September 5, 2026
7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Galveston
From
$651
Price / day
$93
Carnival Jubilee|Sun Princess
Carnival Jubilee vs Sun Princess
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Carnival Jubilee
Carnival Cruise Line
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Sun Princess
Carnival Cruise Line
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Sun Princess
Built in 2024
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Jubilee
$91 / day
$95 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Carnival Jubilee vs Sun Princess: Quick Comparison
Sun Princess is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2024, it is 1 year newer than Carnival Jubilee, which entered service in 2023. Carnival Jubilee also carries 928 more passengers. Carnival Jubilee has upcoming sailings in Western Caribbean, while Sun Princess has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Jubilee 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 | Sun Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2023 | 2024Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | — | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 5,228 | 4,300 |
| Space per Passenger | — | — |
| Length | 345320.1 m | 345 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Jubilee vs Sun Princess
Age
Sun Princess was built in 2024, making it 1 year newer than Carnival Jubilee, which was built in 2023.
Passenger capacity
Carnival Jubilee carries up to 5,228 passengers compared with 4,300 aboard Sun Princess, a difference of 928 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Jubilee (Western Caribbean) and Sun Princess (Europe) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Jubilee has the lower average starting price per day at $91 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.
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 Jubilee
September 12, 2026
7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Galveston
From
$616
Price / day
$88
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 Jubilee
Average
$91 / day
VS
Sun Princess
Average
$186 / day
Carnival Jubilee has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$91/day vs $186/day
About $95 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 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.
- 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 prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Barcelona and Civitavecchia works for your plans.
Carnival Jubilee vs Sun Princess: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Sun Princess
Built in 2024
1 year newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Jubilee
$91 / day
About $95 less per day
- Sun Princess is 1 year newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Carnival Jubilee carries 928 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Jubilee or Sun Princess?
Sun Princess is newer. It was built in 2024, while Carnival Jubilee was built in 2023, making Sun Princess 1 year newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Carnival Jubilee has a passenger capacity of approximately 5,228, compared with 4,300 for Sun Princess.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Jubilee or Sun Princess?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Jubilee has the lower average starting price per day at $91 per day versus $186 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 Sun Princess sail?
The upcoming Sun Princess sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Barcelona and Civitavecchia.
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