Disney Cruise Line is doubling down on the West Coast.
The cruise line and the Port of San Diego have announced a new agreement that will extend their partnership through at least 2031, and it comes with a big change for guests. The number of Disney sailings out of San Diego is expected to roughly double each year.
That means more chances to sail to popular West Coast destinations like Catalina Island, Baja, and the Mexican Riviera, along with a wider mix of itineraries and more frequent departures.
“San Diego has been an important part of our West Coast operations for more than a decade, and a place our guests love sailing from,” said Jose Fernandez, Vice President of Port Strategy, Development & Operations, Disney Cruise Line. “This new agreement supports our long-term growth and helps us continue contributing to the region’s economy.”
The Port of San Diego also sees this as a major win, not just for cruise guests, but for the region as a whole.
“We are grateful to continue our long-standing relationship with Disney Cruise Line,” said Chair Ann Moore, Port of San Diego Board of Port Commissioners. “This agreement not only enhances business operations between the Port, Disney and all our cruise line partners – it also supports a thriving cruise industry that injects millions into the region’s economy and welcomes thousands of visitors to our waterfront each year.”
From an operations standpoint, the deal gives Disney non-exclusive priority access to both the North and South berths at the B Street cruise terminal. In plain terms, that should help streamline the arrival and departure experience for guests while allowing the Port to better manage overall cruise traffic.
There’s also a notable milestone baked into this agreement. More than one million Disney Cruise Line passengers are expected to pass through the Port of San Diego during this timeframe. It also marks the first time in more than 20 years that a cruise line has committed to a minimum annual guarantee at the port.
Disney Cruise Line has been sailing from San Diego since 2012, and the relationship has gone beyond just cruise operations. The company has worked with local organizations on programs focused on youth empowerment and environmental conservation, including recent efforts with Junior Achievement of San Diego and San Diego Coastkeepers.
Looking ahead, guests will start to see the impact of this expansion soon. For the 2026–2027 season, two Disney ships will operate out of San Diego. The Disney Magic arrives in October with three- to seven-night sailings before departing on a 14-night Panama Canal voyage to Galveston. The Disney Wonder will follow with sailings from October 2026 through April 2027, offering three- to seven-night itineraries to ports like Cabo San Lucas, Ensenada, Puerto Vallarta, and Catalina Island.
With more ships, more sailings, and a long-term commitment now in place, San Diego is set to become an even bigger player in Disney Cruise Line’s growing global footprint.
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