September 26, 2026
14-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Southampton
From
$3,204
Price / day
$229
Aroya Manara|Sky Princess
Aroya Manara vs Sky Princess
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Sky Princess
Built in 2019
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Aroya Manara
44.6 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Aroya Manara vs Sky Princess: Quick Comparison
Sky Princess is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2019, it is 2 years newer than Aroya Manara, which entered service in 2017. Aroya Manara is approximately 4% larger by gross tonnage at 150,695 GT. Sky Princess also carries 284 more passengers. Sky Princess has upcoming sailings in Europe and TransAtlantics. 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 | Aroya Manara | Sky Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2017 | 2019Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 150,695 GT | 145,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,376 | 3,660 |
| Space per Passenger | 44.6 GT | 39.6 GT |
| Length | 335.2 m | 330 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Aroya Manara vs Sky Princess
Age
Sky Princess was built in 2019, making it 2 years newer than Aroya Manara, which was built in 2017.
Size
At 150,695 GT, Aroya Manara is approximately 4% larger by gross tonnage than Sky Princess at 145,000 GT.
Passenger capacity
Sky Princess carries up to 3,660 passengers compared with 3,376 aboard Aroya Manara, a difference of 284 passengers.
Passenger space
Aroya Manara offers more space per passenger: 44.6 GT per guest, compared with 39.6 aboard Sky Princess. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Aroya Manara and Sky Princess (Europe and TransAtlantics) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Sky Princess
Oktoberfest European Capitals
- Departure Port
- Southampton
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 14
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 26, 2026Southampton
- Day 2 · Sep 27, 2026Le Havre
- Day 3 · Sep 28, 2026Zeebrugge
- Day 4 · Sep 29, 2026Rotterdam
- Day 5 · Sep 30, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Oct 1, 2026Skagen
- Day 7 · Oct 2, 2026Copenhagen
- Day 8 · Oct 3, 2026Aarhus
- Day 9 · Oct 4, 2026Kristiansand
- Day 10 · Oct 5, 2026Oslo
- Day 11 · Oct 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 12 · Oct 7, 2026Hamburg
- Day 13 · Oct 8, 2026Hamburg
- Day 14 · Oct 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 15 · Oct 10, 2026Southampton
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Aroya Manara
Sky Princess
November 5, 2026
15-Night TransAtlantics Cruise
Departing from Southampton
From
$1,959
Price / day
$131
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Aroya Manara
Average
$0 / day
VS
Sky Princess
Average
$180 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Aroya Manara if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- 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 Sky Princess.
Choose Sky Princess if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe and TransAtlantics.
- Departing from Southampton works for your plans.
Aroya Manara vs Sky Princess: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Sky Princess
Built in 2019
2 years newer
Bigger
Aroya Manara
150,695 GT
4% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Sky Princess is 2 years newer.
- Aroya Manara is 4% larger by gross tonnage.
- Sky Princess carries 284 more passengers.
- Aroya Manara offers more space per passenger (44.6 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Aroya Manara or Sky Princess?
Sky Princess is newer. It was built in 2019, while Aroya Manara was built in 2017, making Sky Princess 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, Aroya Manara or Sky Princess?
Aroya Manara is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 150,695 GT compared with Sky Princess at 145,000 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Sky Princess has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,660, compared with 3,376 for Aroya Manara.
Which ship is more spacious, Aroya Manara or Sky Princess?
Aroya Manara has the higher passenger space ratio at 44.6 GT per passenger, versus 39.6 for Sky Princess. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Sky Princess sail?
The upcoming Sky Princess sailings currently listed cover Europe and TransAtlantics, departing from Southampton.
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