St. Maarten (Philipsburg) Cruise Ship Schedule, September 2027
St. Maarten cruise schedules show arrivals at the Dr. A.C. Wathey terminal in Philipsburg. Itineraries may use St. Maarten, Sint Maarten, or St. Martin, but ship times apply to Philipsburg docking.
September 2027 Schedule Overview
St. Maarten cruise schedules show arrivals at the Dr. A.C. Wathey terminal in Philipsburg. Itineraries may use St. Maarten, Sint Maarten, or St. Martin, but ship times apply to Philipsburg docking. Use it to plan shore excursions around your ship's published port window.
September 2027 Summary
- Ship calls
- 16
- Estimated passenger capacity
- 48,000Sourced from CruiseMapper passenger ratings where available; otherwise estimated at 3,000 guests per call
- Busiest scheduled day
- Tue, Sep 7, 2027 (2 ships)
- Main cruise lines
- Carnival Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Royal Caribbean
Planning tip: Review arrival and departure times for your ship before booking St. Maarten shore excursions in September.
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September 2027 Schedule Table
| Date | Ship | Cruise Line | Arrival | Departure | Time in Port | Passenger Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-09-01 | Carnival Magic | Carnival Cruise Line | 09:00 | 18:00 | 9h | 3,690 to 4,428 | n/a |
| 2027-09-07 | Grandeur Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | 1,994 to 2,393 | n/a |
| 2027-09-07 | Carnival Festivale | Carnival Cruise Line | 09:00 | 18:00 | 9h | 5,374 to 6,338 | n/a |
| 2027-09-08 | Harmony Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,475 to 6,314 | n/a |
| 2027-09-09 | MSC Opera | MSC Cruises | 08:00 | 18:00 | 10h | 2,142 to 2,570 | n/a |
| 2027-09-09 | Star Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
| 2027-09-13 | Grandeur Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 1,994 to 2,393 | n/a |
| 2027-09-14 | Hero Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
| 2027-09-21 | Grandeur Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 07:00 | 16:00 | 9h | 1,994 to 2,393 | n/a |
| 2027-09-21 | Hero Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
| 2027-09-22 | Harmony Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,475 to 6,314 | n/a |
| 2027-09-23 | MSC Opera | MSC Cruises | 08:00 | 18:00 | 10h | 2,142 to 2,570 | n/a |
| 2027-09-27 | Grandeur Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 1,994 to 2,393 | n/a |
| 2027-09-28 | Harmony Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,475 to 6,314 | n/a |
| 2027-09-29 | Carnival Magic | Carnival Cruise Line | 09:00 | 18:00 | 9h | 3,690 to 4,428 | n/a |
| 2027-09-30 | Star Of The Seas | Royal Caribbean | 08:00 | 17:00 | 9h | 5,610 to 7,600 | n/a |
16 ships scheduled. Arrivals and departures are subject to change by cruise lines and port authorities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which cruise ships visit St. Maarten in September 2027?
This page lists 7 scheduled vessels in September 2027, including Carnival Festivale, Carnival Magic, Grandeur Of The Seas, Harmony Of The Seas, Hero Of The Seas, MSC Opera, Star Of The Seas. Use the schedule table for exact arrival and departure times.
How accurate are cruise ship schedules?
Published schedules are planning guides sourced from verified imports. They are not guaranteed. Weather, tender conditions, and cruise line itinerary changes can alter arrival and departure times.
Can arrival and departure times change?
Yes. Cruise lines and port authorities adjust times for weather, pier traffic, tender operations, and operational delays. Check your ship's daily program on port day before disembarking.
How early should I book a shore excursion?
Once you confirm your ship's in-port window from this September 2027 schedule, book must-do tours at least one to two weeks ahead on busy call days. Popular snorkel, beach, and wildlife excursions sell out fastest when multiple ships share the port.
How much time should I leave before returning to the ship?
Plan to be at the terminal or tender pickup point 30-60 minutes before published departure. Add extra buffer on tender ports, full-day tours, and dates with multiple ships in port.
View the St. Maarten cruise ship schedule for September 2027, including 16 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.