AIDAbella vs Astoria Grande
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
AIDAbella
Built in 2008
12 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
AIDAbella
33.8 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
AIDAbella vs Astoria Grande: Quick Comparison
AIDAbella is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2008, it is 12 years newer than Astoria Grande, which entered service in 1996. AIDAbella is approximately 79% larger by gross tonnage at 69,203 GT. AIDAbella also carries 870 more passengers. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | AIDAbella | Astoria Grande |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2008Newer | 1996 |
| Gross Tonnage | 69,203 GT | 38,557 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,050 | 1,180 |
| Space per Passenger | 33.8 GT | 32.7 GT |
| Length | 251.89 m | 193.34 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: AIDAbella vs Astoria Grande
Age
AIDAbella was built in 2008, making it 12 years newer than Astoria Grande, which was built in 1996.
Size
At 69,203 GT, AIDAbella is approximately 79% larger by gross tonnage than Astoria Grande at 38,557 GT.
Passenger capacity
AIDAbella carries up to 2,050 passengers compared with 1,180 aboard Astoria Grande, a difference of 870 passengers.
Passenger space
AIDAbella offers more space per passenger: 33.8 GT per guest, compared with 32.7 aboard Astoria Grande. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AIDAbella
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Astoria Grande
Average
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Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose AIDAbella if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
Choose Astoria Grande if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AIDAbella.
AIDAbella vs Astoria Grande: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AIDAbella
Built in 2008
12 years newer
Bigger
AIDAbella
69,203 GT
79% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- AIDAbella is 12 years newer.
- AIDAbella is 79% larger by gross tonnage.
- AIDAbella carries 870 more passengers.
- AIDAbella offers more space per passenger (33.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AIDAbella or Astoria Grande?
AIDAbella is newer. It was built in 2008, while Astoria Grande was built in 1996, making AIDAbella 12 years newer.
Which is bigger, AIDAbella or Astoria Grande?
AIDAbella is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 69,203 GT compared with Astoria Grande at 38,557 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AIDAbella has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,050, compared with 1,180 for Astoria Grande.
Which ship is more spacious, AIDAbella or Astoria Grande?
AIDAbella has the higher passenger space ratio at 33.8 GT per passenger, versus 32.7 for Astoria Grande. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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