September 6, 2026
6-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$559
Price / day
$93
Carnival Horizon|Carnival Firenze
Carnival Horizon vs Carnival Firenze
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Carnival Horizon
Carnival Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Carnival Firenze
Built in 2020
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Horizon
$95 / day
$37 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Horizon
33.7 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Horizon vs Carnival Firenze: Quick Comparison
Carnival Firenze is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2020, it is 2 years newer than Carnival Horizon, which entered service in 2018. Carnival Firenze is approximately 1% larger by gross tonnage at 135,156 GT. Carnival Firenze also carries 272 more passengers. Carnival Horizon has upcoming sailings in Western Caribbean and Southern Caribbean, while Carnival Firenze has sailings in Baja Mexico. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Horizon 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 Horizon | Carnival Firenze |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2018 | 2020Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 133,500 GT | 135,156 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,960 | 4,232 |
| Space per Passenger | 33.7 GT | 31.9 GT |
| Length | 321.5 m | 321 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Horizon vs Carnival Firenze
Age
Carnival Firenze was built in 2020, making it 2 years newer than Carnival Horizon, which was built in 2018.
Size
At 135,156 GT, Carnival Firenze is approximately 1% larger by gross tonnage than Carnival Horizon at 133,500 GT.
Passenger capacity
Carnival Firenze carries up to 4,232 passengers compared with 3,960 aboard Carnival Horizon, a difference of 272 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Horizon offers more space per passenger: 33.7 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 Horizon (Western Caribbean and Southern Caribbean) and Carnival Firenze (Baja Mexico) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Horizon has the lower average starting price per day at $95 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Horizon
6-Day Western Caribbean from Miami, FL
- Departure Port
- Miami
- Region
- Western Caribbean
- Nights
- 6
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Miami
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Montego Bay
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Grand Cayman
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026Miami
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
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.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Horizon
September 12, 2026
8-Night Southern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$767
Price / day
$96
Carnival Firenze
September 4, 2026
3-Night Baja Mexico Cruise
Departing from Long Beach
From
$599
Price / day
$200
September 7, 2026
4-Night Baja Mexico Cruise
Departing from Long Beach
From
$252
Price / day
$63
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Horizon
Average
$95 / day
VS
Carnival Firenze
Average
$132 / day
Carnival Horizon has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$95/day vs $132/day
About $37 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 Horizon 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 Western Caribbean and Southern 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.
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.
Carnival Horizon vs Carnival Firenze: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Firenze
Built in 2020
2 years newer
Bigger
Carnival Firenze
135,156 GT
1% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Horizon
$95 / day
About $37 less per day
- Carnival Firenze is 2 years newer.
- Carnival Firenze is 1% larger by gross tonnage.
- Carnival Firenze carries 272 more passengers.
- Carnival Horizon offers more space per passenger (33.7 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Horizon or Carnival Firenze?
Carnival Firenze is newer. It was built in 2020, while Carnival Horizon was built in 2018, making Carnival Firenze 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, Carnival Horizon or Carnival Firenze?
Carnival Firenze is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 135,156 GT compared with Carnival Horizon at 133,500 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Carnival Firenze has a passenger capacity of approximately 4,232, compared with 3,960 for Carnival Horizon.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Horizon or Carnival Firenze?
Carnival Horizon has the higher passenger space ratio at 33.7 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 Horizon or Carnival Firenze?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Horizon has the lower average starting price per day at $95 per day versus $132 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Horizon sail?
The upcoming Carnival Horizon sailings currently listed cover Western Caribbean and Southern Caribbean, departing from Miami.
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