Seattle Cruises in 2027: Seven Cruise Lines Compared for Alaska
Seven cruise lines tracked by CabinSaver sail 254 cruises from Seattle in 2027: Norwegian Cruise Line (66 sailings), Carnival Cruise Line (46), Royal Caribbean (44), Princess Cruises (41), MSC Cruises (23), Celebrity Cruises (19) and Virgin Voyages (15). Almost all are 7-night Alaska round trips between April and October, calling at Juneau, Ketchikan and Skagway with a stop in Victoria, British Columbia. Interior fares for solo travelers typically ran approximately $206-378 per night at single occupancy across the five lines with current solo pricing (as of October 2026, subject to change).
Table of Contents
- Quick Facts
- Which Cruise Lines Sail from Seattle in 2027?
- Which Seattle Cruise Line Is Cheapest in 2027?
- Which Glaciers Do Seattle Cruises Visit?
- When to Cruise from Seattle: 2027 Season by Month
- How to Choose a Seattle Cruise Line
- Planning Tips
- Related Guides
- Frequently Asked Questions
Quick Facts
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Sailings | 254 tracked 2027 Seattle departures across seven cruise lines |
| Cruise Lines | Norwegian Cruise Line (66), Carnival Cruise Line (46), Royal Caribbean (44), Princess Cruises (41), MSC Cruises (23), Celebrity Cruises (19), Virgin Voyages (15) |
| Ships | 13 ships across the seven lines |
| Route | Mostly 7-night Alaska round trips; 245 of the 254 sailings return to Seattle |
| Glacier Bay National Park | Princess only, on 20 of its 41 Seattle sailings |
| Season | April to October 2027 (busiest month: July, 55 departures) |
| Typical Solo Interior Fare | Approximately $206-378 per night at single occupancy across Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Norwegian, Princess and Celebrity (subject to change, as of October 2026) |
How we source these figures: CabinSaver tracks published cruise fares daily. The figures on this page come from the most recent tracking window for each line as of October 10, 2026: 365 snapshots for Norwegian Cruise Line (since October 2025), 90 each for Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises and MSC Cruises (since mid-July 2026) and 78 for Princess Cruises (since July 25, 2026). Fares are priced for solo travelers at single occupancy (which includes the single supplement), except MSC Cruises, which is only tracked per person at double occupancy. Virgin Voyages' tracked fares ended in July 2026, so no Virgin Voyages fares are shown. Figures are subject to change. Verify current fares directly with your cruise line before booking.
Which Cruise Lines Sail from Seattle in 2027?
Seven cruise lines tracked by CabinSaver sail from Seattle in 2027, more lines than any other tracked Alaska departure port, and Norwegian Cruise Line has the most departures.
| Cruise line | 2027 Seattle sailings | Ships | Months | Typical interior fare per night, solo (approx., as of October 2026, subject to change) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norwegian Cruise Line | 66 | Norwegian Encore, Norwegian Bliss, Norwegian Joy | April to October | Approx. $241-313 |
| Carnival Cruise Line | 46 | Carnival Spirit, Carnival Legend | April to September | Approx. $216-289 |
| Royal Caribbean | 44 | Voyager of the Seas, Quantum of the Seas | May to October | Approx. $206-289 |
| Princess Cruises | 41 | Star Princess, Royal Princess | May to September | Approx. $278-378 |
| MSC Cruises | 23 | MSC Poesia | April to September | Not comparable (double-occupancy basis only) |
| Celebrity Cruises | 19 | Celebrity Edge | May to September | Approx. $326-373 |
| Virgin Voyages | 15 | Brilliant Lady | May to September | Not shown (fares not current) |
Norwegian Cruise Line from Seattle
Norwegian Cruise Line sails 66 times from Seattle in 2027 on Norwegian Encore (25), Norwegian Bliss (24) and Norwegian Joy (16). Most are 7-night round trips to Ketchikan, Juneau and Victoria, with Icy Strait Point and Sitka on 39 sailings each, and Norwegian Joy adds 9- and 10-night options. Norwegian sails the latest into the fall, with four October departures. See the Norwegian Alaska guide for its full Alaska program.
