Cheapest Mediterranean Cruises
A Mediterranean cruise packs more history, culture, and cuisine into one trip than almost any other vacation. And with the right cruise line and timing, it's more affordable than you might think.
We're currently tracking 5,310 upcoming Mediterranean sailings.
Price Comparison by Cruise Line
| Rank | Cruise Line | Avg $/Night | Cheapest | Sailings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Holland America | $147.78 | $65.83 | 43 |
| 2 | Carnival | $209.01 | $162.60 | 8 |
| 3 | MSC | $290.24 | $81.00 | 4,792 |
| 4 | Princess | $317.87 | $149.53 | 382 |
| 5 | Virgin | $335.43 | $291.30 | 3 |
| 6 | Celebrity | $535.68 | $509.43 | 2 |
| 7 | Royal Caribbean | $578.97 | $339.43 | 80 |
Cheapest Sailings Available
| Cruise Line | Ship | Destination | Nights | Departs | $/Night | Cabin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holland America | Zuiderdam | Cultural Crossing & Western Mediterranean | 23 | Feb 3, 2028 | $65.83 | Inside |
| Holland America | Zuiderdam | Cultural Crossing & Western Mediterranean | 23 | Feb 3, 2028 | $72.35 | Ocean View |
| MSC | MSC Lirica | Eastern Mediterranean | 7 | Jun 6, 2026 | $81.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Meraviglia | Western Mediterranean | 4 | Jun 9, 2026 | $85.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Lirica | Eastern Mediterranean | 7 | Aug 29, 2026 | $92.71 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 1, 2026 | $93.57 | Inside |
| Holland America | Zuiderdam | Cultural Crossing & Western Mediterranean | 23 | Feb 3, 2028 | $96.26 | Balcony |
| MSC | MSC Lirica | Mediterranean | 7 | Jan 25, 2027 | $97.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Lirica | Mediterranean | 7 | Jan 11, 2027 | $97.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Lirica | Mediterranean | 7 | Jan 18, 2027 | $97.29 | Inside |
| Holland America | Oosterdam | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Jul 26, 2026 | $99.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 10, 2026 | $102.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 7, 2026 | $103.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Lirica | Mediterranean | 7 | Jan 9, 2027 | $103.57 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 15, 2026 | $103.57 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 8, 2026 | $104.14 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Statendam | Greek Isles & Mediterranean Splendor: Cairo Overnight | 14 | Feb 5, 2028 | $105.64 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Statendam | Greek Isles & Western Mediterranean: Cairo Overnight | 21 | Feb 5, 2028 | $105.67 | Inside |
| Holland America | Oosterdam | Ultimate Mediterranean Splendor Collectors' Voyage | 21 | Jun 28, 2026 | $106.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Lirica | Mediterranean | 7 | Jan 13, 2027 | $107.00 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Statendam | Mediterranean Splendor: Greece, Croatia & Italy | 14 | Feb 12, 2028 | $107.07 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Statendam | Mediterranean Splendor: Greece, Croatia & Italy | 21 | Feb 12, 2028 | $107.57 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Statendam | Western Mediterranean: Italy, Malta & Greek Isles | 14 | Feb 19, 2028 | $109.21 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Lirica | Eastern Mediterranean | 7 | Oct 17, 2026 | $109.29 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Statendam | Mediterranean & Atlantic Treasures: Lisbon Overnight | 14 | Nov 21, 2026 | $110.64 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Statendam | Western Mediterranean & Greek Isles: Athens Overnight | 21 | Feb 19, 2028 | $111.62 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Lirica | Mediterranean | 10 | Dec 7, 2026 | $112.50 | Inside |
| Holland America | Zuiderdam | Western Mediterranean: Spain, Morocco & Italy | 9 | Feb 17, 2028 | $112.67 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Statendam | Mediterranean Splendor: Greece, Croatia & Italy | 7 | Feb 12, 2028 | $113.43 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Statendam | Western Mediterranean: Italy, France & Gibraltar | 7 | Feb 19, 2028 | $113.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Lirica | Mediterranean | 7 | Jan 16, 2027 | $113.57 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Lirica | Mediterranean | 7 | Jan 23, 2027 | $113.57 | Inside |
| Holland America | Oosterdam | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Jul 26, 2026 | $114.14 | Ocean View |
| Holland America | Nieuw Statendam | Mediterranean & Atlantic Treasures: Lisbon Overnight | 14 | Nov 21, 2026 | $114.21 | Ocean View |
| MSC | MSC Lirica | Mediterranean | 7 | Feb 1, 2027 | $114.43 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Statendam | Mediterranean Splendor: Spain, France, Italy & Greece | 10 | Jan 16, 2028 | $114.90 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Mediterranean | 7 | Nov 30, 2026 | $115.57 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Nov 24, 2026 | $115.57 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Statendam | Western Mediterranean & Greek Isles: Athens Overnight | 14 | Feb 26, 2028 | $116.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Euribia | Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 14, 2026 | $116.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Lirica | Mediterranean | 7 | Jan 20, 2027 | $117.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Mediterranean | 7 | Jun 30, 2026 | $117.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 3, 2026 | $119.00 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Statendam | Western Mediterranean & Greek Isles: Athens Overnight | 24 | Feb 26, 2028 | $119.96 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 14, 2026 | $120.14 | Inside |
| Holland America | Nieuw Statendam | Mediterranean Splendor: Spain, Malta & Greece | 7 | Feb 26, 2028 | $120.57 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Eastern Mediterranean | 3 | Oct 26, 2026 | $120.67 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Lirica | Mediterranean | 7 | Feb 6, 2027 | $120.71 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Lirica | Mediterranean | 7 | Jan 30, 2027 | $120.71 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Divina | Mediterranean | 7 | Jun 11, 2026 | $121.86 | Inside |
How to Save on Mediterranean Cruises
- Western Med is cheapest: Western Mediterranean itineraries (Barcelona, Rome, Marseille) have the most ships and the most competition. Eastern Med (Greek Isles, Turkey) costs more due to longer distances between ports.
- Shoulder season is ideal: April-May and September-October offer pleasant weather (75-85F), smaller crowds at ports, and prices 20-30% below peak summer. The ports are genuinely more enjoyable without the July/August crush.
- MSC is the value leader: MSC has the largest Mediterranean presence and often the lowest fares. They're a European line that knows these waters well.
- Consider flying into Barcelona: Barcelona is the most common Mediterranean departure port and often has the cheapest transatlantic flights. Factor in the airfare when comparing total trip cost.
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Prices shown are per person, per night for inside cabins. Includes Western and Eastern Mediterranean. Last checked: June 5, 2026.