdam | Glacier Discovery Northbound | 7 | Aug 23, 2026 | $109.14 | Inside |
| Holland America | Westerdam | Glacier Discovery Northbound | 7 | Jul 19, 2026 | $109.14 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Amsterdam | Classic Denali | 10 | Aug 9, 2026 | $109.90 | Inside |
| Holland America | Zaandam | Great Bear Rainforest And Alaska Explorer | 18 | Sep 16, 2026 | $111.06 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Amsterdam | Glacier Discovery Southbound | 7 | Aug 2, 2026 | $112.71 | Inside |
| Holland America | Westerdam | Glacier Discovery Southbound | 7 | Aug 9, 2026 | $112.71 | Inside |
| Holland America | Westerdam | Glacier Discovery Southbound | 7 | Aug 23, 2026 | $113.43 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Amsterdam | Glacier Discovery Northbound | 7 | Aug 9, 2026 | $113.43 | Ocean View |
| MSC | MSC Poesia | Alaska | 7 | Jun 22, 2026 | $113.86 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Amsterdam | Glacier Discovery Northbound | 7 | Aug 23, 2026 | $114.14 | Ocean View |
| Holland America | Westerdam | Glacier Discovery Southbound | 7 | Sep 6, 2026 | $114.14 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Amsterdam | Alaska Roundtrip Collectors' Voyage | 14 | May 16, 2027 | $114.21 | Inside |
| Holland America | Westerdam | Alaska Roundtrip Collectors' Voyage | 14 | May 9, 2027 | $114.57 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Amsterdam | Glacier Discovery Southbound | 7 | Aug 16, 2026 | $114.86 | Inside |
| Holland America | Westerdam | Glacier Discovery Southbound | 7 | Jul 26, 2026 | $114.86 | Ocean View |
| Holland America | Westerdam | Glacier Discovery Northbound | 7 | Aug 16, 2026 | $116.29 | Inside |
| Holland America | Zaandam | Denali & Yukon | 12 | Jul 17, 2026 | $116.58 | Ocean View |
| NCL | Norwegian Jade | Hubbard Glacier, Skagway & Juneau | 7 | Jun 8, 2026 | $117.00 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Amsterdam | Glacier Discovery Northbound | 7 | Sep 6, 2026 | $117.00 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Amsterdam | Glacier Discovery Southbound | 7 | Aug 30, 2026 | $118.43 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Amsterdam | Glacier Discovery Northbound | 7 | Jul 26, 2026 | $119.14 | Ocean View |
| Princess | Grand Princess | Voyage of the Glaciers with Glacier Bay (Southbound) | 7 | Jun 6, 2026 | $119.86 | Inside |
| Princess | Grand Princess | Voyage of the Glaciers with Glacier Bay (Southbound) | 7 | Jun 20, 2026 | $119.86 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Amsterdam | Glacier Discovery Southbound | 7 | Sep 13, 2026 | $119.86 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Amsterdam | Classic Denali | 10 | Aug 9, 2026 | $119.90 | Ocean View |
| Holland America | Koningsdam | Denali & Yukon | 13 | Jul 25, 2026 | $121.46 | Inside |
| Princess | Grand Princess | Voyage of the Glaciers with Glacier Bay (Southbound) | 7 | Jun 20, 2026 | $121.86 | Ocean View |
| Holland America | Nieuw Amsterdam | Glacier Discovery Northbound | 7 | Sep 6, 2026 | $122.00 | Ocean View |
| Holland America | Westerdam | Glacier Discovery Southbound | 7 | Sep 6, 2026 | $123.43 | Ocean View |
| Holland America | Nieuw Amsterdam | Glacier Discovery Southbound | 7 | Aug 30, 2026 | $123.43 | Ocean View |
| Holland America | Nieuw Amsterdam | Glacier Discovery Northbound | 7 | May 16, 2027 | $124.14 | Inside |
| Holland America | Westerdam | Glacier Discovery Northbound | 7 | May 9, 2027 | $124.14 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Amsterdam | Glacier Discovery Southbound | 7 | Sep 13, 2026 | $124.86 | Ocean View |
| Holland America | Westerdam | Glacier Discovery Northbound | 7 | Aug 16, 2026 | $125.57 | Ocean View |
| Holland America | Noordam | Great Alaska Explorer | 14 | Aug 23, 2026 | $125.64 | Inside |
| Holland America | Westerdam | Alaska Roundtrip Collectors' Voyage | 14 | May 23, 2027 | $126.36 | Inside |
How to Save on Alaska Cruises
- Early May and late September: The Alaska season runs May through September. Shoulder weeks at the start and end offer the best prices -- sometimes 30-40% less than peak July sailings. Wildlife viewing is actually better in early season.
- Seattle vs. Vancouver: Cruises from Seattle are often cheaper (no passport needed for some itineraries) and have lower port fees. Vancouver sailings tend to be pricier but may offer different itineraries.
- Inside cabins are fine for Alaska: Controversial opinion, but hear us out: you'll spend most of your time on the top decks watching glaciers and wildlife, not in your cabin. The money saved on an inside can fund a helicopter or whale watching excursion instead.
- Book early for best prices: Unlike Caribbean cruises, Alaska prices tend to go UP as the departure date approaches. The limited season means fewer opportunities to discount. Booking 6-9 months ahead usually gets the best rate.
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