MSC Cruises UK & Ireland is pleased to unveil its expanded Fly and Cruise packages for 2026, developed in partnership with Aer Lingus. For Summer 2026, MSC Cruises will offer its largest-ever number of Fly and Cruise seats from Ireland, with a significant 20% increase compared to 2025, making it easier than ever for Irish guests to explore the Mediterranean in style and comfort.
Enjoy seamless travel from airport to ship with direct flights from Dublin to Rome, Venice or Barcelona. Return transfers to your MSC Cruises ship are also included.
Guests flying from Dublin can choose from a wide range of Mediterranean sailings aboard MSC Meraviglia, MSC World Europa, MSC Grandiosa, MSC Seaview, MSC Splendida, MSC Divina and MSC Lirica, offering itineraries designed for families, couples, and adventure seekers alike.
MSC Divina and MSC Lirica will offer exciting new Eastern Mediterranean itineraries for Summer 2026. MSC Divina will sail roundtrip from Rome (Civitavecchia), calling at Naples, Mykonos, Kusadasi (gateway to Ephesus) and Marmaris, combining iconic landmarks with vibrant resort destinations. MSC Lirica will sail roundtrip from Venice, visiting Kotor, Syros, Ancona and Mykonos, with the added benefit of an overnight stay in Mykonos giving you more time to explore this stunning Greek island.
Antonio Paradiso, VP of International Sales at MSC Cruises, said:“Demand from our Irish guests for Mediterranean sailings continues to grow rapidly, with bookings up over 12% year-on-year. Thanks to our strengthened partnership with Aer Lingus, we now offer more direct flights than ever from Ireland, giving our guests a seamless Fly and Cruise experience from start to finish.”
“Building on this, we’re also thrilled to reveal our new 2026 itineraries aboard MSC Divina and MSC Lirica this summer, which include exciting new ports such as Syros and Marmaris, offering our guests fresh opportunities to explore the Eastern Mediterranean in style and comfort.”
Bill Byrne, Senior Vice President Global Sales at Aer Lingus, added: “At Aer Lingus, we are dedicated to delivering comfort and convenience at every stage of our customers’ journey. With cruise holidays continuing to grow in popularity, we’re pleased to tailor our flight schedules to offer smoother, more seamless connections, ensuring an enjoyable journey to and from every MSC cruise.”
This expansion of Fly and Cruise packages from Ireland reinforces MSC Cruises’ commitment to delivering exceptional travel experiences, combining convenient flights with outstanding cruise itineraries.
2026 Mediterranean Itineraries with Direct Flights from Dublin
- MSC Divina – Departs every Friday from 8 May to 2 October 2026 from Civitavecchia to Mykonos, Kusadasi, Marmaris and Naples from €1,148 per person.
- MSC Lirica – Departs every Saturday from 2 May to 26 September 2026 from Venice to Kotor, Mykonos, Port Syros and Ancona from €1,148 per person.
- MSC Seaview– Departs every Sunday from 3 May to 11 October 2026 from Civitavecchia, visiting Palermo, Ibiza, Barcelona, Marseille and Genoa from €1,248 per person.
- MSC Divina– Departs every Friday from 1 May to 2 October 2026 from Civitavecchia, calling at Mykonos, Kusadasi, Marmaris and Naples from €1,148 per person.
- MSC Splendida– Departs every Sunday from 10 May to 27 September 2026 from Barcelona, visiting Marseille, Livorno, Cagliari, Palermo and Valletta from €948 per person.
- MSC Meraviglia– Departs every Tuesday from 5 May to 13 October 2026 from Barcelona, with ports including La Goulette, Palermo, Naples, Livorno and Marseille. from €1,068 per person.
- MSC Seaview– Departs every Thursday from 7 May to 5 November 2026 from Barcelona, calling at Marseille, Genoa, Civitavecchia, Palermo and Ibiza from €1,098 per person.
- MSC Grandiosa– Departs every Saturday from 2 May to 17 October 2026 from Barcelona, visiting Cannes, Genoa, La Spezia, Civitavecchia and Palma de Mallorca from €1,168 per person.
- MSC World Europa– Departs every Friday from 22 May to 30 October 2026 from Barcelona, calling at Marseille, Genoa, Naples, Messina and Valletta from €1,248 per person.
For more information and to book your 2026 Fly and Cruise holiday, contact your travel agent or visit www.msccruises.ie.
