Last Minute Princess Cruises Deals

Where Can I Go on a Last Minute Princess Cruise?

Late availability spans a wide range of destinations, from the sun-drenched Caribbean to Australia, Central America, Southeast Asia and Polynesia. The itineraries range from short breaks of just a couple of nights up to 30-night voyages, with the median sitting at 13 nights — enough time to cover serious ground. Most sailings are round trips, though around a fifth are one-way, so check before you book whether you’ll need to arrange a return flight.

The Caribbean: The Heart of Last Minute Princess Availability

The Caribbean dominates last minute Princess Cruises availability, making it the natural starting point if you want winter sunshine and you want it soon. Sailings depart mainly from Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades), Florida, with further options out of Port Canaveral, Florida. Fort Lauderdale and Miami are roughly half an hour apart, so a Florida trip can realistically board from either — it’s worth checking both when you search.

The Western Caribbean also features strongly, ideal if you want a blend of culture, coast and scenery on one sailing. For those eyeing a Transatlantic crossing, Transatlantic sailings appear too — a satisfying way to cross between continents rather than flying. If the Caribbean takes your eye and you’d like to combine it with a city stay, take a look at Caribbean cruises paired with New York stays for a longer holiday option.

Further Afield: Australia, Asia and Beyond

Beyond the Americas, Princess has strong late availability in Australia, with sailings departing from Sydney and Brisbane — a solid option if you’re already planning a trip Down Under and want to add a cruise. Australia cruises from the UK require some planning around the long-haul flight, but our team can handle the whole trip as a package.

Southeast Asia and East Asia also have late Princess availability, with sailings departing from Singapore. The Princess Japan and Southeast Asia programme gives you a sense of the broader itinerary range in this part of the world. South America and New Zealand round out the offering for those who want something truly far-flung at short notice.

Almost all of these sailings require a flight from the UK — and wherever a flight is involved, Cruise1st can book it alongside your cruise, along with hotels before or after, transfers and tours, as a Cruise1st Package.

Which Ships Are Sailing?

Several Princess ships have late availability, ranging from newer vessels to established fleet favourites. Here is a guide to the ships you’ll find on these sailings.

Star Princess — New for 2025

The newest ship in the Princess fleet, Star Princess launched in 2025 and is the ship to book if you want space and choice. She carries more than 1,500 balconies — more than any other ship in the fleet — so you’re unlikely to be staring at a corridor wall. More than 29 different eateries, bars and lounges mean you can eat somewhere new every night of a fortnight’s sailing without repeating yourself. Star Princess is able to run on LNG as well as conventional fuel, reflecting Princess’s commitment to cleaner propulsion options. View Star Princess cabins and deck plans to find the right grade for your trip.

Cabin options on Star Princess include:

• Inside cabin IA — 13.5 m², sleeps up to 4. Mid-to-upper deck positions give shorter routes to the pool and bars.
• Sea-view cabin O2 — 19.7 m², sleeps up to 4. A large panoramic window gives natural daylight and open sea views without the balcony price.
• Deluxe Balcony cabin DF (bow position) — 27.4 m², sleeps up to 4. Significantly more living space than a standard balcony cabin.
• Sky Suite S0 — 117.2 m², sleeps up to 4. Two complete bedrooms, the largest suite on board, offering more than four times the space of a standard balcony cabin.

Sun Princess — New Since 2024

Sun Princess launched in February 2024 as the first ship of Princess’s all-new Sphere class, and she remains a genuinely fresh experience on the water. The signature feature is The Dome — a multi-level, glass-enclosed deck inspired by Santorini terraces, with an indoor/outdoor pool that shifts into an evening entertainment venue after dark. There are 29 dining and bar options on board, including the three-storey Horizons Dining Room and the Piazza atrium with ocean views. She is also able to run on LNG as well as conventional fuel. Check the Sun Princess cabins and deck plans before you commit.

Cabin grades on Sun Princess:

• Inside cabin IA — 13.5 m², sleeps up to 4. Compact and full-featured — ideal if you plan to spend your days on deck or ashore.
• Premium Sea-view cabin O2 — 19.7 m², sleeps up to 4. Panoramic window with unobstructed sea views and natural light.
• Deluxe Balcony cabin DF (spacious) — 27.4 m², sleeps up to 4. A private balcony for breakfast or sundowners with sea views.
• Sky Suite S0 — 117.2 m², sleeps up to 4. Two full bedrooms and two bathrooms, one with a bathtub and separate shower.

Regal Princess

A Royal-class ship built for 4,250 guests across 19 decks, Regal Princess is well suited to longer Caribbean sailings where you want variety on board as much as ashore. The Princess Theater and Vista Lounge anchor the entertainment, with a multi-level atrium at the heart of the ship. For dining, the Salty Dog Gastropub, Crown Grill steakhouse and an International Café open around the clock cover every appetite. MedallionClass technology means you can order food and drinks to wherever you are on the ship via OceanNow, and Movies Under the Stars is a reliable evening ritual on warm-weather sailings. The Sanctuary adults-only retreat offers a quiet counterpoint to the main pool deck. See Regal Princess cabins and deck plans for full deck-by-deck detail.

