Canada Fly Cruises from the UK

Fly-cruise holidays to Canada and the surrounding region cover an enormous spread of itineraries — Alaska wilderness sailings from Vancouver, Pacific and transatlantic repositioning crossings, and East Coast itineraries ending at or near New York. Cruises range from short breaks of around 5 nights to extended voyages of several months, with a median length of 13 nights giving you a real sense of the region. Most sailings are fly-cruise departures, so Cruise1st can book your flights, hotels and transfers alongside the cruise as one joined-up holiday.

Where Do Canada Fly Cruises Go?

Alaska is where the greatest concentration of Canada-routed fly-cruises sits. Sailing out of Vancouver or Seattle, these itineraries take you into glacier country — narrow inlets, wildlife-rich coastlines and ports that no larger vessel can reach. If you want dramatic scenery and time in the wilderness, this is where to start.

Beyond Alaska, the East Coast USA and New England routes pair well with a Canada fly-cruise: itineraries here often call at New York or nearby terminals. Some sailings leave from Manhattan itself; others use the New York area terminals across the water in New Jersey — Cape Liberty in Bayonne — which adds more departure choices.

Transatlantic crossings are a strong strand of what is on offer here. These are longer voyages that typically end at Southampton or another UK or European port — which means a handful of sailings need no return flight, because the ship comes home. Check both directions: a westbound crossing starts in Europe; eastbound starts on the American side and ends in the UK.

Smaller shares of the range head south into the Caribbean and Central America or cross the Pacific, making these fly-cruises a useful foundation for a longer trip combining North America with other regions. Polynesia sailings also appear in the range for those chasing an extended Pacific voyage.

Which Ports Do These Sailings Leave From?

Vancouver, British Columbia is the most popular embarkation point — a city that gives you easy access to the Canadian Rockies before or after the cruise, and Cruise1st can add that pre- or post-cruise hotel for you. Seattle is a close second, with a similar Alaska-focused programme and strong flight connections from the UK.

New York sailings offer East Coast and transatlantic options. Miami and Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) are about half an hour apart, so a Florida embarkation can sail from either — worth checking both for dates and prices. San Francisco and Los Angeles round out the West Coast options, typically for Pacific or repositioning sailings.

A small number of sailings — around 2% of the range — end at Southampton, meaning the return journey is the cruise itself. For those, you can travel by road or rail to the port and need no flight at all. If you are interested specifically in that option, our no-fly cruises from the UK page covers it in more detail.

Which Cruise Lines Sail to Canada?

Princess Cruises has the largest programme here, with itineraries that make particular use of Vancouver and the Alaska corridor. Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Line both have strong showings, followed by Celebrity Cruises and Oceania Cruises. Cruise1st Packages also feature prominently — these bundle the cruise with flights, hotels and transfers into a single, priced-and-booked holiday.

Which Ships Are Sailing?

Several well-known ships appear regularly across these itineraries. Here is a guide to some of the most frequently seen.

Star Princess — Princess Cruises (New for 2025)

Star Princess launched in 2025, making her the newest ship in Princess Cruises’ fleet and a genuine reason to sail sooner rather than later. She carries more than 1,500 balconies — more than any other ship in the Princess fleet — and over 29 different dining, bar and lounge options on board. If you want to know more about the cabin layout, the Star Princess cabins and deck plans are on our site.

Coral Princess — Princess Cruises

Coral Princess is particularly well suited to Alaska sailings because her 91,627 GT beam is narrow enough to reach waterways and ports that larger ships simply cannot enter. On board, the Universe Lounge features 3 revolving stages used for everything from cabaret to cooking demonstrations, and The Sanctuary adults-only retreat gives you a quieter corner of the ship when you need it. The Crown Grill steakhouse and Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria are available for premium dining evenings. Browse the Coral Princess cabins and deck plans to find the grade that suits you.

Royal Princess — Princess Cruises

Named at Southampton by HRH The Princess of Wales in 2013, Royal Princess carries a SeaWalk — a glass-floored walkway extending 18 metres out over the ocean, almost 40 metres above the waves. The Sanctuary adults-only area includes the Enclave thermal suite, heated stone loungers and a hydrotherapy pool. See the Royal Princess cabins and deck plans for the full cabin breakdown.

Emerald Princess — Princess Cruises

Emerald Princess is a familiar and well-regarded ship on the Alaska and West Coast programme. Check the Emerald Princess cabins and deck plans if you are comparing cabin grades across the Princess fleet.

Serenade of the Seas — Royal Caribbean

Serenade of the Seas brings Royal Caribbean’s style to the Canada and Alaska programme. Guests can choose from 16 bars and lounges, catch acrobatic shows performed in the ship’s Atrium, or head up to the basketball court or rock climbing wall. The Serenade of the Seas cabins and deck plans will help you pick your preferred grade.

Norwegian Joy — Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian Joy is Norwegian Cruise Line’s option for this region, and it is worth knowing about The Haven — a ship-within-a-ship enclave with a private pool, dedicated restaurant and 24-hour butler service. Solo travellers are particularly well catered for, with Studio cabins and a dedicated Solo Travellers lounge. Freestyle Dining means no fixed dinner sittings: you can eat at Cagney’s Steakhouse, Le Bistro or La Cucina whenever suits you. The Norwegian Joy cabins and deck plans show the full range of accommodation.

