MSC Fly-Cruise Holidays 2028

Where Does MSC Sail in 2028?

MSC Cruises fly-cruise sailings for 2028 spread across the Caribbean, the Mediterranean, Central and South America, Japan, and beyond — with durations ranging from a 5-night taster to a 117-night world voyage. The vast majority are round-trip itineraries, though a handful are one-way sailings that end at a different port from where they begin; if you book one of those, we’ll sort your return flight home as part of the same package. Embarkation ports include Miami, Port Canaveral, Barcelona, Rome (Civitavecchia), Barbados and Buenos Aires, so there is a genuine spread of starting points across Florida, Southern Europe and the wider Americas.

The Caribbean and the Americas

Which Caribbean Sailings Are Available with MSC in 2028?

The Caribbean is far and away the most popular destination in the 2028 MSC fly-cruise line-up. Sailings depart from Miami and Port Canaveral in Florida, and from Barbados, so you have genuine flexibility over where you begin. Miami and Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) are about half an hour apart, so a Florida trip can sail from either — worth checking both for dates and prices when you’re comparing options.

If you want the Southern Caribbean specifically — the smaller, quieter islands further down the arc — MSC has sailings there too. Prices for Caribbean fly-cruises start at £925 pp*. For a broader look at all-inclusive Caribbean fly-cruise options in 2028, our all-inclusive fly Caribbean 2028 cruises page is worth a look alongside this one.

Thinking about the Caribbean but not fixed on the year? Our Caribbean fly-cruises hub covers a wider range of dates, and if you’d like to pair a cruise with a city stay, Caribbean 2027 cruises with New York stays shows how that can work in practice.

Central America and South America

MSC also sails Central America itineraries in 2028, departing from the Florida ports and giving you access to the Pacific coast of the Americas. If you want to go further south, South America sailings depart from Buenos Aires — a city well worth a night or two in either direction, which we can build into your booking alongside transfers and any internal flights you need.

The Mediterranean

Which Mediterranean Fly-Cruises Does MSC Offer in 2028?

The Mediterranean is MSC’s home territory, and it shows in the 2028 timetable. The Western Mediterranean accounts for the largest share of European sailings, with most departing from Barcelona or Rome (Civitavecchia). Both are worthwhile cities in their own right, and we regularly add a hotel night or two at either end so you’re not rushing to and from the ship.

Broader Mediterranean itineraries — covering the central and eastern basin — also feature, with calls including Valletta in Malta and Piraeus (Athens). Venice cruises also feature among the Mediterranean ports these sailings use. For a full view of what’s available across the region, our Mediterranean cruises 2028 page covers multiple lines and ships, and our Mediterranean 2028 fly-cruises page narrows it to fly-cruise options specifically.

Further Afield: Japan, World Cruises and More

MSC sails to Japan in 2028 — a compact but genuinely distinctive part of the programme that suits experienced cruisers looking for something away from the usual routes. For a broader view of Japan sailings from other lines too, our Japan cruises 2028 page is useful, and Princess Japan and Southeast Asia 2027–2028 is worth comparing if you’re weighing up lines. MSC also has West Coast USA sailings departing from Seattle, as well as a small number of Transatlantic crossings — one-way itineraries that, by definition, require a flight for one end of the trip, and we take care of that as part of the package.

At the longer end of the range, MSC offers world cruise sailings in 2028, with itineraries calling at ports across multiple continents. If you’re comparing world cruise options across lines, our world cruises 2028 guide covers the full picture, and the world cruise 2028 with Cunard Line page is a useful reference point.

Which Ships Are Sailing with MSC in 2028?

MSC operates a large, varied fleet and the ships on these 2028 fly-cruise sailings range from newly built flagships to well-established mid-size vessels. Here is what you’ll find across the programme.

MSC World Asia — Launched 2026

MSC World Asia entered service in December 2026 and, at 215,863 GT, is among the largest cruise ships ever built. The design takes clear inspiration from its intended region: a 12-metre floating dragon sculpture anchors the World Promenade, and an 81-metre spiral slide spans 12 decks. The Harbour outdoor theme park adds a Cliffhanger swing positioned 50 metres above the ocean, free-fall waterslides and 7 pools — serious hardware for families who want their sea days to feel like anything but a rest day.

