October 9, 2026
8-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$804
Price / day
$101
Carnival Freedom|Carnival Conquest
Carnival Freedom vs Carnival Conquest
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Carnival Freedom
Built in 2007
5 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Freedom
$76 / day
$159 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Carnival Freedom vs Carnival Conquest: Quick Comparison
Carnival Freedom is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2007, it is 5 years newer than Carnival Conquest, which entered service in 2002. Carnival Freedom has upcoming sailings in Mediterranean and Transatlantic, while Carnival Conquest has sailings in Bahamas. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Freedom 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 Freedom | Carnival Conquest |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2007Newer | 2002 |
| Gross Tonnage | 110,000 GT | 110,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,980 | 2,980 |
| Space per Passenger | 36.9 GT | 36.9 GT |
| Length | 290.2 m | 290.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Freedom vs Carnival Conquest
Age
Carnival Freedom was built in 2007, making it 5 years newer than Carnival Conquest, which was built in 2002.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Freedom (Mediterranean and Transatlantic) and Carnival Conquest (Bahamas) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Freedom has the lower average starting price per day at $76 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Freedom
8-Day Mediterranean from Barcelona, Spain
- Departure Port
- Barcelona
- Region
- Mediterranean
- Nights
- 8
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Oct 9, 2026Barcelona
- Day 2 · Oct 10, 2026Marseille
- Day 3 · Oct 11, 2026Livorno
- Day 4 · Oct 12, 2026Civitavecchia
- Day 5 · Oct 13, 2026Naples
- Day 6 · Oct 14, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Oct 15, 2026Malta
- Day 8 · Oct 16, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Oct 17, 2026Barcelona
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
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.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Freedom
October 17, 2026
13-Night Transatlantic Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$662
Price / day
$51
Carnival Conquest
September 4, 2026
3-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$1,263
Price / day
$421
September 7, 2026
4-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$191
Price / day
$48
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Freedom
Average
$76 / day
VS
Carnival Conquest
Average
$235 / day
Carnival Freedom has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$76/day vs $235/day
About $159 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 Freedom if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You want to sail in Mediterranean and Transatlantic.
- Departing from Barcelona works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Choose Carnival Conquest if…
- 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 Carnival Freedom.
Carnival Freedom vs Carnival Conquest: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Freedom
Built in 2007
5 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Freedom
$76 / day
About $159 less per day
- Carnival Freedom is 5 years newer.
- Both ships have the same gross tonnage.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Freedom or Carnival Conquest?
Carnival Freedom is newer. It was built in 2007, while Carnival Conquest was built in 2002, making Carnival Freedom 5 years newer.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Freedom or Carnival Conquest?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Freedom has the lower average starting price per day at $76 per day versus $235 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Freedom sail?
The upcoming Carnival Freedom sailings currently listed cover Mediterranean and Transatlantic, departing from Barcelona.
Where does Carnival Conquest sail?
The upcoming Carnival Conquest sailings currently listed cover Bahamas, departing from Miami.
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