Last Minute P&O Cruise Deals

What Are P&O Last Minute Cruise Deals?

P&O Cruises late deals are sailings departing within the next 60 days, released at reduced prices as departure approaches. Discounts can reach up to 38% off that cabin grade’s previously listed price on a particular sailing — though that maximum applies to one departure, and most reduced sailings sit closer to 7% off. It is still a genuine saving, and for anyone with flexible dates it is one of the most cost-effective ways to sail with P&O Cruises. The sailing window runs from autumn into early winter, taking in the Canary Islands, the Caribbean, coastal England and more. Trips range from short breaks of a few nights to fuller voyages, with a median length of 14 nights — long enough to feel properly rested without committing to weeks away.

Where Do P&O Late Deals Go?

The biggest concentration of last minute sailings heads to the Canary Islands — the most popular destination in this window by a clear margin. From there, sailings spread to the Southern Caribbean, the wider Caribbean, coastal England, Portugal and North Africa. If you have always wanted to escape the autumn chill without getting on a long-haul flight, the Canaries are the natural choice. For something more ambitious, the Caribbean itineraries offer longer voyages that feel like a proper winter escape.

The Canary Islands

The Canary Islands account for the largest share of last minute P&O availability. Sailings typically call at Santa Cruz de Tenerife, which also serves as an embarkation port for some itineraries. If you are joining a sailing in Tenerife rather than Southampton, you will need a flight out and — depending on whether it is a round trip or a one-way sailing — a flight home. Cruise1st can arrange both, along with any hotel nights either side and transfers between the airport and the ship, so you arrive knowing everything is in place. For 7-night Canary Islands cruises and longer, this is a destination that repays the journey.

England and No-Fly Sailings

A good share of last minute P&O sailings depart from Southampton — and if you live anywhere in Britain with reasonable road or rail access, that means no airport at all. You board at Southampton and you are at sea the same afternoon. These sailings cover the English coast and make for straightforward short breaks. If you have never tried a no-fly cruise, a last minute English coastal sailing is an easy way to start. Browse England mini cruises if a short break from Southampton appeals. For longer itineraries sailing from the same port, cruises from Southampton gives you the full picture.

The Caribbean

P&O’s last minute Caribbean sailings in this window depart from Barbados and Antigua — both fly-cruise itineraries, meaning you will need a transatlantic flight to join the ship. That is the middle leg of a longer trip, and Cruise1st can put the flights, pre- or post-cruise hotels and transfers together with your cruise fare as one booking. The reward is a longer sailing — the 14-night Caribbean cruises in this range are among the most popular — and a chance to explore the Southern Caribbean at its finest. If you are thinking of boarding in Barbados specifically, our 14-day cruises from Barbados page shows you what else is on offer from that port.

Which Ships Are Sailing on P&O Last Minute Deals?

Several ships from the P&O Cruises fleet appear across these late departures. Here is what each one offers, so you can choose based on what matters most to you on board.

Azura

Azura was refreshed bow-to-stern in 2025 — new restaurants, bars, cabin décor and corridor carpets throughout — so if you sailed her before, she will feel noticeably different now. For dining, Sindhu delivers modern Indian cuisine, while the Glass House is curated by TV wine expert Olly Smith. In the evening, the 800-seat Playhouse theatre hosts West End-quality aerial acrobatics and shows, and the SeaScreen open-air cinema brings films under the stars on deck. Azura accounts for the largest share of last minute departures in this window.

Cabins on Azura range from compact to genuinely spacious. Here is how the main grades compare — see the full Azura cabins and deck plans for layouts and locations:

• Larger Inside Cabin OB — 15 m², exclusively on Riviera Deck, giving a single clearly defined location that makes navigating the ship straightforward
• Sea View Cabin LB — 15 m², the same footprint as the inside cabin but with natural light and an unobstructed sea view
• Superior Deluxe Balcony Cabin DA — 29 m² with a private balcony, giving you personal outdoor space that inside and sea-view grades cannot match
• Penthouse Suite A1 — 69 m², the largest suite on board, with a full separate lounge area and far more living space than standard suites

Arvia

Launched in 2022, Arvia is P&O’s newest ship and the largest ever built for the British market — christened by Nicole Scherzinger. The headline feature is the SkyDome: a retractable performance stage combined with a swimming pool, all enclosed under 970 m² of glass. It is a venue found nowhere else at sea, and it means you can swim or watch a live performance whatever the weather. With more than 30 dining and bar venues — including Sindhu, The Epicurean, The Glass House and the Keel & Cow gastropub — there is always somewhere new to try. Check the Arvia cabins and deck plans to find the grade that suits your party.

• Larger Inside Cabin OA — 15 m², noticeably more floor space than standard inside grades, giving you genuinely more room to spread out
• Suite B4 — approximately 40 m², sleeping up to 4, with dramatically more living space than any balcony cabin
• Deluxe Balcony Cabin EA — 20 m² with a private balcony for fresh sea air and sunbathing, away from the shared decks
• Family Sea View Suite BA — 40.3 m² with a private balcony, available only in suite grades and ideal for families or couples who want genuine space

Ventura

Christened by Dame Helen Mirren, Ventura has sailed from Southampton since 2008 — a ship with real personality and a loyal following. More than 60% of her cabins have balconies, which means the majority of guests get private outdoor space as standard. Dining spans the Glass House by Olly Smith, Sindhu’s British-Indian fusion and The Epicurean, which focuses on the finest British ingredients. The Arena Theatre delivers West End-style shows nightly, and the Havana late-night club and 9 onboard bars keep things lively after dark.

