September 6, 2026
6-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$559
Price / day
$93
Carnival Horizon|Sun Princess
Carnival Horizon vs Sun Princess
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Carnival Horizon
Carnival Cruise Line
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Sun Princess
Carnival Cruise Line
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Sun Princess
Built in 2024
6 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Horizon
$95 / day
$91 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Carnival Horizon vs Sun Princess: Quick Comparison
Sun Princess is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2024, it is 6 years newer than Carnival Horizon, which entered service in 2018. Sun Princess also carries 340 more passengers. Carnival Horizon has upcoming sailings in Western Caribbean and Southern Caribbean, while Sun Princess has sailings in Europe. 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 | Sun Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2018 | 2024Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 133,500 GT | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,960 | 4,300 |
| Space per Passenger | 33.7 GT | — |
| Length | 321.5 m | 345 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Horizon vs Sun Princess
Age
Sun Princess was built in 2024, making it 6 years newer than Carnival Horizon, which was built in 2018.
Passenger capacity
Sun Princess carries up to 4,300 passengers compared with 3,960 aboard Carnival Horizon, a difference of 340 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Horizon (Western Caribbean and Southern Caribbean) and Sun Princess (Europe) 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.
Sun Princess
Western Mediterranean with Italy
- Departure Port
- Barcelona
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 19, 2026Barcelona
- Day 2 · Sep 20, 2026Ibiza
- Day 3 · Sep 21, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 22, 2026Corsica
- Day 5 · Sep 23, 2026Marseille
- Day 6 · Sep 24, 2026Genoa
- Day 7 · Sep 25, 2026La Spezia
- Day 8 · Sep 26, 2026Civitavecchia
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
Sun Princess
September 19, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$1,169
Price / day
$167
October 17, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$1,431
Price / day
$204
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Horizon
Average
$95 / day
VS
Sun Princess
Average
$186 / day
Carnival Horizon has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$95/day vs $186/day
About $91 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 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 Sun Princess.
Choose Sun Princess if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Barcelona and Civitavecchia works for your plans.
Carnival Horizon vs Sun Princess: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Sun Princess
Built in 2024
6 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Horizon
$95 / day
About $91 less per day
- Sun Princess is 6 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Sun Princess carries 340 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Horizon or Sun Princess?
Sun Princess is newer. It was built in 2024, while Carnival Horizon was built in 2018, making Sun Princess 6 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Sun Princess has a passenger capacity of approximately 4,300, compared with 3,960 for Carnival Horizon.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Horizon or Sun Princess?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Horizon has the lower average starting price per day at $95 per day versus $186 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 Sun Princess sail?
The upcoming Sun Princess sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Barcelona and Civitavecchia.
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