Quick answer
Transatlantic crossings and repositioning cruises happen in April–May (to Europe) and October–November (to the Caribbean), offering the lowest per-night fares. World cruises of 80–180 days usually depart in January.
- Cruise season
- Jan, Apr, May, Oct, Nov
- Best months
- Apr, May, Oct, Nov
- Typical length
- 12–180 nights
- Main departure ports
- Southampton, New York, Fort Lauderdale, Barcelona
- Popular ports
- New York, Southampton, Lisbon, Madeira, the Azores, Canary Islands, Barcelona, Fort Lauderdale
- Cruise lines sailing here
- 20
Why cruise here
- Lowest per-night fares at sea
- Queen Mary 2's regular Southampton–New York crossing
- Repositioning voyages via India and the Gulf
Ports of call
- New York
- Southampton
- Lisbon
- Madeira
- the Azores
- Canary Islands
- Barcelona
- Fort Lauderdale
- Dubai
- Singapore
Sailings & fares
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Cruise lines sailing World cruises, transatlantic & repositioning
Mainstream ocean cruises
Premium ocean cruises
- Princess Cruises
- Holland America Line
- Oceania Cruises
- Azamara
- Viking (ocean & expedition)
- Cunard
- Saga Cruises
- Asuka Cruise
Luxury & ultra-luxury cruises
European river cruises
Visas for World cruises, transatlantic & repositioning cruises
Long voyages cross many borders; the Visa Desk builds a visa plan for every country in order, with apply-by dates.
Guides: Schengen visa (Europe), US visa (B1/B2), UK visa.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to cruise World cruises, transatlantic & repositioning?
The cruise season is Jan, Apr, May, Oct, Nov; the best months are April, May, October, November.
Do I need a visa for a World cruises, transatlantic & repositioning cruise?
Long voyages cross many borders; the Visa Desk builds a visa plan for every country in order, with apply-by dates.
How long is a typical World cruises, transatlantic & repositioning cruise?
Most are 12–180 nights, usually from Southampton, New York, Fort Lauderdale.
Which cruise lines sail World cruises, transatlantic & repositioning?
MSC Cruises, Costa Cruises, P&O Cruises, Ambassador Cruise Line, Peace Boat, Princess Cruises, Holland America Line, Oceania Cruises, Azamara, Viking (ocean & expedition), Cunard, Saga Cruises and 8 more.