What are last minute cruises?

Last-minute cruises are voyages available to book within 90 days of departure, using Cunard’s Sailing Soon Savings fare. They offer excellent value without compromising on the Cunard experience. View all last-minute cruise deals.

What is the Sailing Soon Savings fare and what does it include?

Cunard's Sailing Soon Savings fare offers reduced fares for last-minute luxury vacations on select voyages. To qualify for these last-minute deals, you must pay in full at the time of booking, and the offers have limited availability. Here's what you should know about Cunard's Sailing Soon Savings: Reduced fares: You can save money on select, last-minute cruises to various destinations. Full payment required: Full payment for the cruise is required at the time of booking. Booking window: The discounts are for voyages that are sailing "in a short period of time," typically after the final payment due date. This can vary, but some cruise critics have noted prices dropping significantly within 90 days of sailing. For more information on fare types and their benefits, visit Our Fares .

Where can I go on a last minute cruise?

Choose from a variety of last-minute cruise vacations, including Transatlantic Crossings, Alaska, the Caribbean, USA and Canada and beyond.

Is it better to book a cruise late, or really far in advance?

Both options have advantages. Booking early gives you the widest choice of voyages, staterooms, and dining times. Choosing a last-minute cruise deal with Cunard means you can enjoy exceptional value on select voyages booked within 90 days of departure. If your travel plans are flexible, our Sailings Soon Savings Fare is the best way to secure a spontaneous escape at a remarkable price.

Sailing Soon Savings

Discover last-minute cruises with Cunard's Sailing Soon Savings Fare - your gateway to spontaneous adventures at remarkable value. From the Caribbean to Alaska or even an iconic Transatlantic Crossing, booking late has never looked so elegant.

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Sailing Soon Savings Featured Voyages

Discover our hand-picked last-minute cruise trips, all bookable on a Sailing Soon Savings Fare within 90 days of departure. Every voyage promises elegant comfort, world-class dining, and the chance to explore iconic destinations.

What is the Sailing Soon Savings Fare?

Our Sailing Soon Savings Fare is the best way to secure Cunard’s last minute cruise travel deals. By booking within 90 days of sailing, you’ll unlock savings on select voyages. While staterooms are allocated at our discretion, every guest still enjoys Cunard’s White Star Service, fine dining, and unforgettable experiences.

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Last minute cruises from New York

Step on board a Cunard Queen in the city that never sleeps and set sail on an unforgettable adventure. With Cunard's last minute cruise deals from New York, you can enjoy everything from the iconic Transatlantic Crossing to North America's eastern seaboard.

Last minute cruises from Miami

Dreaming of turquoise waters and tropical breezes? Cunard's last-minute cruise deals from Miami bring you closer to the Caribbean's most enchanting islands. Whether you're looking for a short getaway or a longer voyage, booking on a Sailing Soon Savings fare means you can enjoy outstanding value without compromising.

Last minute cruise destinations

Where will your next adventure take you? Cunard’s late cruise deals span the globe, from last-minute sun-drenched Caribbean cruises to historic last-minute Mediterranean cruises, and even iconic Transatlantic Crossings.

Transatlantic Eastbound

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Transatlantic Westbound

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Alaska

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The Caribbean

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Northern Europe

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Mediterranean

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Last minute cruise deal FAQs

Cunard's Sailing Soon Savings fare offers reduced fares for last-minute luxury vacations on select voyages. To qualify for these last-minute deals, you must pay in full at the time of booking, and the offers have limited availability.

Here's what you should know about Cunard's Sailing Soon Savings:

Reduced fares: You can save money on select, last-minute cruises to various destinations.
Full payment required: Full payment for the cruise is required at the time of booking.
Booking window: The discounts are for voyages that are sailing "in a short period of time," typically after the final payment due date. This can vary, but some cruise critics have noted prices dropping significantly within 90 days of sailing.

For more information on fare types and their benefits, visit Our Fares.

Select your preferred voyage online, choose the Sailing Soon Savings Fare, and complete your booking. It’s the easiest way to secure Cunard’s best last-minute cruise deals.

A cruise can be booked online as late as four days before departure - just enough time to get checked in online and pack your suitacase before you sail. The cruise must be paid for in full at the time of booking and is subject to a 100% cancellation fee.

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Terms and conditions

*Sailing Soon Savings Offer (“Offer”) valid on new bookings only. Offer is available to residents of the 50 United States/District of Columbia, Canada, Bermuda, Puerto Rico, and Mexico who are 21 years of age or older. Offers have limited availability, are for new bookings on select cruises only, are only for the first two guests in a stateroom, are capacity controlled (regardless of stateroom availability), are subject to change, and may not be combined with other offers or promotions (aside from those listed herein). Other exclusions may apply; void where prohibited. Changes or refunds may not be permitted. Full payment is required at time of booking. Fares apply to minimum lead-in categories on a space available basis at time of reservation. Fares for other categories not shown may vary. All cruise fares are inclusive of government-imposed taxes and fees. Government-imposed taxes and fees include but are not limited to any and all fees, tolls and taxes imposed by a governmental authority such as wharfage, head taxes, dockage, Panama Canal tolls, US Customs fees, immigration and naturalization fees, government inspection fees, hotel or VAT taxes as part of a land tour, air taxes, and similar government-imposed taxes and fees for the performance of the cruise. Government-imposed taxes and fees are subject to change and Cunard Line (“Cunard”) reserves the right to collect any increases in effect at the time of sailing even if the fare has already been paid in full. Bookings on this Offer will follow the current standard terms and conditions that apply to the specific voyage. This Offer only available on voyages advertised in this promotion, is capacity controlled, subject to change, and may not combine with any other public, exclusive, or past guest offers including (without limitation) exclusive agent rates, agent exclusive benefits programs, rates for groups for Tour Conductor credits, or group amenities. Fares quoted in U.S. dollars. Cunard is not responsible or liable for any errors, including without limitation printing or technological errors. Cunard may change or revoke Offer or its parts at any time. Please refer to the applicable Cunard brochure or Cunard.com for terms, conditions and definitions that apply to all reservations. Ask about our applicable air add on program. Expiration date varies by voyage sail date. Reference promo code RGT.