AIDAprima vs AIDAnova
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
AIDAnova
Built in 2018
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
AIDAprima
38.1 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
AIDAprima vs AIDAnova: Quick Comparison
AIDAnova is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2018, it is 2 years newer than AIDAprima, which entered service in 2016. AIDAnova is approximately 46% larger by gross tonnage at 183,200 GT. AIDAnova also carries 1,900 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 | AIDAprima | AIDAnova |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2016 | 2018Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 125,572 GT | 183,200 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,300 | 5,200 |
| Space per Passenger | 38.1 GT | 35.2 GT |
| Length | 299.95 m | 337 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: AIDAprima vs AIDAnova
Age
AIDAnova was built in 2018, making it 2 years newer than AIDAprima, which was built in 2016.
Size
At 183,200 GT, AIDAnova is approximately 46% larger by gross tonnage than AIDAprima at 125,572 GT.
Passenger capacity
AIDAnova carries up to 5,200 passengers compared with 3,300 aboard AIDAprima, a difference of 1,900 passengers.
Passenger space
AIDAprima offers more space per passenger: 38.1 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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AIDAprima
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Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AIDAprima
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AIDAnova
Average
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Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose AIDAprima 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.
AIDAprima vs AIDAnova: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AIDAnova
Built in 2018
2 years newer
Bigger
AIDAnova
183,200 GT
46% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- AIDAnova is 2 years newer.
- AIDAnova is 46% larger by gross tonnage.
- AIDAnova carries 1,900 more passengers.
- AIDAprima offers more space per passenger (38.1 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AIDAprima or AIDAnova?
AIDAnova is newer. It was built in 2018, while AIDAprima was built in 2016, making AIDAnova 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, AIDAprima or AIDAnova?
AIDAnova is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 183,200 GT compared with AIDAprima at 125,572 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AIDAnova has a passenger capacity of approximately 5,200, compared with 3,300 for AIDAprima.
Which ship is more spacious, AIDAprima or AIDAnova?
AIDAprima has the higher passenger space ratio at 38.1 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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