Cruises Under $100/Night Departing Soon

Think cruises are expensive? Think again. When you break the cost down per person, per night, plenty of sailings come in under $100 -- and that includes your cabin, meals, entertainment, and transportation between ports. Try getting all of that at a hotel for the same price.

Right now, there are 50 sailings available for under $100 per person, per night -- departing within the next 6 months.

The Deals

Tips for Booking Budget Cruises

Getting under $100 per night isn't just about luck. Here's what consistently works:

• Inside cabins are your friend: If you're okay without a window (and honestly, you'll spend most of your time out of the cabin anyway), inside staterooms are almost always the cheapest option. The savings can be dramatic -- sometimes half the price of a balcony.
• Sail in shoulder season: The weeks just before and after peak season offer nearly the same weather at significantly lower prices. For Caribbean, that means late November or April. For Alaska, early May or late September.
• Consider repositioning cruises: When ships move between regions (like Caribbean to Europe in spring), they offer one-way sailings at steep discounts. These tend to be longer, which brings the per-night cost way down.
• Stay flexible on dates: If you can sail any week in a given month rather than a specific date, you'll have far more options to find a deal. Even a one-week shift in departure date can mean a $30-40 difference per night.
• Watch for short sailings: 3-4 night cruises out of ports like Miami, Galveston, or Los Angeles often come in well under $100/night, especially on Carnival and Norwegian.

Get Alerted When Prices Drop

Found a cruise on this list that interests you but not quite ready to book? Set up a price drop alert on TrackCruisePrices. You'll get notified any time the price goes down, so you can jump on it when the timing is right.

Prices on budget sailings can be volatile -- they might drop $20/night one week and bounce back up the next. Having an alert set means you won't miss the dip.