Transatlantic Cruise Deals
The romance of crossing an ocean — days at sea, dinner under the stars and the skyline of a new continent rising at dawn. Transatlantic cruises are cruising at its most classic, and its best value.
A transatlantic cruise is the original ocean voyage — sailing between Europe and the Americas the way people always did, with restful sea days in between. There are two kinds. The classic crossing is Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 between Southampton and New York — a seven-night ocean liner tradition with formal nights, enrichment and no rush. The other is the repositioning transatlantic, sailed by most major lines each spring and fall as they move ships between the Mediterranean/Northern Europe and the Caribbean/Florida — longer, port-light voyages at some of the lowest per-night fares of the year, often calling at the Azores, Madeira or the Canary Islands. Both are one-way (you fly home from the other side). We match the crossing, ship, cabin and season to you — and get you the best cruise price free from a true cruise specialist.
Why take a transatlantic cruise?
The classic ocean voyage
Crossing the Atlantic by ship — formal nights, afternoon tea, enrichment and the wake stretching to the horizon.
Exceptional value
Repositioning crossings are priced to fill the ship, so a balcony or suite is often surprisingly affordable.
Restful days at sea
Long sea-day stretches to unwind, use the ship fully and enjoy lectures, spa days and slow mornings.
Atlantic islands
Many crossings call at the Azores, Madeira or the Canary Islands — a green, sunny break mid-ocean.
Cunard crossing or repositioning?
The Cunard crossing on Queen Mary 2 is the purist’s choice — a purpose-built ocean liner sailing Southampton to New York (or reverse) in seven nights, with a dress-for-dinner tradition and one of the great arrivals in travel as Manhattan comes into view. A repositioning transatlantic on a mainstream or premium ship runs longer (about 12–16 nights), links Europe with the Caribbean or Florida, and delivers the best value, often via the Atlantic islands.
Both are one-way, so factor in a flight home from the far side. Tell us your preferred direction, dates and whether you want the Cunard tradition or a value crossing, and we’ll match the voyage.
Beginning or ending your crossing on the European side? Madeira’s year-round spring climate makes it a relaxing stopover — see Madeira hotel options on RoomsCheap.com.
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Ready to plan your transatlantic cruise?
Tell us your preferred direction and dates, and whether you want the Cunard crossing or a value repositioning, and we’ll match the ship and voyage — and get your best cruise price free from a true cruise specialist, with no obligation.
Get your best transatlantic cruise price freeFrequently Asked Questions
How long is a transatlantic cruise?
Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 crossing is seven nights Southampton–New York. Repositioning transatlantics run longer — about 12–16 nights — because they add ports in Europe, the Atlantic islands and the Caribbean. We’ll match the length to your plans.
When do transatlantic cruises sail?
Cunard crosses throughout the year. Repositioning transatlantics cluster in spring (April–May, eastbound to Europe) and fall (September–November, westbound to the Americas), when lines move ships between seasonal regions.
Will there be a lot of sea days?
Yes — that’s the point. A crossing means several consecutive days at sea, filled with dining, entertainment, enrichment and spa. If you prefer ports over sea time, we can suggest a more port-intensive itinerary instead.
Do transatlantic cruises stop anywhere?
The Cunard crossing is often non-stop; repositioning transatlantics usually call at the Azores, Madeira or the Canary Islands, plus European and Caribbean ports at each end. We’ll show you the exact calls.
How do I get a quote?
Tell us your direction, dates and the style of crossing you want, and request your best cruise price free from a true cruise specialist, with no obligation.
