Norway Fly Cruises to the Fjords and Beyond

Where Do Norway Fly Cruises Go?

The great majority of these fly-cruise holidays head to Norway — fjords, coastal towns and Arctic waters — making it comfortably the most popular destination on these sailings. Beyond Norway, a substantial number of itineraries cross the Atlantic, connecting Europe to the Americas in voyages that often combine Norway with a transatlantic leg. There is also a handful of sailings in the Mediterranean, a couple that include the English and UK coast, and one extended world cruise itinerary for those wanting something far longer.

What Are the Itinerary Shapes?

It is worth knowing before you browse that around a third of these sailings are one-way — meaning your cruise ends at a different port from where it began. That is especially common on transatlantic crossings, where a ship sails between Europe and the Americas without turning around. On a one-way itinerary you will need a flight home from the disembarkation port, but we can arrange that as part of your booking, along with any hotels and transfers at either end.

Round-trip sailings make up the majority: you fly out, cruise and return to the same port, and we wrap flights, transfers and any pre- or post-cruise nights into a single package.

Which Ports Do These Cruises Leave From?

Most of these fly-cruises depart from ports in Germany, Denmark and the United States, so a flight from the UK is part of the plan. The busiest departure point is Hamburg, followed by Copenhagen and Kiel. A significant number of sailings — particularly transatlantic crossings ending in North America — disembark in New York. Buenos Aires features as a departure point on longer itineraries. A smaller number of sailings depart from Southampton, where you can travel by road or rail from most of Britain without needing a flight at all — though this represents a small share of what is on offer here. We can also include Amsterdam departures within your package.

Wherever you are flying from or sailing to, we arrange everything on one booking — flights, airport hotels, port transfers and any tours you want to add.

Are There Any Deals on Norway Fly Cruises?

A number of sailings carry reductions from their previously listed cabin price — up to 34% on a single departure, though that is one sailing at the top end, with most discounted sailings reduced by around 10%. Fare types vary by cruise line and can include last-minute offers, saver fares and promotional packages, so it is worth asking our team what is available for your preferred dates. As one of the UK’s leading cruise specialists, we can check the full range of fares and inclusions across each line to find the best fit for your budget.

Which Cruise Lines Sail These Routes?

Costa Cruises leads in terms of sailing volume, with the most departures on Norway and northern European itineraries. MSC Cruises and Cunard both have a strong presence, alongside Princess Cruises and Hapag-Lloyd Cruises. A selection of Cruise1st Packages — cruise plus flights, hotels and transfers put together as one holiday — rounds out the offer.

Duration ranges from 7 nights up to much longer voyages, with a median of 13 nights — enough time to do justice to Norway’s coastline without rushing.

Which Ships Are Sailing Norway Fly Cruises?

Costa Diadema — Costa Cruises

Costa Diadema carries the largest spa in the entire Costa fleet: the Samsara Spa stretches across 6,200 m² over four decks. On deck 5, a 500-metre open-air promenade runs the full length of the ship so you can walk alongside the ocean as the Norwegian coastline slides past. The Archipelago restaurant is overseen by three Michelin-starred chefs — Barbieri, Darroze and León.

Cabin grades on Costa Diadema, from entry-level to suite:

• Inside cabin I1 — 12 m², sleeps up to 4. At 2 m² larger than lower inside grades, it offers more space at no extra cost.
• Ocean-view cabin E1 — 14 m², sleeps up to 4. A window with a sea view brings natural light and daily-changing scenery without the balcony upgrade.
• Balcony cabin B1 — 14 m², sleeps up to 4. A lower-deck position means calmer waters, which suits those more sensitive to motion.
• Grand Suite GS — 25 m², sleeps up to 4. Considerably more space than any cabin category below, with full suite privileges.

For the full layout, see the Costa Diadema cabins and deck plans.

Queen Mary 2 — Cunard

Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 is the world’s only ocean liner — purpose-built for open-ocean crossings, not converted from a cruise ship. That distinction matters on a transatlantic or Northern European voyage: the hull handles heavy seas differently from a conventional cruise ship. On board, the Illuminations venue houses the first planetarium at sea, running stargazing shows alongside cinema, concerts and lectures. The Royal Court Theatre hosts West End-calibre productions, and nightly ballroom dancing takes place in the Queens Room.

Cabin grades on Queen Mary 2:

• Britannia Inside cabin HB — 14.8 m², sleeps 2. The only inside cabin with a view onto the ship’s atrium, making it brighter than a standard inside grade.
• Britannia Solo cabin outside KB — 16.5 m², sleeps 1. Designed for solo travellers with no single supplement charged.
• Britannia Balcony cabin BU (covered loggia) — 25 m², sleeps 2. The sheltered loggia rather than an open balcony means fresh air and sea views in any weather.
• Queens Grill Grand Duplex Suite Q1 — 208.9 m², sleeps 2. A maisonette over two storeys, more than twice the space of any other Queens Grill suite on board.

