November 2025 Cruise Price Index Report
Cruise prices climbed this month across most major lines. We tracked over 480,000 price snapshots across 55+ ships, and the market saw higher fares, fewer last-minute bargains, and a shift toward stronger balcony pricing.
Market Snapshot
| Avg Price/Night | Premium Deals (90+) | Biggest Drop |
|---|---|---|
| $197 (+$16) | 57 active | -52% on Summit |
What Moved the Market?
- Increased holiday demand in late November pushed rates higher
- Galveston + Tampa continued to produce the best value sailings
- Balcony cabins saw the steepest price increases (+$14/night)
- Last-minute deals softened compared to October
Cheapest Ship of the Month: Majestic Princess — from $38/night
Average Price by Cruise Line
| Cruise Line | Avg Price/Night | vs Last Month |
|---|---|---|
| Carnival | $160 | +$8 |
| Princess | $175 | +$5 |
| MSC Cruises | $180 | +$12 |
| Norwegian | $196 | +$10 |
| Celebrity | $222 | +$18 |
| Royal Caribbean | $223 | +$15 |
| Virgin Voyages | $275 | +$22 |
Prices shown are the lowest per-night rate we saw for each sailing.
Key Takeaways by Line
- Carnival: Still the best entry-level value; prices rose +$8/night
- Princess: Strong demand pushed prices up +$5/night
- MSC: Moderate increase; still among the cheapest big-ship lines
- Norwegian: Prices rose +$10/night with steady demand
- Celebrity: +$18/night with strong holiday season demand
- Royal Caribbean: +$15/night as family bookings surged
- Virgin Voyages: Premium fares stayed high, +$22/night
Average Price by Departure Port
| Port | Avg Price/Night | vs Last Month |
|---|---|---|
| Lisbon | $99 | -$5 |
| Los Angeles | $135 | +$8 |
| Tampa | $164 | +$3 |
| New York | $167 | +$12 |
| Fort Lauderdale | $171 | +$9 |
| Galveston | $175 | +$6 |
| San Juan | $176 | +$4 |
| Brisbane | $188 | +$15 |
Prices shown are the lowest per-night rate we saw for each sailing.
Port Insights
- Lisbon: Incredible value at $99/night — perfect for repositioning cruises
- Tampa + Galveston: Best value for Caribbean sailings from the US
- New York: Higher prices due to limited supply and unique itineraries
Average Price by Cabin Type
| Cabin Type | Avg Price/Night | vs Last Month |
|---|---|---|
| Inside | $142 | +$6 |
| Ocean View | $168 | +$9 |
| Balcony | $215 | +$14 |
| Suite | $385 | +$28 |
Prices shown are the lowest per-night rate we saw for each sailing.
- Inside cabins saw the smallest increase (+$6) — best ROI if you just need a place to sleep
- Balcony cabins represent the sweet spot at $215/night
- Suites saw the largest jump (+$28) but remain popular for special occasions
Best Booking Windows
| Days Before Departure | Avg Price/Night |
|---|---|
| 0-30 days | $148 |
| 31-60 days | $165 |
| 61-90 days | $178 |
| 91-180 days | $192 |
| 180+ days | $201 |
Biggest Price Drops This Month
| Ship | Itinerary | Drop | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carnival Conquest | 7-night Caribbean from Galveston | -32% | $89/night |
| Norwegian Sky | 3-night Bahamas from Miami | -28% | $95/night |
| MSC Seaside | 7-night Caribbean from Port Canaveral | -25% | $112/night |
| Voyager of the Seas | 5-night Western Caribbean | -24% | $135/night |
| Regal Princess | 7-night Mexican Riviera from LA | -22% | $145/night |
Pro Tip: Use our Live Cruise Price Index to track these deals in real-time.
What to Expect in December
Expect Higher Prices:
- Holiday sailings (Christmas/New Year) typically command 20-40% premiums
- Caribbean demand remains high
- Suite inventory will be limited
Potential Deals:
- Repositioning cruises as ships move for winter season
- Early January sailings (post-holiday lull)
- Longer itineraries (10+ nights) often see less demand
How We Calculate These Numbers
- 488,922 price snapshots collected over the past 30 days
- 7 major cruise lines and 55+ ships
- Data sourced from official cruise line websites
- Updated every few hours for accuracy
- Prices are per person, per night based on double occupancy
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Data collected October 26 - November 25, 2025. Prices subject to change. Past performance does not guarantee future pricing.
About the Author
Graham H — Founder, All Aboard Deals
Graham has been cruising for over a decade and has sailed on 15+ cruises across Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Norwegian, and Virgin.
He built All Aboard Deals to track cruise prices the same way traders track charts — monitoring 35,000+ sailings and spotting fares that fall well below their recent averages.
When he's not digging through price drops, he's on board testing cabins, checking drink packages, and talking with other cruisers about what actually feels like a good value.
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