Transatlantic Cruises in 2027

What Makes a Transatlantic Cruise in 2027 Worth Doing?

A transatlantic sailing is a different kind of holiday. Days at sea outnumber port days, the Atlantic stretches to every horizon, and the ship itself becomes the destination. In 2027 you can cross aboard anything from a classic ocean liner built specifically for the North Atlantic to a large resort-style ship repositioning between seasons. Most sailings are one-way, connecting Europe and the Americas — Southampton, Barcelona, New York, Miami and Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) all feature as embarkation or disembarkation ports. If you are flying out and sailing back — or sailing out and flying back — we handle the flights, hotels and transfers so it works as a single, seamless booking.

Where Do Transatlantic Cruises in 2027 Sail?

The great majority of 2027 transatlantic sailings cross between Europe and the Americas — the classic ocean crossing that has drawn travellers since the age of steam. Durations vary widely: a focused crossing can be done in under a fortnight, while some longer voyages stretch well beyond that. A number of sailings also fall within world cruise itineraries, where the Atlantic is one leg of a much longer journey. If a world cruise is on your radar, have a look at world cruises in 2027 from Southampton for what is available in that category.

Embarkation ports span both sides of the ocean. On the European side, Southampton and Barcelona are the most common starting points. On the American side, Miami and Fort Lauderdale (Port Everglades) are roughly half an hour apart in Florida — worth checking both for dates and prices, as availability differs. New York and Rio de Janeiro also feature regularly as turnaround ports.

Which Cruise Lines Offer Transatlantic Crossings in 2027?

MSC Cruises has the broadest range of 2027 transatlantic departures, with ships including MSC Musica, MSC Divina, MSC Virtuosa, MSC Seaview and MSC Magnifica all sailing the route. Cunard is the next largest presence, led by the Queen Mary 2. Costa Cruises, Princess Cruises and Royal Caribbean all contribute meaningful numbers of sailings, with Royal Caribbean’s Freedom of the Seas among the ships making the crossing. For a broader look at what each line offers in 2027, our full 2027 cruises listing covers every destination and line.

The Ships: What You Will Find on Board

Queen Mary 2 — Cunard

Queen Mary 2 is the world’s only true ocean liner — designed from the keel up for the North Atlantic, not adapted from a cruise ship hull. That distinction matters on a long crossing: her deeper draught and reinforced bow mean a steadier ride in open ocean. She also holds the first planetarium at sea, ‘Illuminations’, which runs stargazing shows alongside cinema screenings, concerts and lectures. Six speciality restaurants, a Royal Court Theatre with West End-calibre productions, and nightly ballroom dancing in the Queens Room complete a ship that does the crossing the way it was always meant to be done. For a closer look at what is on offer, explore the Queen Mary 2 cabins and deck plans, or check transatlantic cruises aboard Queen Mary 2 directly.

Queen Mary 2 cabin grades run from inside to suite:

• Britannia Inside cabin HB (atrium view, 14.8 m²) — the only inside cabin with a view of QM2’s atrium, giving a brighter feel than a standard windowless interior
• Britannia Solo cabin outside KB (16.5 m²) — built for solo travellers with no single supplement and full Britannia service for one person
• Britannia Balcony cabin BU with covered loggia (25 m²) — a sheltered loggia rather than an open balcony means fresh air and sea views in all weathers
• Queens Grill Grand Duplex Suite Q1 (208.9 m²) — a two-storey maisonette offering over 200 m² of private living space, the largest suite on board

MSC Musica — MSC Cruises

MSC Musica launched in 2006 and was renovated in 2024. The ship’s centrepiece is a three-tiered waterfall in the atrium, and La Scala Theatre seats 1,200 guests for Broadway-style productions with song, dance and acrobatics nightly. Dining options include a Kaito Sushi Bar, Butcher’s Cut steakhouse (arriving November 2026) and the exclusive MSC Yacht Club. See the MSC Musica cabins and deck plans for the full layout.

• Inside cabin Bella I1 (14 m²) — 4 m² larger than the smallest inside cabins on board
• Ocean-view cabin Bella O1 (16 m², obstructed view) — a more affordable ocean-view option, with a view partially framed by lifeboats
• Aurea Suite S3 (28 m², balcony, sleeps up to 5) — the largest suite in this selection with a private balcony
• MSC Yacht Club Royal Suite (47 m², sleeps up to 4) — a separate living area and dining room more than twice the size of a standard Yacht Club suite

MSC Divina — MSC Cruises

Christened by Sophia Loren, MSC Divina carries Italian glamour through every public space — a Swarovski crystal staircase, a De Jorio-designed Piazza, and an Infinity Pool at the stern that dissolves into the ocean horizon. The Pantheon Theatre stages Broadway-scale productions, and Casino Veneziano, a 4D cinema and an F1 simulator fill the evenings. Browse the MSC Divina cabins and deck plans if you want to compare grades.

• Deluxe Inside Cabin Fantastica (16 m²) — 3 m² larger than standard inside cabins, with extra room for longer-voyage luggage
• Premium Ocean View Fantastica (20 m²) — unobstructed sea view through a full window
• Balcony Aurea (18 m²) — private balcony for breakfast or a sundowner at sea
• Premium Suite Aurea (33 m², balcony, sleeps up to 4) — private balcony with a full suite layout
• MSC Yacht Club Executive & Family Suite (40 m², sleeps up to 4) — separate lounge, dining room and walk-in wardrobe for fully private living

MSC Virtuosa — MSC Cruises

Built in 2021, MSC Virtuosa is MSC’s Meraviglia-Plus flagship. It is home to Rob, the world’s first humanoid robotic bartender at sea, alongside seven speciality restaurants including Indochine (French-Vietnamese fusion), Butcher’s Cut and 2 Kaito Japanese venues. The Savannah Aquapark, a 1,168 m² LED Galleria and Starlink internet throughout round out a ship built for guests who want as much on board as ashore. Check the MSC Virtuosa cabins and deck plans for grade details.