Carnival, Royal Caribbean and Princess from Seattle
- Carnival Cruise Line sails Carnival Spirit and Carnival Legend on 46 departures from April to September, 43 of them 7-night Alaska round trips to Juneau, Skagway and Ketchikan with Tracy Arm Fjord, plus two 16-night Hawaii voyages. See the Carnival Alaska guide.
- Royal Caribbean sails Voyager of the Seas and Quantum of the Seas on 44 departures, 42 of them 7-night round trips with Endicott Arm and Dawes Glacier on 29 and Sitka on 26. See the Royal Caribbean Alaska guide.
- Princess Cruises sails Star Princess and Royal Princess on 41 departures from May to September, and is the only line from Seattle with Glacier Bay National Park, on 20 sailings. See the Princess Alaska guide.
MSC, Celebrity and Virgin Voyages from Seattle
MSC Cruises sails MSC Poesia on 22 seven-night round trips with Tracy Arm Fjord and Icy Strait Point on every one; see the MSC Alaska guide. Celebrity Cruises sails Celebrity Edge on 19 departures with Endicott Arm on all of them. Virgin Voyages sails Brilliant Lady on 15 departures, mostly to Ketchikan, Sitka, Prince Rupert and Tracy Arm Fjord. Virgin Voyages is adults only (18+).
Which Seattle Cruise Line Is Cheapest in 2027?
For solo travelers, Royal Caribbean had the lowest typical interior range on 2027 Seattle sailings in CabinSaver's tracking, at approximately $206-289 per night at single occupancy, with Carnival Cruise Line close behind (as of October 2026, subject to change).
| Cruise line | Priced 2027 sailings | Typical interior fare per night, solo (approx., as of October 2026, subject to change) | Lowest single observation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Caribbean | 44 | Approx. $206-289 | Approx. $153 |
| Carnival Cruise Line | 46 | Approx. $216-289 | Approx. $119 |
| Norwegian Cruise Line | 66 | Approx. $241-313 | Approx. $198 |
| Princess Cruises | 41 | Approx. $278-378 | Approx. $221 |
| Celebrity Cruises | 19 | Approx. $326-373 | Approx. $230 |
Based on CabinSaver's own fare tracking as of October 2026, Princess's higher range partly reflects its Glacier Bay itineraries. MSC Cruises is tracked only per person at double occupancy, where MSC Poesia's 2027 Seattle interior fares typically ran approximately $111-138 per night per person (as of October 2026, subject to change), which is not comparable with the solo figures above.
Which Glaciers Do Seattle Cruises Visit?
The glacier day is the biggest difference between lines from Seattle. The table counts 2027 Seattle sailings whose port list includes each stop:
| Cruise line | Glacier Bay | Tracy Arm Fjord | Endicott Arm / Dawes Glacier | Hubbard Glacier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Princess Cruises (41) | 20 | 0 | 21 | 0 |
| Carnival Cruise Line (46) | 0 | 43 | 0 | 0 |
| MSC Cruises (23) | 0 | 22 | 0 | 0 |
| Royal Caribbean (44) | 0 | 0 | 29 | 0 |
| Celebrity Cruises (19) | 0 | 0 | 19 | 0 |
| Virgin Voyages (15) | 0 | 13 | 0 | 2 |
| Norwegian Cruise Line (66) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Norwegian Cruise Line's Seattle itineraries focus on ports rather than a glacier day, with Icy Strait Point and Sitka in place of a fjord. Every round trip from Seattle also calls at a Canadian port, usually Victoria, British Columbia, because U.S. cabotage law generally requires a foreign port on round trips by foreign-flagged ships.
When to Cruise from Seattle: 2027 Season by Month
July is the busiest month at Seattle in 2027, with 55 departures across the seven tracked lines.
| Month (2027) | Departures (seven tracked lines) |
|---|---|
| April | 6 |
| May | 47 |
| June | 48 |
| July | 55 |
| August | 52 |
| September | 41 |
| October | 5 |
May and September are the shoulder months, typically with smaller crowds in port. Only Norwegian Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean sail from Seattle in October 2027.
How to Choose a Seattle Cruise Line
Based on CabinSaver's 2027 itinerary tracking:
- Princess Cruises is the pick if Glacier Bay matters.
- Carnival Cruise Line and MSC Cruises both scenic-cruise Tracy Arm Fjord on nearly every sailing.
- Royal Caribbean had the lowest typical solo range, with Endicott Arm and Sitka.
