September 4, 2026
3-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$1,263
Price / day
$421
Carnival Conquest|Caribbean Princess
Carnival Conquest vs Caribbean Princess
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Caribbean Princess
Built in 2004
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Caribbean Princess
$65 / day
$170 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Conquest
36.9 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Conquest vs Caribbean Princess: Quick Comparison
Caribbean Princess is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2004, it is 2 years newer than Carnival Conquest, which entered service in 2002. Caribbean Princess is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage at 112,894 GT. Caribbean Princess also carries 162 more passengers. Carnival Conquest has upcoming sailings in Bahamas, while Caribbean Princess has sailings in Caribbean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Caribbean Princess has the lower average starting price per day. 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 Conquest | Caribbean Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2002 | 2004Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 110,000 GT | 112,894 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,980 | 3,142 |
| Space per Passenger | 36.9 GT | 35.9 GT |
| Length | 290.5 m | 289.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Conquest vs Caribbean Princess
Age
Caribbean Princess was built in 2004, making it 2 years newer than Carnival Conquest, which was built in 2002.
Size
At 112,894 GT, Caribbean Princess is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage than Carnival Conquest at 110,000 GT.
Passenger capacity
Caribbean Princess carries up to 3,142 passengers compared with 2,980 aboard Carnival Conquest, a difference of 162 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Conquest offers more space per passenger: 36.9 GT per guest, compared with 35.9 aboard Caribbean Princess. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Conquest (Bahamas) and Caribbean Princess (Caribbean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Caribbean Princess has the lower average starting price per day at $65 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Conquest
3-Day The Bahamas from Miami, FL
- Departure Port
- Miami
- Region
- Bahamas
- Nights
- 3
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Miami
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Miami
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Caribbean Princess
Eastern Caribbean with Puerto Rico
- Departure Port
- Port Canaveral
- Region
- Caribbean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Port Canaveral
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Grand Turk
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Amber Cove
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026San Juan
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Port Canaveral
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Conquest
September 7, 2026
4-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$191
Price / day
$48
Caribbean Princess
September 6, 2026
7-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$469
Price / day
$67
September 13, 2026
7-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$432
Price / day
$62
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Conquest
Average
$235 / day
VS
Caribbean Princess
Average
$65 / day
Caribbean Princess has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$65/day vs $235/day
About $170 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown and may not represent like-for-like itineraries.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Carnival Conquest if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Bahamas.
- Departing from Miami works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Caribbean Princess.
Choose Caribbean Princess 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 want to sail in Caribbean.
- Departing from Port Canaveral works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Carnival Conquest vs Caribbean Princess: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Caribbean Princess
Built in 2004
2 years newer
Bigger
Caribbean Princess
112,894 GT
3% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Caribbean Princess
$65 / day
About $170 less per day
- Caribbean Princess is 2 years newer.
- Caribbean Princess is 3% larger by gross tonnage.
- Caribbean Princess carries 162 more passengers.
- Carnival Conquest offers more space per passenger (36.9 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Conquest or Caribbean Princess?
Caribbean Princess is newer. It was built in 2004, while Carnival Conquest was built in 2002, making Caribbean Princess 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, Carnival Conquest or Caribbean Princess?
Caribbean Princess is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 112,894 GT compared with Carnival Conquest at 110,000 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Caribbean Princess has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,142, compared with 2,980 for Carnival Conquest.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Conquest or Caribbean Princess?
Carnival Conquest has the higher passenger space ratio at 36.9 GT per passenger, versus 35.9 for Caribbean Princess. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Conquest or Caribbean Princess?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Caribbean Princess has the lower average starting price per day at $65 per day versus $235 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Conquest sail?
The upcoming Carnival Conquest sailings currently listed cover Bahamas, departing from Miami.
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