Azura, P&O Cruises’ Mediterranean and Canary Islands fly-cruise ship.
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CruisePing verdict
Azura is P&O’s best established fly-cruise family ship, strongest in the Mediterranean and Canaries when her outdoor spaces and SeaScreen add real value.
Azura Cruise Ship at a Glance
| Cruise line | P&O Cruises |
|---|---|
| Ship class | Grand class, P&O variant |
| Entered service | 2010 |
| Gross tonnage | 115,055 GT |
| Length | 290 m |
| Guest capacity | 3,080 |
| Crew | 1,250 |
| Included dining | 6 |
| Alternative / speciality dining | 4 |
| Swimming pools | 4 |
| Hot tubs / whirlpools | 6 |
| Library | Dedicated library |
| UK departures | Limited |
Best suited to
Families and couples wanting a familiar British ship on warm-weather Mediterranean or Canary Islands fly-cruises with many port days.
Think carefully if
Passengers wanting routine Southampton departures, a quiet ship, pristine new-build interiors or minimal airport and transfer logistics.
The Azura cruise ship is P&O Cruises’ established Mediterranean fly-cruise specialist. She is a large family ship, but her role is different from Southampton-based Ventura or the newer Excel-class vessels: Azura is commonly used as a warm-weather base from Malta or the Canary Islands, reducing long sea crossings and placing more emphasis on ports and outdoor life.
Azura works best for passengers who want a familiar British ship combined with a fly-cruise itinerary. She offers four pools, a large family programme, several dining choices and the open-air SeaScreen cinema. Her weaknesses are age, busy public areas and a layout that can feel crowded when the weather pushes everyone indoors.