AIDAstella vs AIDAprima
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Newer Ship
AIDAprima
Built in 2016
3 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
AIDAstella vs AIDAprima: Quick Comparison
AIDAprima is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2016, it is 3 years newer than AIDAstella, which entered service in 2013. AIDAprima is approximately 76% larger by gross tonnage at 125,572 GT. AIDAprima also carries 1,106 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 | AIDAstella | AIDAprima |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2013 | 2016Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 71,304 GT | 125,572 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,194 | 3,300 |
| Space per Passenger | 32.5 GT | 38.1 GT |
| Length | 253 m | 299.95 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: AIDAstella vs AIDAprima
Age
AIDAprima was built in 2016, making it 3 years newer than AIDAstella, which was built in 2013.
Size
At 125,572 GT, AIDAprima is approximately 76% larger by gross tonnage than AIDAstella at 71,304 GT.
Passenger capacity
AIDAprima carries up to 3,300 passengers compared with 2,194 aboard AIDAstella, a difference of 1,106 passengers.
Passenger space
AIDAprima offers more space per passenger: 38.1 GT per guest, compared with 32.5 aboard AIDAstella. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
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Which Ship Is Cheaper?
AIDAstella
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AIDAprima
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Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose AIDAstella if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than AIDAprima.
Choose AIDAprima 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).
AIDAstella vs AIDAprima: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
AIDAprima
Built in 2016
3 years newer
Bigger
AIDAprima
125,572 GT
76% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- AIDAprima is 3 years newer.
- AIDAprima is 76% larger by gross tonnage.
- AIDAprima carries 1,106 more passengers.
- AIDAprima offers more space per passenger (38.1 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, AIDAstella or AIDAprima?
AIDAprima is newer. It was built in 2016, while AIDAstella was built in 2013, making AIDAprima 3 years newer.
Which is bigger, AIDAstella or AIDAprima?
AIDAprima is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 125,572 GT compared with AIDAstella at 71,304 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
AIDAprima has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,300, compared with 2,194 for AIDAstella.
Which ship is more spacious, AIDAstella or AIDAprima?
AIDAprima has the higher passenger space ratio at 38.1 GT per passenger, versus 32.5 for AIDAstella. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
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