MSC Seaview — MSC Cruises

MSC Seaview carries the highest ratio of outdoor deck space in the MSC fleet — over 13,000 sq metres in total. A 360° glass-railed Waterfront Promenade wraps the whole ship on Decks 7 and 8, and the Aqua Park runs five waterslides plus a 120-metre zip line — the longest onboard zip line at sea. See the MSC Seaview cabins and deck plans for the full range of grades.

Freedom of the Seas — Royal Caribbean

Freedom of the Seas brings Royal Caribbean’s resort-style experience to the Atlantic crossing, with a 3D cinema, open-air cinema screen, an ice skating rink, and the Tropics bar for exotic drinks at sea. If you want to dig into cabin options, the Freedom of the Seas cabins and deck plans set them all out. Royal Caribbean also has a track record in repositioning sailings — Royal Caribbean repositioning cruises covers that in more detail.

What Fare Options Are Available?

Fare structures differ by cruise line, and picking the right one for a transatlantic can make a real difference to what you spend on board.

Cunard offers the Cunard Fare — which comes with the choice of your stateroom number, priority for upgrades, a low 15% deposit, flexible balance payment, the ability to amend your booking before the balance due date, and complimentary shuttle buses at ports. Fare types also include combinations such as on-board credit with drinks, coach travel, or car parking with drinks. A Saver fare offers a lower price in exchange for a pre-allocated stateroom and full payment at time of booking — a strong option if your dates are firm and you want the lowest fare available.

Princess Cruises offers a Standard fare (cruise only, with Princess Plus and Princess Premier available to add) and a Princess Plus fare that includes 4 casual dining meals per voyage, beverages up to a daily limit, MedallionNet Max Wi-Fi, pre-paid crew appreciation, unlimited digital photos plus 3 prints, and reserved theatre seating. Fare types such as last-minute and promotional offers appear periodically.

Costa Cruises runs fare tiers including All Inclusive and Comfort Plus options — both cover full board and drinks — as well as Flash and Last Minute fares for those booking close to departure.

For any sailing, our team can walk you through which fare tier suits your trip. There is no benefit to picking the wrong level — and all-inclusive transatlantic cruises are worth a look if you want drinks and dining sorted before you board.

Transatlantic Cruises from Southampton in 2027

For British travellers, Southampton is the natural starting point for a transatlantic crossing. You drive or take the train down, board, and the Atlantic is ahead of you — no airport, no early morning security queue. 2027 cruises from Southampton lists the full range across all routes, and transatlantic cruises from Southampton narrows it to the crossing itself. Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 departs Southampton regularly on the classic westbound crossing to New York, making it the most recognisable transatlantic route from the UK. If a one-way crossing means you end up in the US or elsewhere, we will sort the return flight and any pre- or post-cruise hotel nights at the same time.

Can I Fly Out and Cruise Back — or the Other Way Round?

Yes, and this is one of the most popular ways to do a transatlantic in 2027. Because most of these sailings are one-way, a fly-one-way-sail-the-other itinerary works naturally. You fly to a US port, board there, and disembark in Southampton — or leave from Southampton and fly home from the Americas. Our transatlantic fly-cruises page covers the fly-cruise option in detail, and as Cruise1st Packages show, we can wrap the flight, a pre-cruise hotel night, transfers and the cruise itself into one booking. Nothing left to sort separately.

Are There Repositioning Cruises in 2027?

Many transatlantic sailings are effectively repositioning crossings — ships moving between their European and American seasons. These often offer strong value because the cruise line needs to move the ship regardless. Our repositioning cruises 2027 page covers the full range, and transatlantic 2027 cruises with P&O Cruises is worth checking if P&O’s schedule suits your dates.

Make It a Complete Holiday

Cruise1st is a cruise specialist, not a general travel agent — every booking is built around the sailing. For a transatlantic in 2027, that usually means at least one flight, a hotel the night before or after, and transfers at both ends. We put all of that on a single booking: flights, hotels, tours, transfers, train travel and insurance. If you want a two-night stay before you board in New York, or a couple of days in Barcelona before your westbound sailing, we build it in. Our team also hold ABTA and ATOL protection, and carry a Trustpilot rating of 4.5/5 from over 7,000 reviews.

If the Americas are not calling, Mediterranean cruises in 2027 and Greek Islands cruises in 2027 are the other two big destinations for the year. Or browse all cruises to see the full picture across every route and line.

Other 2027 Sailings to Consider

If you are flexible on route, a few nearby options are worth a look. MSC Cruises from Southampton in 2027 and fly cruises with MSC in 2027 cover MSC’s wider 2027 programme. For Cunard fans, world cruises in 2027 aboard Cunard Queen Victoria is the big alternative if you want to extend beyond the Atlantic. Princess travellers might also find Princess Cruises 2027 from Southampton a useful starting point, and 2027 cruises from Liverpool is worth checking if the north of England is a more convenient departure city for you.

*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.