Cruises from Vilnius

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Vilnius lies in the Baltics, and that is exactly why residents of the Lithuanian capital have access to two seasonal cruise directions at once, not just one. In the Baltic season, a flight to Copenhagen becomes the logical choice: liners depart regularly from there in Baltic waters in summer, and reaching it from Vilnius airport is not hard. When a Mediterranean cruise is needed instead, residents usually choose a flight to Barcelona, where MSC, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Costa, and Celestyal wait for passengers. Both directions are served by direct flights, though the frequency and number of carriers on the Baltic direction is noticeably smaller than on the Mediterranean one, so it is worth planning the trip in advance, especially in summer. Some residents also compare flights with neighboring Riga: sometimes a more advantageous or schedule convenient option is found in the other Baltic capital rather than at home. For the Lithuanian capital, as for the rest of the Baltic countries, the choice between the two seasons is more a matter of dates and personal preference than geographic necessity: both ports are equally accessible by flight, they just lead to different seas and a different cruise format. For Ukrainians who have settled in Vilnius, this logistics requires no ground segment or border at all, unlike the route from Ukraine, where the road always consists of several stages. How this same route looks for relatives departing directly from Ukraine is described in the article "How a Ukrainian can get on a cruise: the road to the port."

Cruises

Norwegian Jade
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Jade
Alaska
26.07.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Whittier, US All inclusive

Whittier, US, Icy Strait Point, Alaska, Juneau, Alaska, Skagway, Alaska, Ketchikan, Alaska, USA, Vancouver, British Columbia

from €2,383
I Interior €2,383
O Ocean View €3,013
B Balcony €6,043
S Suite €6,183

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MSC Virtuosa
MSC Cruises
MSC Virtuosa
15.11.2026 · 16 nights Departs in 9 days Port of departure: Marseille, Provence, France Base fare, no drinks

Marseille, Provence, France, Barcelona, Spain, Madeira (Funchal), Portugal, Arrecife (Lanzarote), Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Spain, Salvador de Bahia, Brazil, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

from €2,383
I Interior €2,383
O Ocean View €2,942
B Balcony €2,883

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Norwegian Bliss
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Bliss
Alaska
04.09.2027 · 7 nights Port of departure: Seattle, Washington All inclusive

Seattle, Washington, Sitka, Alaska, Juneau, Alaska, Icy Strait Point, Alaska, Ketchikan, Alaska, USA, Victoria, British Columbia, Seattle, Washington

from €2,384
I Interior €2,384
O Ocean View €3,374
B Balcony €3,864
S Suite €4,134

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Norwegian Jade
Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Jade
Alaska
07.08.2028 · 7 nights Port of departure: Whittier, US All inclusive

Whittier, US, Icy Strait Point, Alaska, Juneau, Alaska, Skagway, Alaska, Ketchikan, Alaska, USA, Vancouver, British Columbia

from €2,384
I Interior €2,384
O Ocean View €3,074
B Balcony €5,854
S Suite €6,674

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Celebrity Beyond
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity Beyond
Caribbean
31.07.2027 · 8 nights Port of departure: Miami, Florida Base fare, no drinks

Miami, Florida, Oranjestad, Aruba, Kralendijk, Bonaire, Willemstad, Curacao, Miami, Florida

from €2,384
I Interior €2,384
B Balcony €3,689

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Odyssey of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Odyssey of the Seas
USA & Canada
20.02.2028 · 7 nights Port of departure: Cape Liberty, Njc Base fare, no drinks

Cape Liberty, Njc, Port Canaveral, Florida, USA, Nassau, Bahamas, Cape Liberty, Njc

from €2,384
B Balcony €2,864
S Suite €6,470

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MSC Fantasia
MSC Cruises
MSC Fantasia
Mediterranean
22.08.2028 · 7 nights Port of departure: Livorno, Italy Base fare, no drinks

Livorno, Italy, Cannes, France, Barcelona, Spain, Ibiza, Spain, Cagliari, Cerdeña, Civitavecchia, Italy, Livorno, Italy

from €2,386
I Interior €2,386
O Ocean View €2,646
B Balcony €2,766
S Suite €3,526

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MSC Musica
MSC Cruises
MSC Musica
Mediterranean
04.08.2028 · 7 nights Port of departure: Marseille, Provence, France Base fare, no drinks

Marseille, Provence, France, Genoa, Italy, Civitavecchia, Italy, Palermo, Sicily, Italy, Ibiza, Spain, Valencia, Spain, Marseille, Provence, France

from €2,386
I Interior €2,386
O Ocean View €2,686
B Balcony €2,986

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MSC Magnifica
MSC Cruises
MSC Magnifica
Mediterranean
05.08.2028 · 7 nights Port of departure: Valencia, Spain Base fare, no drinks

Valencia, Spain, La Spezia, Italy, Civitavecchia, Italy, Genoa, Italy, Marseille, Provence, France, Barcelona, Spain, Valencia, Spain

from €2,386
I Interior €2,386
O Ocean View €2,586
B Balcony €2,746

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MSC Splendida
MSC Cruises
MSC Splendida
Northern Europe and Norwegian fjords
01.07.2028 · 7 nights Port of departure: Copenhagen, Denmark Base fare, no drinks

Copenhagen, Denmark, Warnemünde, Alemania, Helsinki, Finland, Stockholm, Sweden, Tallinn, Estonia, Copenhagen, Denmark

from €2,386
I Interior €2,386
O Ocean View €2,686
B Balcony €3,086
S Suite €4,586

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Frequently asked questions

Which two cruise directions are available from Vilnius?

The Baltic one, by flight to Copenhagen in summer, and the Mediterranean one, by flight to Barcelona. The choice depends more on dates and personal preference than on geographic necessity.

Are direct flights from Vilnius to Copenhagen frequent?

There are fewer flights than on the Mediterranean direction, so it is better to plan the Baltic trip in advance, especially at the peak of summer season.

Do residents of Vilnius need to cross a border for a cruise trip?

No, the road comes down to a single flight from Vilnius airport, without a ground segment and without transit through a neighboring country.

How much time should I allow for the road from Vilnius to the port of embarkation?

Usually one day is enough, including the flight and the transfer to the port. Still worth having a small buffer in case of a flight delay.

What documents are needed for a cruise trip from Lithuania?

Requirements depend on citizenship, residence status in Lithuania, and the chosen port of embarkation. Check them on the site of the cruise line and the consulate of the destination country in advance.