Do Disney cruise prices drop last minute?

Disney cruises often become cheaper last minute thanks to Restricted Guarantee fares. As the departure date approaches, Disney Cruise Line offers last-minute discounts on stateroom categories to entice passengers. Last-minute deals on Disney cruises can provide substantial savings of 30% to 35% off the regular price.



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Cruise Critic explains that many popular sailings offer their best rates when fares first go on sale and then increase prices as the ship fills up.

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According to an extensive study that followed price drops in the cruise industry, Thursdays may be the best day to book a cruise. Prices associated with travel are always in flux due to supply and demand, so the prices of a cruise can change daily. Prices could spike on a Wednesday and drop, well, on a Thursday.

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Travel Agents Can Save Your Money Here's a really big reason why you should book Disney Cruises through a travel agent. They can save you money because they already know what discounts are available and how to get you a better deal.

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September is usually the cheapest month to take a Disney Cruise, but October can also be affordable. Since the weather is cooler, you will not have to worry about the heat. Since it's not peak season, you will find cheaper airfares. You can also take part in Halloween-themed cruises during October.

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Book On Board and Save! Save on a future Disney Cruise Line vacation by taking advantage of our special onboard-only booking offer. When you do, you'll enjoy: 10% discount off prevailing rates as quoted on Disneycruise.com. Reduced deposit on 7-night or longer sailings.

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Last minute cruises -- defined roughly as sailings booked between several days and three months prior to the embarkation date -- offer savings to those of us who either procrastinate for a living or enjoy the luxury of cruising on a whim.

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Disney cruises are more expensive because they offer extra amenities such as Broadway-quality shows, larger staterooms, and exclusive character experiences. Limited availability, high demand, and the fact that they do not make money from casinos also contribute to the higher prices.

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Travel agents (like Dreams Unlimited Travel) will give you the same price as booking direct through Disney, but will also give incentives like shipboard credits that Disney does not offer. Another reason to book with a travel agent is that they will watch for discounts and specials.

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Disney pays up to a 10% commission to travel agents, depending on the package booked for the customer. Disney cruises yield a higher commission. If you're working independently, you'll receive the full commission amount — so if your client booked a $5,000 vacation pretax, you'd receive $500 in commission.

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The average Disney cruise price starts around $800 to $1,600 per person for a 1- to 3-night Disney cruise in an inside room. Length of trip, ports of departure and arrival, and travel dates all affect pricing. While a Disney cruise may be more expensive than other cruise options, it offers unique onboard experiences.

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Based on average cruise fares and accounting for inevitable extras, we recommend that a family of four should budget an estimated $10,000 for a Disney cruise vacation. Of course, it can be done for less — and way more. This figure accounts for a five-night sailing at a cruise fare of $300 per person, per day.

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Onboard your Disney Cruise Line® ship, all expenses will be charged to your stateroom, so you do not need cash or a credit card. You may wish to carry cash or a credit card to buy snacks or souvenirs during stops at ports of call.

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What is the cheapest time to book a cruise? Prospective cruisers can usually find a lot of good deals at the beginning of the year during wave season, Goldberg-Glazer said. That period typically lasts from January until March.

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