September 6, 2026
7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$603
Price / day
$86
Carnival Celebration|Carnival Sensation
Carnival Celebration vs Carnival Sensation
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Carnival Celebration
Carnival Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Carnival Celebration
Built in 2022
29 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Carnival Celebration vs Carnival Sensation: Quick Comparison
Carnival Celebration is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2022, it is 29 years newer than Carnival Sensation, which entered service in 1993. Carnival Celebration has upcoming sailings in Western Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean. 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 | Carnival Celebration | Carnival Sensation |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2022Newer | 1993 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | 70,367 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | — | 2,056 |
| Space per Passenger | — | 34.2 GT |
| Length | 344.532 m | 261 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Celebration vs Carnival Sensation
Age
Carnival Celebration was built in 2022, making it 29 years newer than Carnival Sensation, which was built in 1993.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Celebration (Western Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean) and Carnival Sensation currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Celebration
7-Day Western Caribbean from Miami, FL
- Departure Port
- Miami
- Region
- Western Caribbean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Miami
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Isla Tropicale
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Cozumel
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Miami
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Celebration
September 13, 2026
7-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$655
Price / day
$94
Carnival Sensation
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Celebration
Average
$90 / day
VS
Carnival Sensation
Average
$0 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Carnival Celebration if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You want to sail in Western Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean.
- Departing from Miami works for your plans.
Choose Carnival Sensation if…
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Carnival Celebration.
Carnival Celebration vs Carnival Sensation: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Celebration
Built in 2022
29 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Carnival Celebration is 29 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Celebration or Carnival Sensation?
Carnival Celebration is newer. It was built in 2022, while Carnival Sensation was built in 1993, making Carnival Celebration 29 years newer.
Where does Carnival Celebration sail?
The upcoming Carnival Celebration sailings currently listed cover Western Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean, departing from Miami.
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