This is the year to tick a cruise off your bucket list. Here are some of the best places to book cruises online.
Whether your idea of a cruise is something along the lines of champagne at sunset, or you want to test your limits visiting some of the world’s most extreme environments, this guide has got you covered. All of the companies below have been in the biz for years– so they really know how to pull out all the stops to make your experience special. Take out the guesswork and compare the best places online to book a cruise.
12 places to find cheap cruises online
- Flight Centre
- Gate 1
- CruiseAway
- Princess Cruises
Search for a cruise deal or browse the sites below:
1. Flight Centre
So much more than just flights, Flight Centre recently look CruiseAbout completely under its wing and all the cruise deals from them will now be available directly through Flight Centre.
- Dedicated deals section where you can browse the best offers available
- Online chat, phone support and in-store assistance are all available if you need help with your cruise booking
- Pair your cruise deal with flight, accommodation, tour and other offers Flight Centre has.
2. Gate 1
Offering deals on both ocean and river cruises around the world, and combinations of cruises and land tours, Gate 1 offers even further bargains when you pair it with a packaged flight.
- Keep an eye on the deals section for bargains
- 24-hour assistance available
- Have the option to seamlessly package a cruise with a land tour or add on a flight
3. CruiseAway
With more than 15 years of experience in the Australian cruise market, CruiseAway offers a huge range of sailings and deep discounts of up to 70%.
- Best cruises prices guaranteed
- Offers prices below the brochure rates on many sailings
- Cruises available from more than 70 lines including Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Princess, P&O, MSC, Norwegian and Viking River Cruises
4. Princess Cruises
Set sail all around the world aboard large ships loaded with facilities, from spas to swimming pools, with a luxury cruise line.
- Fleet of 18 ships that cruise all around the world
- Rooms for every budget, from interior cabins to suites with balconies
- Includes entertainment, all meals, room service and daily activities
5. Cruise Direct
Find the perfect cruise for you from more than a dozen different cruise lines to choose from at a competitive price.
- Compare different cruise lines in one place
- Find last-minute offers and discounts
- Price match guarantee
6. Fred Olsen
This European cruise line offers a selection of sailings across Europe, the Caribbean, South and Central America and the Mediterranean.
- Visit destinations many lower-budget cruise lines don't, like above the Arctic Circle, without paying a premium
- Customer service available on the phone seven days a week
- Guaranteed you'll enjoy your cruise or they'll arrange for you to depart early
7. Contiki
Youthful and dedicated to good times, Contiki is the company to go for if you like to let your hair down.
- Meet friends and travel with your own age group. The trips are only available for 18–35 year olds
- Last minute deals available
- Committed to responsible
8. G Adventures
Embark on a cruise with a twist of adventure and combine the best of both worlds.
- Trips focus on getting off the beaten track and into a more authentic experience
- Commitment to sustainable travel
- Expedition cruises offer the chance of a lifetime to see some the world's most extreme and remote destinations
9. Intrepid
From luxury cruises to sailing adventures, you'll find your sea legs with Intrepid in next to no time.
- Tours and sailing holidays worldwide
- Small groups of around 10
- Intrepid doesn't limit its customers by age, budget or relationship status
10. Expedia
A travel booking giant – the Expedia service covers hotels, flights, package holidays and cruises.
- Compare prices, availability and offers from the major cruise companies to find your ultimate voyage
- Book extra nights in hotels or flights to and from the departure point, all in one place
- Price match guarantee
11. Cruise Sale Finder
Helping Aussie's find there perfect cruise for almost 10 years, Cruise Sale Finder offers thousands of sailings at negotiated prices.
- Best cruises prices guaranteed - and they'll beat it by at least $1
- Site focuses on just cruises and are experts in the field
- Cruises available from more than dozens of lines on rivers and seas around the world
12. BYOJet
Book the cruise of your dreams under the guidance of the in-the-know travel agents at BYOJet.
- Live chat customer service available 24 hour hours a day, seven days a week
- Compare cruises from different companies
- Best price guarantee or a $50 travel voucher
Which of these agents offer book now pay later cruises?