See the Queen Mary 2 cabins and deck plans for full details.

Costa Favolosa — Costa Cruises

Costa Favolosa’s atrium takes its design cue from a Gothic fairy tale, with Versailles-inspired décor running across three decks of crystal and mirror. Its Samsara Spa covers 6,000 m² across two decks and includes a thalassotherapy pool and an ocean-view fitness centre. Like Costa Diadema, the Archipelago restaurant is helmed by the same trio of Michelin-starred chefs.

Cabin grades on Costa Favolosa:

• Inside cabin I4 — 10 m², sleeps up to 4. A touch more living space than the other inside grades.
• Ocean-view cabin E1 — 13 m², sleeps up to 4. A direct sea view and 4 m² more space than inside cabins, without the balcony cost.
• Balcony cabin — 13 m², sleeps up to 4. Lower balcony decks give a quieter, more stable position.
• Suite S — 21 m², sleeps up to 4. The largest cabin on the ship, at 6 m² more than the mini suite below it.

Full details are on the Costa Favolosa cabins and deck plans page.

MSC Euribia — MSC Cruises

MSC Euribia launched in 2023 and carries the Galleria Euribia, an LED-sky promenade running the length of the ship. The 1,100 m² Carousel Lounge hosts nightly live music with rotating guest artists every sailing, while the Helios Wine Bar offers an interactive touchscreen journey through wine regions and grape varieties. The Kaito Robatayaki Japanese grill is unique to this ship within her class. See the MSC Euribia cabins and deck plans if you are comparing grades.

Majestic Princess — Princess Cruises

Refurbished in 2025 and sailing from Southampton on some itineraries, Princess Cruises’ Majestic Princess has the SeaWalk — a glass-floor walkway cantilevered over the ocean. The Hollywood Pool Club sits under a glass dome, and dining spans Crown Grill, Sabatini’s, O’Malley’s Irish Pub and Chef’s Table Lumiere across 16 venues. MedallionClass technology means food and drinks can be delivered anywhere on board; The Sanctuary gives adults a top-deck retreat away from the main pool areas. Check the Majestic Princess cabins and deck plans to compare stateroom options.

HANSEATIC nature — Hapag-Lloyd Cruises

For those who want to go further into Norway than the standard cruise itinerary allows, HANSEATIC nature carries the highest passenger-ship ice certification available — PC6 polar class — making it capable of the most demanding expedition routes. With just 230 guests on board and 17 Zodiacs plus a boarding marina, it offers a level of shore access that larger ships cannot match. 2 retractable glass observation platforms extend over the open ocean for unobstructed views. See the HANSEATIC nature cabins and deck plans for accommodation details.

What Do the Fare Inclusions Look Like?

Costa Cruises offers several tiers. The All Inclusive fare covers drinks and a full Italian hospitality package on top of full board. The Comfort Plus tier adds unlimited drinks, room service and a reserved table. Flash fares offer full board at a promotional rate with the option to add a drinks package. Last-minute fares are available when departures are close.

Cunard fare options include tiers that bundle on-board credit and a drinks package, a coach transfer, or car parking at Southampton alongside the Cunard standard experience. A Saver fare offers a lower price in exchange for a pre-allocated stateroom and payment in full at booking.

Princess Cruises offers Standard and Plus fares. The Princess Plus fare covers 4 casual dining meals per voyage, beverages up to $15 each (up to 15 drinks per day), MedallionNet Max Wi-Fi, pre-paid crew appreciation, and reserved theatre seating. The Standard fare is the base cruise price, with Plus and Premier packages available to add.

How Do We Build Your Norway Fly-Cruise Package?

Because the vast majority of these sailings depart from ports in Germany, Denmark and further afield, a flight from the UK is part of the picture for most travellers. At Cruise1st, we arrange that flight alongside your cruise, so you are not left piecing together separate bookings. We can add hotels for the night before departure or after arrival, transfers between airport and port, tours at your destination, and insurance — all on one booking, with ATOL protection.

If you are interested in no-fly cruises instead — where you join a ship at a UK port without any flight involved — we have those too. And if a fly-cruise to a different destination appeals, our fly-cruises hub covers the full range, including Caribbean fly cruises, Canary Islands fly cruises and transatlantic fly cruises.

For Norway specifically without the flight requirement, see our Norway cruises from the UK page. For deals across the whole Norway range, our Norway cruise deals page is worth a look. We also have a dedicated all-inclusive Norwegian fjords cruises 2027 page if you want everything included from the start.

Beyond Norway, if the Mediterranean interests you, explore Mediterranean fly cruises or Mediterranean cruises in 2027. For something centred on North America, New York fly cruises and Florida cruise and stay holidays are both popular options. Longer still, our world cruises from Southampton page covers extended itineraries for those with more time.

We are rated 4.5/5 on Trustpilot from more than 7,000 reviews, are ABTA and ATOL protected, and our cruise experts are available to talk through any of these options before you commit to a booking.

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.