Cabin options on MSC World Asia range from inside grades right through to Yacht Club suites. See the full range on the MSC World Asia cabins and deck plans page before you call us to book.

MSC Seashore

MSC Seashore carries 20 sailings, making it one of the most active ships in the 2028 MSC fly-cruise timetable. The ship’s defining feature is its relationship with the sea itself: 13,000 m² of outdoor space, a glass-floored bridge 22 metres above the waterline and glass-bottomed promenades running along both sides of the ship. You are, quite literally, walking over open water.

On Deck 18, Pirates Cove Aquapark connects directly to the Long Island Pool via a 360-degree fountain island. Add a zip line and an MSC Formula Racer simulator and you have a ship that keeps families genuinely occupied. The New York theme runs throughout — the Times Square area features an 8.5-metre LED wall, and the Danza del Mare Venini glass sculpture rises four decks through the atrium.

Cabin grades on MSC Seashore cover a wide range:

• Premium Inside Cabin Fantastica — 28 m², sleeping up to 5; twice the floor space of the standard inside grades
• Ocean-view cabin Bella — 17 m², sleeping up to 4, with a sea-view window bringing in natural light
• Two-Bedroom Grand Suite Aurea — 49 m² with 2 complete bedrooms, the only multi-room suite option for families requiring separate sleeping arrangements
• Super Family cabin Plus — 51 m² with separate sleeping and living areas, sleeping up to 10
• MSC Yacht Club Owner’s Suite — 98 m² with a separate bedroom, living room and dining room; the largest suite on board

Check the full layout on the MSC Seashore cabins and deck plans page.

MSC Poesia

Poesia is a notably different ship from the World-class flagships — smaller, more intimate, and with a character all of its own. An atrium waterfall and a Zen garden set her apart from everything else in the MSC fleet. From April 2026, the MSC Yacht Club on Poesia was expanded, adding butler service, private dining and an exclusive sundeck for Yacht Club guests. For dining beyond the main restaurants, there is the Butcher’s Cut steakhouse and Kaito Sushi Bar; for wellness, the Aurea Spa includes a salt grotto and Kneipp therapy pool.

Cabin grades on MSC Poesia include:

• Inside cabin Bella — 14 m², sleeping up to 4
• Ocean-view cabin Bella — 16 m² with a porthole window, offering natural light at a more accessible price point
• Premium Suite Aurea with Sealed Window — 30 m² with a large panoramic window, considerably more spacious than a standard balcony cabin
• Cabina Super Family FLA — 42 m², sleeping up to 5; ideal for families wanting significantly more living space
• MSC Yacht Club Executive & Family Suite with Balcony — 47 m² plus an enormous 78 m² balcony, almost double the outdoor space of a standard balcony cabin

The full deck-by-deck breakdown is on the MSC Poesia cabins and deck plans page.

MSC Grandiosa

Grandiosa is MSC’s flagship Meraviglia-Plus ship and it earns that title on numbers alone. The 93-metre Galleria Grandiosa LED promenade is the longest at sea, transforming each evening into a live entertainment boulevard. Eataly — Italy’s iconic food-market brand — is aboard, alongside a Jean-Philippe chocolaterie and 14 restaurants in total. Families get twin F1 simulators, an interactive 4D cinema and a dedicated MSC Kids Club covering all age groups. It’s a ship where the question is never what to do next; it’s what to do first.

The MSC Grandiosa cabins and deck plans page has the full grade and layout detail.

MSC Magnifica

Magnifica suits couples and solo travellers who want the full MSC offering without the scale of the World-class ships. The Royal Theatre seats 1,200 guests for large-scale productions, and a 4D cinema is on hand for quieter evenings. The MSC Aurea Spa — with its salt grotto and Kneipp circuit — is a wellness offering that stands out in this ship class. Magnifica also carries the MSC Yacht Club: a private enclave with its own sundeck, pool, dedicated restaurant and 24/7 butler service, for those who want to step further away from the main ship experience.

See the full cabin range on the MSC Magnifica cabins and deck plans page.

