Antigua Cruise Ship Schedule, October 2026
Eastern Caribbean dock port at St. John's for beach and sailing excursions.
October 2026 Schedule Overview
This page lists cruise ships scheduled to call at Antigua during October 2026, including arrival and departure times where available. Use it to plan shore excursions around your ship's published port window.
October 2026 Summary
- Ship calls
- 8
- Estimated passenger capacity
- 24,000Sourced from CruiseMapper passenger ratings where available; otherwise estimated at 3,000 guests per call
- Busiest scheduled day
- Wed, Oct 7, 2026 (1 ships)
- Main cruise lines
- Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Verify with cruise line
Planning tip: Review arrival and departure times for your ship before booking Antigua shore excursions in October.
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October 2026 Schedule Table
| Date | Ship | Cruise Line | Arrival | Departure | Time in Port | Passenger Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-07 | Rhapsody Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,026 to 2,431 | n/a |
| 2026-10-13 | Rhapsody Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,026 to 2,431 | n/a |
| 2026-10-21 | Rhapsody Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,026 to 2,431 | n/a |
| 2026-10-22 | Carnival Venezia | Carnival Cruise Line | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 4,232 to 5,145 | n/a |
| 2026-10-26 | Mein Schiff 2 | Verify with cruise line | 07:30 | 19:00 | 11h 30m | 2,534 to 2,894 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2026-10-27 | Rhapsody Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,026 to 2,431 | n/a |
| 2026-10-29 | Explora III | Verify with cruise line | 09:00 | 19:00 | 10h | 922 to 1,473 | Verify with cruise line |
| 2026-10-30 | Vision Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 2,036 to 2,443 | n/a |
8 ships scheduled. Arrivals and departures are subject to change by cruise lines and port authorities.
Plan Your October 2026 Excursion
Once you know your ship's October 2026 arrival and departure time, compare shore excursions for Antigua. Start with our authority port guide, then browse specialist local operators with pier-aware pickup and clear return-timing policies.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which cruise ships visit Antigua in October 2026?
This page lists 5 scheduled vessels in October 2026, including Carnival Venezia, Explora III, Mein Schiff 2, Rhapsody Of The Seas, Vision Of The Seas. Use the schedule table for exact arrival and departure times.
Can Antigua arrival times change in October 2026?
Yes. Cruise lines and the port adjust October 2026 times for weather, pier traffic, and operational delays. October is the peak of Atlantic hurricane season — the hottest, wettest stretch with the lightest cruise traffic and occasional itinerary changes, so treat these as planning guides and confirm on your ship's daily program before disembarking.
How early should I book a October 2026 Antigua shore excursion?
Once you confirm your ship's in-port window from this October 2026 schedule, October 2026 is quieter at Antigua, so availability is easier — but still book a week or two ahead on any multi-ship date. Popular snorkel, beach, and wildlife tours sell out fastest when multiple ships share the port.
How much time should I leave before returning to the ship at Antigua in October 2026?
Plan to be back at the Antigua terminal 30–60 minutes before published departure. Add extra buffer on full-day tours and dates when multiple ships are in port.
What excursions suit Antigua in October 2026?
October is the peak of Atlantic hurricane season — the hottest, wettest stretch with the lightest cruise traffic and occasional itinerary changes. Antigua excursions are easiest to book now, but keep plans flexible and watch tropical weather. Choose operators with clear cancellation terms.
View the Antigua cruise ship schedule for October 2026, including 8 scheduled cruise calls, arrival times, departure times and planning tips for shore excursions. Arrival and departure times are subject to change. Confirm final times with your cruise line before disembarking.