September 4, 2026
3-Night Baja Mexico Cruise
Departing from Long Beach
From
$599
Price / day
$200
Carnival Firenze|Carnival Magic
Carnival Firenze vs Carnival Magic
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
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Newer Ship
Carnival Firenze
Built in 2020
9 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Magic
$68 / day
$64 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Magic
35.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Firenze vs Carnival Magic: Quick Comparison
Carnival Firenze is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2020, it is 9 years newer than Carnival Magic, which entered service in 2011. Carnival Firenze is approximately 4% larger by gross tonnage at 135,156 GT. Carnival Firenze also carries 542 more passengers. Carnival Firenze has upcoming sailings in Baja Mexico, while Carnival Magic has sailings in Eastern Caribbean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Magic 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 Firenze | Carnival Magic |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2020Newer | 2011 |
| Gross Tonnage | 135,156 GT | 130,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 4,232 | 3,690 |
| Space per Passenger | 31.9 GT | 35.2 GT |
| Length | 321 m | 306 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Firenze vs Carnival Magic
Age
Carnival Firenze was built in 2020, making it 9 years newer than Carnival Magic, which was built in 2011.
Size
At 135,156 GT, Carnival Firenze is approximately 4% larger by gross tonnage than Carnival Magic at 130,000 GT.
Passenger capacity
Carnival Firenze carries up to 4,232 passengers compared with 3,690 aboard Carnival Magic, a difference of 542 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Magic offers more space per passenger: 35.2 GT per guest, compared with 31.9 aboard Carnival Firenze. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Firenze (Baja Mexico) and Carnival Magic (Eastern Caribbean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Magic has the lower average starting price per day at $68 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Firenze
3-Day Baja Mexico from Long Beach (Los Angeles), CA
- Departure Port
- Long Beach
- Region
- Baja Mexico
- Nights
- 3
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Long Beach
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026Ensenada
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Long Beach
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Carnival Magic
8-Day Eastern Caribbean from Miami, FL
- Departure Port
- Miami
- Region
- Eastern Caribbean
- Nights
- 8
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Miami
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Princess Cays
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026San Juan
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026St. Maarten
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026St Thomas
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Sep 13, 2026Miami
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Firenze
September 7, 2026
4-Night Baja Mexico Cruise
Departing from Long Beach
From
$252
Price / day
$63
Carnival Magic
September 5, 2026
8-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$533
Price / day
$67
September 13, 2026
6-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$414
Price / day
$69
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Firenze
Average
$132 / day
VS
Carnival Magic
Average
$68 / day
Carnival Magic has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$68/day vs $132/day
About $64 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 Firenze 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 Baja Mexico.
- Departing from Long Beach works for your plans.
Choose Carnival Magic 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 Eastern Caribbean.
- Departing from Miami 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 Firenze.
Carnival Firenze vs Carnival Magic: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Firenze
Built in 2020
9 years newer
Bigger
Carnival Firenze
135,156 GT
4% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Magic
$68 / day
About $64 less per day
- Carnival Firenze is 9 years newer.
- Carnival Firenze is 4% larger by gross tonnage.
- Carnival Firenze carries 542 more passengers.
- Carnival Magic offers more space per passenger (35.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Firenze or Carnival Magic?
Carnival Firenze is newer. It was built in 2020, while Carnival Magic was built in 2011, making Carnival Firenze 9 years newer.
Which is bigger, Carnival Firenze or Carnival Magic?
Carnival Firenze is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 135,156 GT compared with Carnival Magic at 130,000 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Carnival Firenze has a passenger capacity of approximately 4,232, compared with 3,690 for Carnival Magic.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Firenze or Carnival Magic?
Carnival Magic has the higher passenger space ratio at 35.2 GT per passenger, versus 31.9 for Carnival Firenze. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Firenze or Carnival Magic?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Magic has the lower average starting price per day at $68 per day versus $132 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Firenze sail?
The upcoming Carnival Firenze sailings currently listed cover Baja Mexico, departing from Long Beach.
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