Getting ashore
Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas is usually a dock stop.
Most ships dock at Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas, which usually makes the day simpler: walk off the ship, meet your tour, and get back on board without tender queues.
Virgin Islands, U.S.
Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas Cruise Port
Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas is a solid port day with regular dockside arrivals and moderate cruise traffic throughout the year, but concentrated in March and December.
Usually docks
Moderate traffic
~9h typical visit
Mid-size ships
What to expect in Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas
How much time will you have?
About 8h 30m is typical
Most cruises spend 7h 30m to 9h in Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas, which makes it a solid port day compared with many stops.
How busy does Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas get?
Some dates are noticeably busier than others.
Multiple ships are in port on roughly 35% of days, so the exact date can change the port experience considerably.
- Typical day: ~4,150 passengers
- Busy day: 8,900+ passengers
- Multiple ships on 35% of days
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September 2026
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Where Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas fits into a cruise
Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas is most commonly visited on Eastern Caribbean itineraries, often alongside San Juan and Philipsburg .
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When to cruise to Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas
Cruises visit year-round, with the busiest season from March and December.
Cruises visit year-round, with the busiest season from March and December.
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Who sails here?
Ships visiting Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas typically carry around 2,918 guests, with Star of the Seas, Icon of the Seas, and Disney Treasure calling most often.
Most frequently visiting ships
- 1 Star of the Seas 29 calls
- 2 Icon of the Seas 27 calls
- 3 Disney Treasure 24 calls
- 4 MSC Meraviglia 24 calls
- 5 Vision of the Seas 16 calls
- 6 Celebrity Beyond 14 calls
Next port calls
Sep 16 Icon of the Seas · Disney Treasure
Sep 20 Rhapsody of the Seas
Sep 22 Harmony of the Seas · Adventure of the Seas
Sep 23 Icon of the Seas
Sep 30 Star of the Seas · Disney Treasure
Cruises that visit Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas
Once the port-day tradeoffs look right for you, here are some good sailings that feature Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas.
Harmony of the Seas
Port Canaveral → Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas → Nassau → Port Canaveral
Nov 14 · 7 nights
Visits Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas on day 4
Exceptional value
$593 inside · $85/night
29% below typical · 6-month low
MSC Meraviglia
Miami → Grand Turk Island → Puerto Plata → Miami
Feb 7 · 14 nights
Visits Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas on day 12
About average
$1,131 inside · $81/night
MSC Meraviglia
Miami → Philipsburg → Grand Turk Island → Miami
Feb 13 · 14 nights
Visits Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas on day 6
About average
$1,131 inside · $81/night
MSC Meraviglia
Miami → Nassau → Puerto Plata → Miami
Feb 21 · 14 nights
Visits Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas on day 12
About average
$1,131 inside · $81/night
MSC Meraviglia
Miami → Philipsburg → Ocean Cay → Miami
Jan 16 · 14 nights
Visits Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas on day 6
About average
$977 inside · $70/night
Vista
New York → Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas → Oranjestad → Miami
Oct 28 · 14 nights
Visits Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas on day 5
Exceptional value
$3,930 balcony · $281/night
37% below typicalCruise routes that include Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas
These route families show how cruise lines usually package Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas, so you can compare the whole trip instead of judging this stop by itself.
Bahamas Loop via Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas & Coco Cay
From $593
$593
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6 upcoming sailings
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1 ship
6 upcoming sailings
1 ship
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Eastern Caribbean Loop via Grand Turk Island, Ocean Cay & Philipsburg
From $398
$398
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2 upcoming sailings
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1 ship
2 upcoming sailings
1 ship
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Eastern Caribbean Loop via Philipsburg, Basseterre, Saint Kitts & Ocean Cay
From $1,131
$1,131
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1 upcoming sailing
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1 ship
1 upcoming sailing
1 ship
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Eastern Caribbean Loop via Nassau, Ocean Cay & Grand Turk Island
From $1,131
$1,131
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1 upcoming sailing
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1 ship
1 upcoming sailing
1 ship
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Eastern Caribbean Loop via Philipsburg, Saint John's & Ocean Cay
From $977
$977
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1 upcoming sailing
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1 ship
1 upcoming sailing
1 ship
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Eastern Caribbean Arc via Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas, Tortola & Cruz Bay, Saint John
From $3,930
$3,930
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1 upcoming sailing
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1 ship
1 upcoming sailing
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FAQ about cruises visiting Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas
Short answers for common search intent around the best time to visit, itinerary patterns, and how to compare cruises that include Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas.
What is the best time to visit Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas on a cruise?
The best time to visit Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas depends on both schedule density and live pricing. Use the calendar above to compare exact port-call dates and the featured cruises section to see which sailings currently stand out.
When is Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas busiest for cruise traffic?
Traffic patterns are still building as more schedules get indexed. Jibhop will surface the busiest months as upcoming port-call coverage expands.
Which cruise itineraries usually include Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas?
Common upcoming itinerary families that include Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas include Bahamas Loop via Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas & Coco Cay, Eastern Caribbean Loop via Grand Turk Island, Ocean Cay & Philipsburg, and Eastern Caribbean Loop via Philipsburg, Basseterre, Saint Kitts & Ocean Cay. Open any itinerary card to compare route mix, next departures, and which sailings look strongest on price.
How should I compare cruises that visit Charlotte Amalie, Saint Thomas?
Start with the best cruises section to see today's strongest pricing signals, then use the port-call calendar to find the exact visit dates that fit your trip. Once you narrow the timing, compare itineraries and ships rather than choosing on this stop alone.
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