Do I have to check in again for a back-to-back sailing?

Online check-in

Last updated: 10/06/2025

Do I have to check in again for a back-to-back sailing on the same P&O Cruises ship? 

No, you don't need to check in twice if you’re staying on the same P&O Cruises ship. Instead, you must:

• Visit Reception to re-register and activate your on-board account for the second cruise.
• Attend muster drills at the beginning of both cruises.

Do I have to check in twice for a back-to-back sailing on a different P&O Cruises ship?

Yes, you need to check in again online if your second sailing is on another P&O Cruises ship.

Please note: online check-in opens 21 days before your holiday begins and closes at 10pm GMT the day before your holiday. 

Points to remember for the second sailing of your cruise holiday: 

Embarkation

You must go through the standard embarkation process for each sailing. 

Arrival

You should arrive at the P&O Cruises terminal at the time stated on your boarding pass. If you arrive early, you may be asked to leave the terminal area and return at the allocated time.

Transfer

Allow enough time to transfer between the two ships. 

Back-to-back sailings with P&O Cruises and a second company

Please make sure you understand any extra or different requirements that the second company might have. 

International ports

If the embarkation or disembarkation port is overseas, a face-to-face immigration inspection might be required. This will be conducted either on board the ship or ashore; details will be provided once you’re on board, and are subject to operational requirements. 

For more information

Please see our article ‘Can I go back-to-back sailing with P&O Cruises?’

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