Cabin grades on Regal Princess:

• Inside cabin IA — 15.4 m², sleeps up to 4. Available across decks 9 to 14, giving flexibility on position.
• Ocean-view cabin O6 — 20.9 m², sleeps up to 4. Noticeably more spacious than the inside option, with room to spread out after a day ashore.
• Deluxe Balcony cabin D4 (aft) — 22.5 m², sleeps up to 4. The most spacious deluxe balcony grade, with aft views over the ship’s wake.
• Penthouse Suite S3 — 54.5 m², sleeps up to 4. Considerably more generous than a mini-suite — a proper suite experience at sea.

Sky Princess

Sky Princess stands out for its exceptional ratio of balcony cabins — 81% of all cabins feature a private balcony, one of the highest proportions in the Princess fleet. If you value outdoor space but not necessarily a suite, this is the ship to choose. The Sanctuary adults-only retreat offers private cabanas, spa treatments and light meals on a dedicated sun deck, while Crown Grill, Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria and the Chef’s Table Lumiere (complete with a galley tour) cover the dining side. Movies Under the Stars rounds off the evenings on warmer itineraries. Browse Sky Princess cabins and deck plans to pick your preferred balcony position.

Diamond Princess

Diamond Princess is the ship for Southeast Asia and East Asia sailings, shaped specifically for that part of the world. Her most distinctive feature is the Izumi Japanese Bath — the largest Japanese-style onsen bath at sea — a standout for anyone who enjoys traditional wellness rituals. Dining includes the Crown Grill steakhouse alongside Kai Sushi and Makoto Ocean by Chef Makoto Okuwa, a restaurant that reflects the itinerary’s focus on Japan and the wider region. MedallionClass technology, Movies Under the Stars and the Skywalkers Nightclub high above the waterline complete the picture. See Diamond Princess cabins and deck plans for more.

Royal Princess

Named in Southampton by HRH The Princess of Wales in 2013, Royal Princess is Princess Cruises’ flagship Royal-class ship. The SeaWalk — a glass-floored walkway extending 18 metres over the ocean, almost 40 metres above the waves — is the detail people remember. The Sanctuary adults-only retreat here includes the Enclave thermal suite, heated stone loungers and a hydrotherapy pool: a proper retreat within the ship. Royal Princess cabins and deck plans are available if you want to choose your spot on board before booking.

Other ships with late availability include Majestic Princess (cabins and decks), Caribbean Princess (cabins and decks), Grand Princess (cabins and decks), Ruby Princess (cabins and decks) and others across the fleet.

Are There Discounts on These Last Minute Princess Sailings?

Last minute availability often comes with reduced fares, and these Princess sailings are no different. Discounts reach up to 38% on individual departures — though that maximum applies to only 2 sailings, measured against the price previously listed for that cabin grade. Across the reduced sailings, a more typical saving is around 12%. If a specific sailing has dropped in price, our team can walk you through which cabin grades carry the reduction and whether it makes sense for your plans.

Prices start from £129 pp* for the shortest departures, giving a realistic entry point if you want to test the waters. For a broader range of value-led options, take a look at cheap cruises under £599 pp* or our Christmas cruise deals if you’re thinking about the festive season.

Which Ports Do These Sailings Leave From?

The majority of last minute Princess sailings depart from Florida — primarily Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) and Port Canaveral. Fort Lauderdale and Miami are about half an hour apart, so a Florida trip can sail from either — worth checking both when you compare options. Los Angeles and San Francisco serve the west coast departures, while Singapore is the gateway for Southeast Asia sailings. Australian sailings depart from Sydney and Brisbane.

A small number of sailings also embark at Yokohama (Tokyo), Japan — useful if you’re combining a Japan land trip with a cruise. All of these ports require a flight from the UK; our team can book that alongside your cruise, plus hotels and transfers, as a complete holiday.

If you prefer not to fly and want to keep it simpler, a handful of sailings do depart closer to home. Cruises from Southampton — including Princess Cruises from Southampton — are worth exploring separately, and you can reach the port by road or rail from most of Britain without the airport hassle.

Make It a Holiday

Most of these sailings sit in the middle of a longer trip, which means flights, hotels and transfers all need sorting. As one of the UK’s leading cruise specialists, Cruise1st can put the whole thing together: the flight out, a hotel the night before if you want to arrive relaxed, transfers to the port, and the cruise itself — all on a single booking. We can add tours and insurance too. Our cruise experts are on the phone to help you weigh up the options before you commit, whether that’s the right cabin grade, the best fare type, or how to structure the days around embarkation. That’s what a Cruise1st Package is designed for, and it’s why booking with a specialist makes sense over going direct.

For a broader view of what’s available across all lines at short notice, the last minute cruises hub is a good place to look, and our full cruise search covers everything we have on sale. If you’re after a very short break departing soon, last minute mini cruises and last minute cruises from Southampton are both worth a look.

We’re members of ABTA and hold ATOL protection, and we’re rated 4.5/5 on Trustpilot from more than 7,000 reviews — so you can book knowing the holiday is properly covered.

If you’re planning ahead rather than booking, the Princess Cruises 2027 and Princess Cruises 2028 pages show the full forward programme, and Princess Cruises 2027 from Southampton is worth bookmarking if a no-fly departure appeals. You might also find Mediterranean cruises with Princess Cruises useful if you’d like to compare destination options beyond the itineraries. For a different line in the Caribbean, Royal Caribbean cruise deals are also available through Cruise1st.

*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.