September 6, 2026
7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from New Orleans
From
$532
Price / day
$76
Carnival Liberty|Caribbean Princess
Carnival Liberty vs Caribbean Princess
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Carnival Liberty
Carnival Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Carnival Liberty
Built in 2005
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Caribbean Princess
$65 / day
$16 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Liberty
37 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Liberty vs Caribbean Princess: Quick Comparison
Carnival Liberty is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2005, it is 1 year newer than Caribbean Princess, which entered service in 2004. Caribbean Princess is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage at 112,894 GT. Caribbean Princess also carries 168 more passengers. Carnival Liberty has upcoming sailings in Western Caribbean and Bahamas, while Caribbean Princess has sailings in Caribbean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Caribbean Princess 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 Liberty | Caribbean Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2005Newer | 2004 |
| Gross Tonnage | 110,000 GT | 112,894 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,974 | 3,142 |
| Space per Passenger | 37 GT | 35.9 GT |
| Length | 290.2 m | 289.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Liberty vs Caribbean Princess
Age
Carnival Liberty was built in 2005, making it 1 year newer than Caribbean Princess, which was built in 2004.
Size
At 112,894 GT, Caribbean Princess is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage than Carnival Liberty at 110,000 GT.
Passenger capacity
Caribbean Princess carries up to 3,142 passengers compared with 2,974 aboard Carnival Liberty, a difference of 168 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Liberty offers more space per passenger: 37 GT per guest, compared with 35.9 aboard Caribbean Princess. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Liberty (Western Caribbean and Bahamas) and Caribbean Princess (Caribbean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Caribbean Princess has the lower average starting price per day at $65 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Liberty
7-Day Western Caribbean from New Orleans, LA
- Departure Port
- New Orleans
- Region
- Western Caribbean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026New Orleans
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Isla Tropicale
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Belize
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Cozumel
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026New Orleans
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Caribbean Princess
Eastern Caribbean with Puerto Rico
- Departure Port
- Port Canaveral
- Region
- Caribbean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Port Canaveral
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Grand Turk
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Amber Cove
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026San Juan
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Port Canaveral
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Liberty
September 13, 2026
7-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from New Orleans
From
$592
Price / day
$85
Caribbean Princess
September 6, 2026
7-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$469
Price / day
$67
September 13, 2026
7-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$432
Price / day
$62
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Liberty
Average
$81 / day
VS
Caribbean Princess
Average
$65 / day
Caribbean Princess has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$65/day vs $81/day
About $16 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 Liberty if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- 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 Bahamas.
- Departing from New Orleans works for your plans.
Choose Caribbean Princess if…
- 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 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 Liberty.
Carnival Liberty vs Caribbean Princess: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Liberty
Built in 2005
1 year newer
Bigger
Caribbean Princess
112,894 GT
3% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Caribbean Princess
$65 / day
About $16 less per day
- Carnival Liberty is 1 year newer.
- Caribbean Princess is 3% larger by gross tonnage.
- Caribbean Princess carries 168 more passengers.
- Carnival Liberty offers more space per passenger (37 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Liberty or Caribbean Princess?
Carnival Liberty is newer. It was built in 2005, while Caribbean Princess was built in 2004, making Carnival Liberty 1 year newer.
Which is bigger, Carnival Liberty or Caribbean Princess?
Caribbean Princess is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 112,894 GT compared with Carnival Liberty at 110,000 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Caribbean Princess has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,142, compared with 2,974 for Carnival Liberty.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Liberty or Caribbean Princess?
Carnival Liberty has the higher passenger space ratio at 37 GT per passenger, versus 35.9 for Caribbean Princess. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Liberty or Caribbean Princess?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Caribbean Princess has the lower average starting price per day at $65 per day versus $81 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Liberty sail?
The upcoming Carnival Liberty sailings currently listed cover Western Caribbean and Bahamas, departing from New Orleans.
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