September 4, 2026
3-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$505
Price / day
$168
Carnival Glory|Carnival Freedom
Carnival Glory vs Carnival Freedom
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Carnival Glory
Carnival Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Carnival Freedom
Built in 2007
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Freedom
$76 / day
$45 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Carnival Glory vs Carnival Freedom: Quick Comparison
Carnival Freedom is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2007, it is 4 years newer than Carnival Glory, which entered service in 2003. Carnival Glory has upcoming sailings in Bahamas, while Carnival Freedom has sailings in Mediterranean and Transatlantic. 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 Glory | Carnival Freedom |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2003 | 2007Newer |
| 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 | 290.2 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Glory vs Carnival Freedom
Age
Carnival Freedom was built in 2007, making it 4 years newer than Carnival Glory, which was built in 2003.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Glory (Bahamas) and Carnival Freedom (Mediterranean and Transatlantic) 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 Glory
3-Day The Bahamas from Port Canaveral (Orlando), FL
- Departure Port
- Port Canaveral
- Region
- Bahamas
- Nights
- 3
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Port Canaveral
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Port Canaveral
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
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.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Glory
September 7, 2026
4-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$292
Price / day
$73
Carnival Freedom
October 9, 2026
8-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$804
Price / day
$101
October 17, 2026
13-Night Transatlantic Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$662
Price / day
$51
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Glory
Average
$121 / day
VS
Carnival Freedom
Average
$76 / day
Carnival Freedom has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$76/day vs $121/day
About $45 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 Glory if…
- You want to sail in Bahamas.
- Departing from Port Canaveral works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Carnival Freedom.
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.
Carnival Glory vs Carnival Freedom: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Freedom
Built in 2007
4 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Freedom
$76 / day
About $45 less per day
- Carnival Freedom is 4 years newer.
- Both ships have the same gross tonnage.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Glory or Carnival Freedom?
Carnival Freedom is newer. It was built in 2007, while Carnival Glory was built in 2003, making Carnival Freedom 4 years newer.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Glory or Carnival Freedom?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Freedom has the lower average starting price per day at $76 per day versus $121 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Glory sail?
The upcoming Carnival Glory sailings currently listed cover Bahamas, departing from Port Canaveral.
Where does Carnival Freedom sail?
The upcoming Carnival Freedom sailings currently listed cover Mediterranean and Transatlantic, departing from Barcelona.
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