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Norwegian Sun
Norwegian Sun is a Norwegian Cruise Line cruise ship of the Sun class, in service since 2001. She measures 78,309 gross tons and carries 1,878 guests with a crew of 906. She sails Panama Canal, Mediterranean, Caribbean, Transatlantic itineraries. She is due to leave the fleet in September 2027.
Norwegian Sun is due to leave Norwegian Cruise Line's fleet in September 2027. Norwegian Cruise Line's fleet today · Retired and departing ships
About Norwegian Sun
Norwegian Sun is a mid-sized ship of about 78,300 gross tons with room for 1,878 guests at double occupancy, built by Lloyd Werft in Bremerhaven, Germany, and christened in Miami in 2001 in a joint ceremony with Norwegian Star. Refurbished in 2024, she keeps a classic layout with Le Bistro, La Cucina, Magnum's Champagne and Wine Bar and an outdoor basketball and volleyball court. Her last Norwegian season has her sailing 12-day Panama Canal round trips from Miami in the 2026-27 winter and then Mediterranean voyages from Rome and Venice (Ravenna). In April 2025 the line's parent announced a long-term charter of the ship to India's Cordelia Cruises from 2027; her last listed Norwegian sailing ends in Dubai on September 26, 2027.
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Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews.
Deck plans
Where she sails
- Panama Canalpartial or full transits between the Atlantic and Pacific
- MediterraneanWestern Med, Greek Isles and Adriatic, mostly April to November
- CaribbeanEastern, Western and Southern Caribbean islands, sailing year-round from Florida, Texas and Puerto Rico
- Transatlanticcrossings between Europe and the Americas, mostly in spring and autumn
Home port: Miami, Florida.
Flying in for your cruise?
Norwegian Sun sails from Miami, Florida. The airport is Miami International (MIA), with 10 lounges to wait in before you board.
- American Airlines Flagship LoungeMIA Concourse D4.9 ★
- American Airlines Admirals Club (D15)MIA Concourse D4.7 ★
- LATAM VIP LoungeMIA Concourse J4.7 ★
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates Norwegian Sun?
Norwegian Sun is operated by Norwegian Cruise Line and belongs to its Sun class.
Is Norwegian Sun leaving Norwegian Cruise Line?
Norwegian Sun is due to leave Norwegian Cruise Line's fleet in September 2027.
How big is Norwegian Sun?
Norwegian Sun measures 78,309 gross tons and 258 metres in length, with 14 decks.
How crowded does Norwegian Sun feel?
Norwegian Sun has a passenger space ratio of 41.7: 78,309 gross tons for 1,878 guests. Ratios over 50 feel spacious and under 30 busy, so Norwegian Sun feels comfortable for her size.
How many passengers does Norwegian Sun carry?
Norwegian Sun carries 1,878 guests at double occupancy, with a crew of 906 (about 2.1 guests per crew member).
When did Norwegian Sun enter service?
Norwegian Sun entered service in 2001 and was last refurbished in 2024.
Where does Norwegian Sun sail?
Norwegian Sun sails Panama Canal, Mediterranean, Caribbean and Transatlantic itineraries. Her home port is Miami, Florida.
Which airport should I fly into for Norwegian Sun?
Norwegian Sun sails from Miami, Florida. Fly into Miami International (MIA), which has 10 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
Where can I find the deck plans for Norwegian Sun?
Norwegian Cruise Line publishes the deck plans for Norwegian Sun; this page links to Deck plans.
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