September 5, 2026
7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Galveston
From
$651
Price / day
$93
Carnival Jubilee|Carnival Panorama
Carnival Jubilee vs Carnival Panorama
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Carnival Jubilee
Carnival Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Carnival Jubilee
Built in 2023
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Panorama
$73 / day
$18 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Carnival Jubilee vs Carnival Panorama: Quick Comparison
Carnival Jubilee is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2023, it is 4 years newer than Carnival Panorama, which entered service in 2019. Carnival Jubilee also carries 1,220 more passengers. Carnival Jubilee has upcoming sailings in Western Caribbean, while Carnival Panorama has sailings in Mexican Riviera. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Panorama 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 Jubilee | Carnival Panorama |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2023Newer | 2019 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | 133,500 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 5,228 | 4,008 |
| Space per Passenger | — | 33.3 GT |
| Length | 345320.1 m | 321.564 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Jubilee vs Carnival Panorama
Age
Carnival Jubilee was built in 2023, making it 4 years newer than Carnival Panorama, which was built in 2019.
Passenger capacity
Carnival Jubilee carries up to 5,228 passengers compared with 4,008 aboard Carnival Panorama, a difference of 1,220 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Jubilee (Western Caribbean) and Carnival Panorama (Mexican Riviera) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Panorama has the lower average starting price per day at $73 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Jubilee
7-Day Western Caribbean from Galveston, TX
- Departure Port
- Galveston
- Region
- Western Caribbean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Galveston
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Isla Tropicale
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Costa Maya
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Cozumel
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Galveston
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Carnival Panorama
7-Day Mexican Riviera from Long Beach (Los Angeles), CA
- Departure Port
- Long Beach
- Region
- Mexican Riviera
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Long Beach
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Cabo San Lucas
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Mazatlán
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Puerto Vallarta
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Long Beach
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Jubilee
September 12, 2026
7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Galveston
From
$616
Price / day
$88
Carnival Panorama
September 6, 2026
7-Night Mexican Riviera Cruise
Departing from Long Beach
From
$482
Price / day
$69
September 13, 2026
7-Night Mexican Riviera Cruise
Departing from Long Beach
From
$532
Price / day
$76
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Jubilee
Average
$91 / day
VS
Carnival Panorama
Average
$73 / day
Carnival Panorama has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$73/day vs $91/day
About $18 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 Jubilee 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.
- Departing from Galveston works for your plans.
Choose Carnival Panorama if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Mexican Riviera.
- Departing from Long Beach 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 Jubilee.
Carnival Jubilee vs Carnival Panorama: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Jubilee
Built in 2023
4 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Panorama
$73 / day
About $18 less per day
- Carnival Jubilee is 4 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Carnival Jubilee carries 1,220 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Jubilee or Carnival Panorama?
Carnival Jubilee is newer. It was built in 2023, while Carnival Panorama was built in 2019, making Carnival Jubilee 4 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Carnival Jubilee has a passenger capacity of approximately 5,228, compared with 4,008 for Carnival Panorama.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Jubilee or Carnival Panorama?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Panorama has the lower average starting price per day at $73 per day versus $91 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Jubilee sail?
The upcoming Carnival Jubilee sailings currently listed cover Western Caribbean, departing from Galveston.
Where does Carnival Panorama sail?
The upcoming Carnival Panorama sailings currently listed cover Mexican Riviera, departing from Long Beach.
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