- Expedia – Some cruise companies will allow you to book with just the deposit, if you book far enough in advance.
- G Adventures – You can hold an option without payment for 48 hours, but this is not a confirmed booking.
Which of these agents offer Celebrity Cruises?
- CruiseAway
- Flight Centre
- Expedia
- OneTravel
- Cruise Direct
Where can I compare cruises from different companies?
- CruiseAway – Search through thousands of available sailings from more than 70 cruiselines
- Flight Centre - Look at offers from more than a dozen cruise lines sailing around the world.
- Expedia – Expedia is a leading comparison site for travel services where you can compare cruises from many different companies
- BYOjet – BYOjet is an Australian based travel agent that compares a range of cruises all over the world
- CheapAir – An international travel agent and comparison resource for flights, hotels, car rental and cruises
- OneTravel – OneTravel guarantees you will find the best price on cruises from a range of different companies
- Cruise Direct – Browse through options from more than a dozen lines
Which agents offer book and go and last minute cruises?
- CruiseAway – Browse through the 'Hot Deals' section for the latest sales, including discounts, onboard credit offers and 2-for-1 sailings
- Flight Centre - Check the latest cruise offers and speak with an agent about adding on hotel stays or flights to your cruise price for the best offer.
- Contiki – Check the website or last minute and seasonal deals
- Expedia – Expedia has one of the largest ranges of travel services available for comparison online. Click ‘last minute’ to find the best deal
- CheapAir – Part of their commitment to cheap travel is offering last minute deals on cruises worldwide
- G Adventures – Click on ‘Specials’ to go to the deals page. Click ‘Last Minute Deals’, save, and be ready to go at a moment’s notice
- OneTravel – OneTravel partners with cheapcruises.com and offers up to 80% off unbooked cabins
- Intrepid – A dedicated last-minute deals section with up to 25% off tour packages is one of many reasons we love Intrepid
- Peregrine – Go to the Last Minute Offers section of Peregrine's booking site to see where you go in the very near future
- Cruise Direct – Check out the last-minute section for new offers and deals on sailings
Which sites have cheap cruises?
One of the best ways to get a good deal on your cruise is to compare your holiday dates against a range of cruise companies using a booking agent (such as CruiseAway, Expedia, OneTravel, BYOjet, or Helloworld) that will search the cruises available for those dates and then list them by price. Huge discounts can often be found if you book less than a few months before you plan to travel. OneTravel partners with Cheapcruises.com to offer this service – up to 80% off unsold cabins. G Adventures and Contiki tours both offer last minute or book and go discounts, and G adventures also has a special promotions section where they offer limited-time deals.
Ready to cruise away on your next luxurious escape? Don’t book until you’ve checked out the best deals for your dollars on sale cruises here:
Gate1 Travel
Up to $1,100 off European river cruises
Valid on select dates from March 2019 - November 2019. Destinations include Budapest, Munich, Prague, Berlin, Krakow and more. Note: Deposit must be paid by 7 November 2018 to receive discount.
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City Sightseeing
Up to 30% off Melbourne hop-on hop-off tour
Valid for travel on select dates. Includes river cruise, 24 hour hop-on hop-off bus tour and more. T&Cs apply.
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CruiseAway
Up to 33% off cruises + free dining voucher with Princess cruises
Valid from November 2018 - March 2020. Destinations include Noumea, Mystery Island, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and more. T&Cs apply.
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CruiseAway
30% off all guests + free balcony upgrade with Royal Caribbean
Valid for cruise on select dates from October 2018 - January 2020. Destinations include Australia, New Zealand, Pacific, South Pacific and more. T&Cs apply.
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CruiseAway
$85 deposit + $85 OBC with P&O cruises
Valid from November 2018 - December 2019. Destinations include Noumea, Mystery Island, Sydney, Brisbane, Tasmania, Auckland, Christchurch and more. T&Cs apply.
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CruiseAway
Up to $400 OBC with Carnival cruises
Valid for cruise from 7 September 2018 - 30 December 2019. Destinations include Noumea, Mystery Island, Sydney, Christchurch, Bali, Singapore and more. T&Cs apply.
