September 5, 2026
5-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Jacksonville
From
$388
Price / day
$78
Carnival Elation|Carnival Pride
Carnival Elation vs Carnival Pride
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Carnival Pride
Built in 2001
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Elation
$90 / day
$61 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Pride
41.7 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Elation vs Carnival Pride: Quick Comparison
Carnival Pride is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2001, it is 3 years newer than Carnival Elation, which entered service in 1998. Carnival Pride 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 Pride has sailings in Bahamas and Bermuda. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Elation has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover a similar region and trip length, so the price per day figures are reasonably close to like-for-like. 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 Pride |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1998 | 2001Newer |
| 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 | 293.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Elation vs Carnival Pride
Age
Carnival Pride was built in 2001, making it 3 years newer than Carnival Elation, which was built in 1998.
Size
At 88,500 GT, Carnival Pride 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 Pride, a difference of 6 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Pride 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 and Carnival Pride cover a similar region and trip length.
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 Pride
7-Day The Bahamas from Baltimore, MD
- Departure Port
- Baltimore
- Region
- Bahamas
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Baltimore
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Nassau
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026RelaxAway
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Baltimore
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 Pride
September 6, 2026
7-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Baltimore
From
$1,004
Price / day
$143
September 13, 2026
7-Night Bermuda Cruise
Departing from Baltimore
From
$1,103
Price / day
$158
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Elation
Average
$90 / day
VS
Carnival Pride
Average
$151 / day
Carnival Elation is currently 40% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$90/day vs $151/day
About $61 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown.
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 Pride.
Choose Carnival Pride 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 Bahamas and Bermuda.
- Departing from Baltimore works for your plans.
Carnival Elation vs Carnival Pride: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Pride
Built in 2001
3 years newer
Bigger
Carnival Pride
88,500 GT
23% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Elation
$90 / day
About $61 less per day
- Carnival Pride is 3 years newer.
- Carnival Pride is 23% larger by gross tonnage.
- Carnival Elation carries 6 more passengers.
- Carnival Pride offers more space per passenger (41.7 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Elation or Carnival Pride?
Carnival Pride is newer. It was built in 2001, while Carnival Elation was built in 1998, making Carnival Pride 3 years newer.
Which is bigger, Carnival Elation or Carnival Pride?
Carnival Pride 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 Pride.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Elation or Carnival Pride?
Carnival Pride 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 Pride?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Elation has the lower average starting price per day at $90 per day versus $151 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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