September 6, 2026
6-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$559
Price / day
$93
Carnival Horizon|Carnival Vista
Carnival Horizon vs Carnival Vista
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Carnival Horizon
Carnival Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Carnival Horizon
Built in 2018
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Vista
$91 / day
$4 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Vista
33.9 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Horizon vs Carnival Vista: Quick Comparison
Carnival Horizon is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2018, it is 2 years newer than Carnival Vista, which entered service in 2016. Carnival Horizon also carries 26 more passengers. Carnival Horizon has upcoming sailings in Western Caribbean and Southern Caribbean, while Carnival Vista has sailings in Southern Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Vista 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 Horizon | Carnival Vista |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2018Newer | 2016 |
| Gross Tonnage | 133,500 GT | 133,500 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,960 | 3,934 |
| Space per Passenger | 33.7 GT | 33.9 GT |
| Length | 321.5 m | 322 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Horizon vs Carnival Vista
Age
Carnival Horizon was built in 2018, making it 2 years newer than Carnival Vista, which was built in 2016.
Passenger capacity
Carnival Horizon carries up to 3,960 passengers compared with 3,934 aboard Carnival Vista, a difference of 26 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Vista offers more space per passenger: 33.9 GT per guest, compared with 33.7 aboard Carnival Horizon. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Horizon and Carnival Vista cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Vista has the lower average starting price per day at $91 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 Vista
8-Day Southern Caribbean from Port Canaveral (Orlando), FL
- Departure Port
- Port Canaveral
- Region
- Southern Caribbean
- Nights
- 8
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Port Canaveral
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Aruba
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Curaçao
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 9 · Sep 13, 2026Port Canaveral
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 Vista
September 5, 2026
8-Night Southern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$724
Price / day
$91
September 13, 2026
6-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$539
Price / day
$90
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Horizon
Average
$95 / day
VS
Carnival Vista
Average
$91 / day
Carnival Vista is currently 4% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$91/day vs $95/day
About $4 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 Horizon if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Western Caribbean and Southern Caribbean.
- Departing from Miami works for your plans.
Choose Carnival Vista 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 Southern Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean.
- Departing from Port Canaveral 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 Horizon.
Carnival Horizon vs Carnival Vista: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Horizon
Built in 2018
2 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Vista
$91 / day
About $4 less per day
- Carnival Horizon is 2 years newer.
- Both ships have the same gross tonnage.
- Carnival Horizon carries 26 more passengers.
- Carnival Vista offers more space per passenger (33.9 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Horizon or Carnival Vista?
Carnival Horizon is newer. It was built in 2018, while Carnival Vista was built in 2016, making Carnival Horizon 2 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Carnival Horizon has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,960, compared with 3,934 for Carnival Vista.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Horizon or Carnival Vista?
Carnival Vista has the higher passenger space ratio at 33.9 GT per passenger, versus 33.7 for Carnival Horizon. 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 Vista?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Vista has the lower average starting price per day at $91 per day versus $95 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.
Where does Carnival Vista sail?
The upcoming Carnival Vista sailings currently listed cover Southern Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean, departing from Port Canaveral.
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