- Norwegian Cruise Line has the most dates, the longest season and Studio cabins built for solo travelers.
- Celebrity Cruises suits a premium week with Endicott Arm on every sailing.
- Virgin Voyages suits adults-only travelers.
For one-way Alaska routes, see the Vancouver guide.
Planning Tips
- Confirm your terminal. Seattle has two cruise terminals, Pier 66 downtown and Pier 91 at Smith Cove, and each line typically uses one. Verify yours with your cruise line.
- Plan the airport transfer. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is typically about 30-45 minutes from either terminal by car, depending on traffic, and many lines sell transfers.
- Pack layers. Alaska summer weather typically ranges from cool and wet to mild, so plan for rain and wind on glacier days.
- Check documentation. Seattle round trips call in Canada, so a valid passport book is typically recommended, though closed-loop round trips may allow U.S. citizens to sail with other accepted proof of citizenship. Requirements vary by citizenship, so always verify with your cruise line and official government sources before your trip.
- Watch specific sailings. Typical ranges overlap across lines, so deal alerts on the dates you want are more useful than choosing a line on price alone.
Data current as of October 2026, derived from CabinSaver's own cruise fare tracking. Always verify availability and details directly with the cruise line.
Related Guides
- Alaska Cruises in 2027: Six Cruise Lines Compared by Ships, Ports and Fares - Every tracked 2027 Alaska departure port and line.
- 2027 Norwegian Cruise Line Alaska Cruises: Bliss, Encore, Jade and Joy - Norwegian's 2027 Alaska season.
- Princess Alaska Cruises 2027-2028: Glacier Bay, Voyage of the Glaciers and the Full Calendar - Princess's full Alaska calendar.
- 2027 Carnival Alaska Cruises: Seattle and San Francisco Departures - Carnival's 2027 Alaska program.
- Vancouver Cruises in 2027: Princess, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity and Norwegian Compared - Compare 2027 cruises from Vancouver on Princess, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity and Norwegian: 195 sailings, Alaska round trips,...
- 2027 Royal Caribbean Alaska Cruises: Four Ships, Three Departure Ports - Royal Caribbean's 2027 Alaska season: 82 sailings, four ships, and departures from Seattle, Vancouver and Seward, plus current...
- MSC Alaska Cruises 2027-2028: MSC Poesia's Seattle Season - MSC Alaska cruises for 2027 and 2028: MSC Poesia sails 7-night Seattle round-trips to Juneau, Ketchikan and Icy Strait Point.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which cruise lines sail from Seattle in 2027?
Seven cruise lines tracked by CabinSaver sail from Seattle in 2027: Norwegian Cruise Line with 66 departures, Carnival Cruise Line with 46, Royal Caribbean with 44, Princess Cruises with 41, MSC Cruises with 23, Celebrity Cruises with 19 and Virgin Voyages with 15, for 254 tracked 2027 sailings as of October 2026. Holland America Line and other operators are not tracked by CabinSaver.
Which cruise line is cheapest from Seattle in 2027?
For solo travelers, Royal Caribbean had the lowest typical interior range on 2027 Seattle sailings, approximately $206-289 per night at single occupancy, followed by Carnival Cruise Line ($216-289), Norwegian Cruise Line ($241-313), Princess Cruises ($278-378) and Celebrity Cruises ($326-373), based on CabinSaver tracking as of October 2026 (subject to change). MSC Cruises is tracked only at double occupancy and Virgin Voyages fares were not current.
Do cruises from Seattle go to Glacier Bay in 2027?
Yes, on Princess Cruises. Glacier Bay National Park appears on 20 of Princess's 41 Seattle sailings in 2027. Carnival Cruise Line and MSC Cruises scenic-cruise Tracy Arm Fjord on almost every Seattle sailing, and Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruises use Endicott Arm and Dawes Glacier, based on CabinSaver tracking as of October 2026. Scenic cruising stops can change, so verify with your cruise line.
When is Alaska cruise season from Seattle in 2027?
Seattle's 2027 Alaska season runs from April to October, with 47 to 55 departures a month from May to August across Norwegian, Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Princess, MSC, Celebrity and Virgin Voyages. July is the busiest month with 55, and Norwegian Cruise Line sails the latest, into October, based on CabinSaver tracking as of October 2026.