Cabin grades on Ventura — the full Ventura cabins and deck plans has layouts for every deck:

• Larger Inside Cabin OB — 16 m², 1 m² more than standard inside grades, a touch of extra room without the sea-view price premium
• Sea View Cabin LB — 15 m², natural light and an unobstructed sea view over an inside cabin at the same deck level
• Superior Deluxe Balcony Cabin DA — 29 m² with a private balcony, your own outdoor space that inside cabins cannot offer
• Penthouse Suite A1 — 69 m², more than twice the floor space of a standard suite and the largest grade on board

Iona

Iona is P&O’s flagship — the largest ship sailing year-round from Southampton, carrying up to 5,200 guests. She shares the SkyDome concept with Arvia: a 970 m² retractable glass dome above a swimming pool that doubles as a live performance venue, making it the signature space on board. Her 18 venues include Anderson’s gin bar, Sindhu, The Epicurean and The Chef’s Table, all built around British tastes. Browse the Iona cabins and deck plans to see which grade and deck works for you.

Arcadia

Arcadia offers a more traditional P&O feel. The Palladium is an impressive 3-tier theatre at the heart of the ship’s entertainment, Marco Pierre White’s Ocean Grill restaurant brings a fine-dining option on board, and the onboard hydrotherapy pool gives adults a genuinely restorative place to unwind. See all Arcadia cabins and deck plans for the full layout.

Britannia

Named by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015, Britannia sails year-round from Southampton and is about as quintessentially British as cruising gets. Thirteen restaurants and cafés carry menus contributed by Marco Pierre White, Atul Kochhar and James Martin — a line-up that rivals many restaurants ashore. The Headliners Theatre features LED immersive technology, the Limelight Club offers cabaret evenings, and the Crystal Room adds a formal touch for those who enjoy it. Explore Britannia’s cabins and deck plans to pick your grade before you call.

Why Book P&O Late Deals with Cruise1st?

Cruise1st is one of the UK’s leading cruise specialists — which means you get genuine expert advice, not a call centre reading from a brochure. Our team knows the P&O fleet in detail: which ship suits a solo traveller, which cabin grade makes a difference on a 14-night sailing, which fare type includes dining or drinks. That knowledge is free to you before you book.

Just under half of these sailings depart from Southampton, which many of our customers can reach by car or train — no airport, no early morning check-in, just drive or travel to the port and board. For the remaining sailings — those joining in Tenerife, Barbados or Antigua — you need a flight, and that is where a Cruise1st Package earns its keep. We put the flights, hotel nights either side, transfers and insurance around the cruise fare as one booking, so nothing is left to chance. Whether you are stepping onto the ship from a taxi from Southampton or arriving on a transatlantic flight, everything is arranged.

If you are not set on P&O, we have late deals across other lines too — MSC last minute cruise deals and cheap last minute cruises across multiple lines are both worth a look. And if the Canary Islands appeal but you want to look beyond this window, our Caribbean cruise deals page covers the full range. Cruise1st is rated 4.5 out of 5 on Trustpilot from over 7,000 reviews, and all bookings are ABTA and ATOL protected.

P&O Late Deals: Departure Ports and How to Get There

Last minute P&O sailings leave from Southampton in England, and from Santa Cruz de Tenerife in Spain, Bridgetown in Barbados and Antigua. Southampton is the largest embarkation point and the easiest to reach from most of Britain — by road or rail, without flying. Cheap cruises from Southampton and cheap mini cruises from Southampton give you a fuller picture of what departs from there, including short breaks if a weekend away appeals. For the fly-cruise ports, Cruise1st can sort your flights, transfers and hotels as part of a single package — call our team and we will build it around your dates.

Most sailings are round trips, so you return to the same port you departed from. A small number are one-way itineraries, ending at a different port — if that applies to your chosen sailing, you will need to arrange a return journey, and our team can factor that in when building your package.

What Fare Types Are Available on P&O Last Minute Deals?

P&O Cruises offers several fare types on late availability sailings — from saver fares, which offer a lower price in exchange for less cabin choice, to select fares that let you pick your specific cabin location. Some sailings may carry promotional fare types such as early-saver or last-minute offers. The right fare depends on how important cabin location is to you and whether you want to lock in specific dining reservations in advance. Our cruise experts can explain the difference in plain terms and make sure you are not paying for inclusions you will not use, or missing out on ones that would make your trip.

Also Worth Considering

If you are weighing up options beyond this window, last minute cruises across all lines gives you the broadest view of what is available soon. For deals rather than last minute departures specifically, Christmas cruise deals and cruise deals for September 2026 are both active pages. If you are open to other lines, Celebrity cruise deals and MSC cruise deals are comparable options. And if you fancy something closer to home first, cheap all-inclusive cruises from Southampton is a good starting point for no-fly options with more inclusions built in.

*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.