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Groupon
Extra 15% off on travel deals
Valid on select travel deals. Destinations include China, Phuket, Sydney, Gold Coast and more. T&Cs apply.
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Fred. Olsen
Europe cruises from £899
Valid for travel on select 2019 dates. Destinations include Spain, Norwegian Fjords, Denmark, Baltic, Portugal, Caribbean and more. T&Cs apply.
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Flight Centre - Cruises
Free flights + up to $600 OBC with Carnival cruises
Valid for cruises from October 2018 - January 2019 and free flights from Brisbane or Melbourne, credit available for other cities. Destinations include Noumea, Auckland, Bay of Islands, Sydney and more.T&Cs apply.
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Flight Centre - Cruises
Up to $400 OBC + free upgrade with Royal Caribbean
Valid for travel from November 2018 - February 2019. Destinations include Noumea, Auckland, Bay of Islands, Sydney and more. T&Cs apply.
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Fred. Olsen
Europe cruises from £499
Valid on September 2018 cruises. Destinations include Spain, Portugal, Southampton and more. T&Cs apply.
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Groupon
33% off 7-night Vietnam and Cambodia cruise
Valid for travel between 25 September - 13 November 2018 and 29 January - 5 March 2019. Destinations include Saigon, Tan Chau, Phnom Penh, Oudong-Kampong Tralach and more. T&Cs apply.
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CruiseAway
Up to US$700 OBC on luxury cruises
Valid for cruise on select dates from November 2018 - December 2019 with Azamara, Oceania, Silversea, Seabourn, Star Clippers and Regent Seven Seas. Destinations include Singapore, Bangkok, Bora Bora, Tahiti, Los Angeles, Sydney, Athens and more. T&Cs apply.
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CruiseAway
Up to 50% off on second passenger with MSC cruises
Valid for cruise from December 2018 - March 2019. Destinations include Caribbean, South America, Central America and more. T&Cs apply.
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Travel Talk
Up to 50% off Croatia sailings
Valid for select sailings until 12 August 2018. T&Cs apply.
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Flight Centre - Cruises
Up to $2,600 off Vietnam cruise
Valid on 6 April 2019 with Peregrine Adventures. Destinations include Danang, Halong Bay, Hanoi and more. T&Cs apply.
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Flight Centre - Cruises
Up to $800 OBC on Princess cruises
Valid on 17 February 2019 and departs from Brisbane. Destinations include Airlie Beach, Port Douglas and Willis Island. T&Cs apply.
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CruiseAway
Up to 33% on Royal Caribbean sailings
Book a Royal Caribbean sailing with CruiseAway and get up to 71% off the brochure price.
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CruiseAway
Up to 46% off river cruises
Valid for select 2018-2019 departures. Destinations include Passau, Vienna, Budapest, Bratislava and more. T&Cs apply.
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Groupon
33% off 15-night Sydney to Honolulu cruise
Valid on 17 April 2019 with Royal Caribbean. Destinations include Papeete, Moorea, Bora Bora and more. T&Cs apply.
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Fred. Olsen
Fjords cruises from £679 + up to £100 tour credit
Valid for travel on select 2018-19 sailings. Choose from a complimentary all-inclusive drinks upgrade or up to £100 pp shore tour credit. T&C's apply.
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TourRadar
10% off Croatia sailing tours
Valid on select 2018 Croatia sailing trips with Busabout.
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Groupon
11-day European Christmas market cruise from $2,298
Valid for cruise on 10 December 2019. Includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and more. T&Cs apply.
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Let's Ferry
20% off Super economy tickets
Valid on routes to Mykonos, Greece. T&Cs apply.
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Let's Ferry
Greece: €20 passenger tickets with Blue Star Ferries
Valid on select dates of sailings. Destinations include Mykonos, Paros, Santorini, Karpathos, Leros, Samos, Lesvos, Kea and more. T&C's apply.
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Fred. Olsen
No single supplement
Book select cruises as a solo traveller and pay no single supplement.
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Fred. Olsen
Europe river cruises from £799
Valid from August - December 2018. T&Cs apply.
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