Getting ashore
Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC) is usually a dock stop.
Most ships dock at Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC), which usually makes the day simpler: walk off the ship, meet your tour, and get back on board without tender queues.
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Cruises from Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC)
Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC) is a major embarkation gateway with moderate cruise traffic, including larger resort-style ships, and departures throughout the year, but concentrated in May through June.
Usually docks
Moderate traffic
Cruises start or end here
Larger ships
What to expect in Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC)
How busy does Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC) get?
This is usually a quieter cruise stop.
Multiple ships overlap on roughly 0% of days, so most dates should feel manageable.
- Typical day: ~7,650 passengers
- Busy day: 11,200+ passengers
- Multiple ships on 0% of days
When to cruise from Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC)
Cruises depart throughout the year, with the busiest season from May through June.
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Where Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC) fits into a cruise
Cruises from Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC) most commonly head into Bahamas itineraries, often starting with Port Canaveral and Kings Wharf (Royal Naval Dockyard) .
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Who sails here?
Ships visiting Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC) typically carry around 3,844 guests, with Independence of the Seas, Oasis of the Seas, and Odyssey of the Seas calling most often.
Most frequently visiting ships
- 1 Independence of the Seas 28 calls
- 2 Oasis of the Seas 27 calls
- 3 Odyssey of the Seas 23 calls
- 4 Celebrity Silhouette 8 calls
- 5 Silver Endeavour 1 call
- 6 Silver Shadow 1 call
Next port calls
Nov 3 Oasis of the Seas
Nov 8 Odyssey of the Seas
Nov 15 Odyssey of the Seas
Nov 22 Odyssey of the Seas
Nov 29 Odyssey of the Seas
Best current deals from Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC)
These departures currently offer some of the best prices for comparable sailings.
Oasis of the Seas
Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC) → Nassau → Coco Cay → Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC)
May 7, 2027 · 7 nights
$751 interior · $107/night
21% below typical · 3-month low
Odyssey of the Seas
Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC) → Port Canaveral → Nassau → Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC)
Nov 15, 2026 · 7 nights
$896 interior · $128/night
13% below typical · 3-month low
Odyssey of the Seas
Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC) → Philipsburg → Basseterre, Saint Kitts → Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC)
Jan 14, 2027 · 11 nights
$4,156 suite · $378/night
25% below typical · 3-month low
Oasis of the Seas
Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC) → Nassau → Puerto Plata → Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC)
Jun 18, 2027 · 9 nights
$1,376 balcony · $153/night
32% below typical · 3-month low
Oasis of the Seas
Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC) → Nassau → Coco Cay → Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC)
May 21, 2027 · 7 nights
$928 balcony · $133/night
16% below typical · Price trending down
Oasis of the Seas
Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC) → Nassau → Coco Cay → Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC)
Jun 4, 2027 · 7 nights
$982 balcony · $140/night
29% below typical · 3-month lowCruise routes from Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC)
Bahamas
Nassau → Coco Cay
7 nights · Next May 7
From $751 interior · $107/night
Best departure: 21% below typical
6 upcoming departures · 1 ship
Bahamas · US East Coast
Port Canaveral → Coco Cay → Nassau
7–9 nights · Next Nov 8
From $760 interior · $109/night
Best departure: 13% below typical
37 upcoming departures · 2 ships
Southern Caribbean · St. Lawrence / Quebec
Philipsburg → Castries → Bridgetown + 1 more
11 nights · Next Jan 14
From $4,156 suite · $378/night
Best departure: 25% below typical
1 upcoming departure · 1 ship
Bahamas · Eastern Caribbean
Nassau → Coco Cay → Puerto Plata
9 nights · Next Jun 18
From $1,376 balcony · $153/night
Best departure: 32% below typical
1 upcoming departure · 1 ship
Bermuda · Eastern Caribbean
Grand Turk Island → Kings Wharf
8 nights · Next May 19
From $1,668 oceanview · $208/night
Best departure: 12% below typical
1 upcoming departure · 1 ship
Bermuda
Kings Wharf
5–7 nights · Next May 2
From $657 interior · $131/night
Best departure: 20% below typical
22 upcoming departures · 2 ships
FAQ about cruises from Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC)
What is the cheapest month to cruise from Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC)?
October currently has the lowest median nightly fares from Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC).
When do cruises from Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC) usually get expensive?
March is currently the priciest month for upcoming departures from Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC).
What itineraries are most common from Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC)?
The most common upcoming itinerary families from Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC) include Bahamas Loop from Cape Liberty, NJ: Nassau & Coco Cay, Bahamas Loop via Port Canaveral & Coco Cay, and Southern Caribbean Loop via Philipsburg & Castries.
How far in advance should I book a cruise from Cape Liberty, NJ (NYC)?
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