Riviera — Oceania Cruises

Oceania’s Riviera is an intimate ship carrying around 1,250 guests, with close to 800 crew — a ratio that translates into genuinely attentive service. All 6 of her speciality restaurants are included in the fare, from the Polo Grill to Jacques, with no surcharge ever. The Culinary Centre is the only cooking school at sea, running hands-on classes led by expert chefs. If you enjoy food-focused travel, this ship is hard to look past.

Cabin Grades: Norwegian Joy

• Family Inside cabin — 12.5 m², sleeps 4. Pullman beds alongside the double bed make this the practical choice for families who want to keep costs down.
• Ocean-view cabin O4 — 22.3 m², sleeps 5. A large window lets in natural daylight and a clear view of the open sea — the key difference from an inside cabin.
• Balcony cabin with large balcony B6 — 30.8 m² with a 14 m² balcony. Nearly 5 times the outdoor space of a standard balcony cabin, giving you room to sit out at sea in comfort.
• Family Suite SP — 47.6 m², sleeps 6. Almost twice the space of a Penthouse Suite, making it the roomiest of the standard suite options on board.
• The Haven Premier Owner’s Suite — 197.9 m², sleeps 8. Three bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and a private hot tub. The single largest suite on Norwegian Joy.

Full layouts and deck positions are on the Norwegian Joy cabins and deck plans page.

Cabin Grades: Riviera (Oceania Cruises)

• Inside cabin F — 16 m², sleeps 2. The entry point into Oceania’s all-inclusive style, with complimentary soft drinks and mineral water included daily.
• Deluxe Ocean-view cabin C — 22 m², sleeps 2. Floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows flood the cabin with natural light throughout the day.
• Concierge Level Verandah A1 — 27 m², sleeps 2. A private veranda gives you fresh air and sea views without crossing public decks.
• Owner’s Suite OS — 185 m², sleeps 2. The largest suite on board, more than 4 times the size of a penthouse suite.

Cabin Grades: Coral Princess

• Inside cabin IA — 14.5 m², sleeps 4. Mid-deck positions minimise ship motion, useful on longer Alaska sailings in open water.
• Sea-view cabin O5 — 19.7 m², sleeps 4. A large panoramic window and natural daylight — the step up from an inside cabin that makes a real difference on longer voyages.
• Premium Balcony cabin B1 — 23 m² including balcony, sleeps 4. Around 50% more space than a standard balcony cabin, which matters on a 13-night sailing.
• Premium Suite S5 — 43.7 m², sleeps 4. Considerably larger than a mini-suite, with a separate seating area.

Compare decks and positions on the Coral Princess cabins and deck plans page.

What Do the Fares Include?

Princess Cruises

Princess offers 2 main fare tiers on most sailings. Princess Standard covers the cruise itself; drinks packages, Wi-Fi and gratuities are available to add. Princess Plus steps up to include 4 casual dining meals per voyage, beverages up to $15 each (up to 15 per day), MedallionNet Max Wi-Fi, pre-paid crew appreciation, unlimited digital photographs with 3 prints, and reserved theatre seating. If you prefer everything sorted before you board, Plus is worth comparing against Standard on total cost.

Norwegian Cruise Line

Norwegian’s Brochure fare is the base cruise fare with no packages included. The Free at Sea tier adds a beverage package, a speciality dining package, Wi-Fi and $50 shore excursion credit per port. Free at Sea Plus extends this further, with the packages applying to all guests in the stateroom. The number of speciality dining meals scales with the length of the cruise.

Royal Caribbean

Royal Caribbean fare types include a standard Cruise Fare, a Single/Solo Fare for solo travellers, and promotional options such as last-minute offers and fare types such as third- and fourth-guest promotions. Specific inclusions vary by sailing and booking window, so it is worth checking with our team what is applicable to your chosen departure.

Are There Deals on Canada Fly Cruises?

Discounts are available across a wide range of these sailings, with reductions measured against the price previously listed for that cabin grade on that sailing. On one departure the saving reaches up to 33%, though that is a single sailing; most reduced fares are discounted by around 3%. It is worth searching broadly across dates and cabin grades to find where the reductions land, and our team can help you compare fares across lines.

Make It a Full Holiday

Nearly all of these sailings involve a flight from the UK, so there is more to arrange than the cruise alone. At Cruise1st we can add flights, hotels before or after your cruise, transfers between airport and port, tours, and insurance — all on one booking. If you are spending a night in Vancouver before embarking, or adding a few days in New York at the end, we sort the hotel and the transfer so it is all joined up. That is what Cruise1st Packages are built for.

If you would rather explore other fly-cruise destinations while you are planning, our transatlantic fly-cruises page covers Atlantic crossings in more depth, and Mediterranean fly-cruises and Canary Islands fly-cruises are popular alternatives if Canada is not the right fit this time.

Prefer to cruise without flying? Our no-fly cruises from the UK page covers all the sailings you can reach by road or rail from home. And if you are interested in other regional fly-cruise options, Australia fly-cruises and Caribbean fly-cruises are worth a look alongside this range.

You can also browse the full cruises range or our Canada cruises from the UK hub if you want to compare fly and no-fly options side by side. Cruise1st is ABTA and ATOL protected, and is rated 4.5/5 on Trustpilot from over 7,000 reviews.

Where a discount is shown, it is a reduction from the price previously listed for that cabin grade on that sailing, not a comparison between cabin grades or against a brochure rate. Discounts and prices shown are not kept up to date: the reduction available now may be smaller, or may have ended, and prices may have changed.