AIDAperla vs AIDAnova
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
AIDAperla
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Newer Ship
AIDAnova
Built in 2018
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
AIDAperla
38.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
AIDAperla vs AIDAnova: Quick Comparison
AIDAnova is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2018, it is 1 year newer than AIDAperla, which entered service in 2017. AIDAnova is approximately 46% larger by gross tonnage at 183,200 GT. AIDAnova also carries 1,914 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 | AIDAperla | AIDAnova |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2017 | 2018Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 125,572 GT | 183,200 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,286 | 5,200 |
| Space per Passenger | 38.2 GT | 35.2 GT |
| Length | 299.95 m | 337 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: AIDAperla vs AIDAnova
Age
AIDAnova was built in 2018, making it 1 year newer than AIDAperla, which was built in 2017.
Size
At 183,200 GT, AIDAnova is approximately 46% larger by gross tonnage than AIDAperla at 125,572 GT.
Passenger capacity
AIDAnova carries up to 5,200 passengers compared with 3,286 aboard AIDAperla, a difference of 1,914 passengers.
Passenger space
AIDAperla offers more space per passenger: 38.2 GT per guest, compared with 35.2 aboard AIDAnova. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Which Ship Is Cheaper?
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Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose AIDAperla if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AIDAnova.
Choose AIDAnova 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.
AIDAperla vs AIDAnova: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AIDAnova
Built in 2018
1 year newer
Bigger
AIDAnova
183,200 GT
46% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- AIDAnova is 1 year newer.
- AIDAnova is 46% larger by gross tonnage.
- AIDAnova carries 1,914 more passengers.
- AIDAperla offers more space per passenger (38.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AIDAperla or AIDAnova?
AIDAnova is newer. It was built in 2018, while AIDAperla was built in 2017, making AIDAnova 1 year newer.
Which is bigger, AIDAperla or AIDAnova?
AIDAnova is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 183,200 GT compared with AIDAperla at 125,572 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AIDAnova has a passenger capacity of approximately 5,200, compared with 3,286 for AIDAperla.
Which ship is more spacious, AIDAperla or AIDAnova?
AIDAperla has the higher passenger space ratio at 38.2 GT per passenger, versus 35.2 for AIDAnova. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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