MSC Splendida, MSC Seaside, MSC Lirica and MSC World Europa

The 2028 MSC fly-cruise sailings also feature MSC Splendida, MSC Seaside, MSC Lirica and MSC World Europa. Deck plans and cabin grades for each are available on their respective pages: MSC Splendida cabins and deck plans, MSC Seaside cabins and deck plans, MSC Lirica cabins and deck plans and MSC World Europa cabins and deck plans. MSC World Atlantic also sails in this period; cabin options there run from the 15 m² Deluxe Inside Cabin Fantastica up to the 50 m² MSC Yacht Club Deluxe Suite, with the full layout on the MSC World Atlantic cabins and deck plans page.

What Do MSC Fly-Cruise Fares Include?

MSC uses a tiered fare system — Bella, Fantastica, Aurea and MSC Yacht Club — and what each tier covers varies by sailing. Broadly, a Bella fare is the entry-level rate with cabin allocation closer to departure; Fantastica adds more flexibility over cabin location and timing preferences; Aurea typically brings spa credits or priority boarding; and MSC Yacht Club is a premium all-in experience with dedicated dining, butler service and a private sun deck.

When you call Cruise1st, our team will walk you through exactly what each fare tier includes on your chosen sailing — because the detail matters and it shifts between itineraries. Fare types such as early-booking offers and last-minute deals can also change the picture, so it pays to speak to someone who tracks this daily rather than booking on assumptions. We’ll also make sure you understand what’s covered for the flight element, so there are no surprises at the airport.

Are There Any Discounts Available on MSC 2028 Fly-Cruises?

Reductions are available on a selection of MSC 2028 fly-cruise sailings. Discounts reach up to 11% on a single departure, though that is the maximum measured across sailings in this set and on one specific cabin grade — most reduced sailings sit closer to 5% off that cabin’s previously listed price. It’s not a page-wide sale, but there are genuine savings to be found if you search by the right dates. Our team can flag which sailings currently carry a reduction when you call.

How Can Cruise1st Help You Book?

Every sailing is a fly-cruise, which means a flight is already part of the picture — and that’s where booking through Cruise1st makes a real difference. We are one of the UK’s leading cruise specialists for MSC Cruises, which means we know which ships suit which itineraries, which cabin grades are worth the step up, and which fare tiers make sense for different travel styles.

As a fly-cruise specialist, we put the whole trip together as a Cruise1st Package — flights, hotels the night before or after, transfers, tours and insurance all on one booking. You don’t have to piece it together yourself or worry that a delayed flight means the cruise line won’t wait. We handle it.

We’re also ABTA and ATOL protected, and rated 4.5 out of 5 on Trustpilot from over 7,000 reviews — so you can book knowing there’s genuine accountability behind the promise. If you want to talk through your options before committing, our cruise experts are on the phone and happy to go through every detail.

Explore More 2028 Cruise Options

If you’re comparing MSC with other lines in 2028, our cruises 2028 hub covers the full market. For no-fly cruising in 2028, P&O 2028 cruises and Princess Cruises 2028 both have strong programmes from UK ports. You can also explore 2028 cruises from Liverpool if you’re in the north of England and want to board closer to home.

For fly-cruises specifically, MSC fly-cruises covers all dates, and fly-cruises in 2028 spans every line. If the Caribbean is your focus, our Caribbean fly-cruises 2027 page is useful for comparing the year prior, and Caribbean fly-cruises gives you the full rolling view. The Mediterranean 2027 fly-cruises page is a good reference if you want to see how Mediterranean routes have developed year on year. For Transatlantic crossings, you can also compare Transatlantic cruises in 2028 across lines, or look at Transatlantic 2028 cruises with P&O specifically.

Interested in Barbados cruises in 2028 or departing from Spain? Our cruises from Barcelona in 2028 page has dedicated listings. For all-inclusive fly-cruise options across 2028, all-inclusive fly 2028 cruises gives you a broader filter.

*Prices are per person based on 2 people sharing, and are subject to change. This price is not kept up to date and therefore does not reflect live pricing and availability. Prices and any discounts shown were checked on 14 October 2026.

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.