Cruise from Australia

For more destinations, use the search box.

For more departures, use the search box.

For more cruise lines, use the search box.

For more cruise ships, use the search box.

Wide shot of a woman standing ankle-deep in crystal clear blue ocean water

What you need to know about cruising from Australia

  • Young couple drinking cocktails sitting under Sydney Harbour Bridge
  • Two women happily walking and splashing through the surf in the early afternoon
  • Scuba diver investigating coral in clear ocean water

Anchor down our most popular cruise deals

See all
  • Cruise deals. Mediterranean sailings from $999* per person, save up to $4350* on river cruises
  • Royal Caribbean Cruise Sale | Sale on now. 2 & 3 night weekend getaways
  • Royal Caribbean Whitsundays cruise. Exclusive rate from $1549* per person
  • G Adventures Sri Lanka sailing tour. Save up to 50%* from $1249* per person
  • Luxury Asia river cruise. Exclusive save up to 50%*. Ho Chi Minh, Phnom Penh & Angkor from $3845* per person
  • MSC Mediterranean Cruise. Exclusive onboard credit* Italy, Ibiza, Spain & France from $1685* per person
  • Azamara South Pacific fly, stay & cruise package. Exclusive offer* Tahiti to New Zealand return from $5799* per person
  • Avalon Grand France River Cruise. Save $4000* Paris, Lyon & Avignon from $12400* per person
  • Carnival South Pacific cruise. $400* onboard credit from $1099* per person
  • Carnival Tangalooma Cruise. $200* onboard credit from Sydney from $599* per person
  • carnival great barrier reef cruise $400 onboard credit cairns and airlie beach from $1179 per person
  • asia exploration cruise exclusive deal hong kong, china, and japan from $4999 per person
  • luxury croatian yacht cruise
  • azamara luxe fly and cruise alaska package exclusive deal ketchikan, skagway and more return from $7759 per person
  • cunard norway cruise save up to 20% from $4399 per person
  • Silversea Rome to Barcelona cruise. Save up to 40%* Rome, Naples & Barcelona from $5700* per person
  • viking danube cruise fly free up to $2500 vienna, budapest and more return from $5595 per person
  • Regent Seven Seas Barcelona to London Cruise. Save up to 20%* Barcelona, Bordeaux & London from $12879* per person
  • School holidays cruise sale. South Pacific, Whitsundays & more! Book now!
  • NCL Asia fly, stay & cruise. $4000* bonus savings. South Korea & Japan return from $4990* per person

Frequently asked questions

New Zealand, the South Pacific, Southeast Asia, and around Australia itself are common choices for cruises departing Aussie ports.


Absolutely, many cruise lines offer packages tailored for children, with family-friendly cabins, activities and kids clubs offered onboard.


Yes, various cruise lines offer premium experiences. Chat with your local Flight Centre cruising expert for more information on luxury cruises departing Australia.


Generally, cruise lines recommend you arrive 3-4 hours prior to departure.


Summer months between December and February are especially busy, however Australia’s idyllic weather means most cruise lines offer year-round itineraries.


Australian cruises can range from short local trips to extended voyages lasting a month or more.


Most ships offer varied dining, entertainment, pools, and spa facilities. We recommend researching the ship you’ll be boarding to get the inside scoop on all the bars, restaurants, shows, activities and amenities offered on board.


Yes, from wildlife watching to gourmet voyages and laugh-fuelled comedy circuits, there is a vast range of themed cruises on offer across Australia. Chat with your travel expert to learn more.


Most major ports offer parking, but it's wise to check in advance to avoid any pre-holiday stress!


Flight Centre

Flight Centre acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia.

© Flight Centre Travel Group Limited. ATIA Accreditation No. A10412.

*Travel restrictions & conditions apply. Review any specific conditions stated and our general terms at Terms and Conditions. Prices & taxes are correct as at the date of publication & are subject to availability and change without notice. Prices quoted are on sale until the dates specified unless otherwise stated or sold out prior. Prices are per person.