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 4,543 upcoming Mediterranean sailings.
Price Comparison by Cruise Line
| Rank | Cruise Line | Avg $/Night | Cheapest | Sailings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Holland America | $164.50 | $67.13 | 60 |
| 2 | Carnival | $203.23 | $148.60 | 9 |
| 3 | MSC | $285.49 | $69.00 | 4,078 |
| 4 | Princess | $322.68 | $161.50 | 324 |
| 5 | Virgin | $396.39 | $343.86 | 13 |
| 6 | Royal Caribbean | $617.66 | $485.57 | 58 |
| 7 | Celebrity | $700.00 | $700.00 | 1 |
Cheapest Sailings Available
| Cruise Line | Ship | Destination | Nights | Departs | $/Night | Cabin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holland America | Zuiderdam | Cultural Crossing & Western Mediterranean | 23 | Feb 3, 2028 | $67.13 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Feb 11, 2027 | $69.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Mediterranean | 6 | Nov 14, 2026 | $70.67 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Feb 18, 2027 | $74.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Feb 18, 2027 | $74.86 | Inside |
| Holland America | Zuiderdam | Cultural Crossing & Western Mediterranean | 23 | Feb 3, 2028 | $75.39 | Ocean View |
| MSC | MSC Orchestra | Eastern Mediterranean | 3 | Jan 6, 2027 | $76.67 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 3, 2026 | $77.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 3, 2026 | $77.86 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Euribia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Jan 16, 2027 | $78.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Euribia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Jan 16, 2027 | $78.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Feb 14, 2027 | $78.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 14, 2026 | $79.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 13, 2026 | $80.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC World Europa | Mediterranean | 6 | Nov 8, 2026 | $80.50 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Magnifica | Mediterranean | 7 | Nov 21, 2026 | $81.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Magnifica | Mediterranean | 7 | Nov 21, 2026 | $81.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Euribia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 5, 2026 | $82.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 13, 2026 | $82.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 13, 2026 | $82.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Euribia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 5, 2026 | $83.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Magnifica | Mediterranean | 7 | Nov 21, 2026 | $83.57 | Inside |
| Holland America | Rotterdam | Mediterranean Crossing: Greek Isles, Italy & Spain | 21 | Dec 2, 2028 | $84.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Magnifica | Mediterranean | 7 | Nov 14, 2026 | $84.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Magnifica | Mediterranean | 7 | Nov 14, 2026 | $84.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Mediterranean | 7 | Jan 9, 2027 | $84.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Mediterranean | 7 | Jan 9, 2027 | $84.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Euribia | Mediterranean | 7 | Nov 30, 2026 | $85.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Mediterranean | 7 | Nov 15, 2026 | $85.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Mediterranean | 7 | Nov 15, 2026 | $85.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Euribia | Mediterranean | 7 | Nov 9, 2026 | $86.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Euribia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 12, 2026 | $86.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Euribia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 12, 2026 | $86.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Feb 11, 2027 | $86.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Feb 11, 2027 | $86.14 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Magnifica | Mediterranean | 7 | Nov 14, 2026 | $86.29 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Mediterranean | 7 | Nov 2, 2026 | $87.57 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Lirica | Mediterranean | 7 | Jan 30, 2027 | $87.71 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Mediterranean | 7 | Nov 16, 2026 | $88.71 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Mediterranean | 7 | Nov 16, 2026 | $88.71 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Mediterranean | 8 | Nov 6, 2026 | $88.88 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Mediterranean | 8 | Nov 20, 2026 | $88.88 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Mediterranean | 8 | Nov 20, 2026 | $88.88 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Feb 11, 2027 | $89.00 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Feb 18, 2027 | $89.43 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Euribia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Jan 23, 2027 | $89.57 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Dec 3, 2026 | $90.71 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Orchestra | Eastern Mediterranean | 3 | Jan 6, 2027 | $91.67 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Orchestra | Eastern Mediterranean | 3 | Jan 6, 2027 | $91.67 | Inside |
| MSC | MSC Sinfonia | Western Mediterranean | 7 | Feb 18, 2027 | $91.86 | 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: September 6, 2026.