September 5, 2026
5-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Jacksonville
From
$388
Price / day
$78
Carnival Elation|Carnival Legend
Carnival Elation vs Carnival Legend
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Carnival Legend
Built in 2002
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Elation
$90 / day
$10 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Legend
41.7 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Elation vs Carnival Legend: Quick Comparison
Carnival Legend is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2002, it is 4 years newer than Carnival Elation, which entered service in 1998. Carnival Legend is approximately 23% larger by gross tonnage at 88,500 GT. Carnival Elation also carries 6 more passengers. Carnival Elation has upcoming sailings in Bahamas, while Carnival Legend has sailings in Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Elation 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 Elation | Carnival Legend |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1998 | 2002Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 71,909 GT | 88,500 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,130 | 2,124 |
| Space per Passenger | 33.8 GT | 41.7 GT |
| Length | 260.6 m | 292.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Elation vs Carnival Legend
Age
Carnival Legend was built in 2002, making it 4 years newer than Carnival Elation, which was built in 1998.
Size
At 88,500 GT, Carnival Legend is approximately 23% larger by gross tonnage than Carnival Elation at 71,909 GT.
Passenger capacity
Carnival Elation carries up to 2,130 passengers compared with 2,124 aboard Carnival Legend, a difference of 6 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Legend offers more space per passenger: 41.7 GT per guest, compared with 33.8 aboard Carnival Elation. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Elation (Bahamas) and Carnival Legend (Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Elation has the lower average starting price per day at $90 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Elation
5-Day The Bahamas from Jacksonville, FL
- Departure Port
- Jacksonville
- Region
- Bahamas
- Nights
- 5
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Jacksonville
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Princess Cays
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Jacksonville
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Carnival Legend
9-Day Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy from Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
- Departure Port
- Civitavecchia
- Region
- Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy
- Nights
- 9
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 11, 2026Civitavecchia
- Day 2 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 13, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 14, 2026Kusadasi
- Day 5 · Sep 15, 2026Mykonos
- Day 6 · Sep 16, 2026Piraeus
- Day 7 · Sep 17, 2026Katakolon
- Day 8 · Sep 18, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Sep 19, 2026Naples
- Day 10 · Sep 20, 2026Civitavecchia
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Elation
September 10, 2026
4-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Jacksonville
From
$404
Price / day
$101
Carnival Legend
September 11, 2026
9-Night Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$971
Price / day
$108
September 20, 2026
12-Night Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$1,089
Price / day
$91
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Elation
Average
$90 / day
VS
Carnival Legend
Average
$100 / day
Carnival Elation has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$90/day vs $100/day
About $10 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 Elation if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Bahamas.
- Departing from Jacksonville works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Carnival Legend.
Choose Carnival Legend if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- 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 want to sail in Greek Isles, Turkey & Italy.
- Departing from Civitavecchia works for your plans.
Carnival Elation vs Carnival Legend: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Legend
Built in 2002
4 years newer
Bigger
Carnival Legend
88,500 GT
23% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Elation
$90 / day
About $10 less per day
- Carnival Legend is 4 years newer.
- Carnival Legend is 23% larger by gross tonnage.
- Carnival Elation carries 6 more passengers.
- Carnival Legend offers more space per passenger (41.7 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Elation or Carnival Legend?
Carnival Legend is newer. It was built in 2002, while Carnival Elation was built in 1998, making Carnival Legend 4 years newer.
Which is bigger, Carnival Elation or Carnival Legend?
Carnival Legend is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 88,500 GT compared with Carnival Elation at 71,909 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Carnival Elation has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,130, compared with 2,124 for Carnival Legend.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Elation or Carnival Legend?
Carnival Legend has the higher passenger space ratio at 41.7 GT per passenger, versus 33.8 for Carnival Elation. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Elation or Carnival Legend?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Elation has the lower average starting price per day at $90 per day versus $100 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Elation sail?
The upcoming Carnival Elation sailings currently listed cover Bahamas, departing from Jacksonville.
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