September 6, 2026
7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from New Orleans
From
$532
Price / day
$76
Carnival Liberty|Carnival Conquest
Carnival Liberty vs Carnival Conquest
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
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Liberty
$81 / day
$154 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Liberty
37 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Liberty vs Carnival Conquest: Quick Comparison
Carnival Liberty is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2005, it is 3 years newer than Carnival Conquest, which entered service in 2002. Carnival Conquest also carries 6 more passengers. Carnival Liberty has upcoming sailings in Western Caribbean and Bahamas, while Carnival Conquest has sailings in Bahamas. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Liberty 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 | Carnival Conquest |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2005Newer | 2002 |
| Gross Tonnage | 110,000 GT | 110,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,974 | 2,980 |
| Space per Passenger | 37 GT | 36.9 GT |
| Length | 290.2 m | 290.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Liberty vs Carnival Conquest
Age
Carnival Liberty was built in 2005, making it 3 years newer than Carnival Conquest, which was built in 2002.
Passenger capacity
Carnival Conquest carries up to 2,980 passengers compared with 2,974 aboard Carnival Liberty, a difference of 6 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Liberty offers more space per passenger: 37 GT per guest, compared with 36.9 aboard Carnival Conquest. 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 Carnival Conquest (Bahamas) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Liberty has the lower average starting price per day at $81 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.
Carnival Conquest
3-Day The Bahamas from Miami, FL
- Departure Port
- Miami
- Region
- Bahamas
- Nights
- 3
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Miami
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Miami
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
Carnival Conquest
September 4, 2026
3-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$1,263
Price / day
$421
September 7, 2026
4-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$191
Price / day
$48
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Liberty
Average
$81 / day
VS
Carnival Conquest
Average
$235 / day
Carnival Liberty has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$81/day vs $235/day
About $154 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.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Choose Carnival Conquest if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Bahamas.
- Departing from Miami works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Carnival Liberty.
Carnival Liberty vs Carnival Conquest: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Liberty
Built in 2005
3 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Liberty
$81 / day
About $154 less per day
- Carnival Liberty is 3 years newer.
- Both ships have the same gross tonnage.
- Carnival Conquest carries 6 more passengers.
- Carnival Liberty offers more space per passenger (37 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Liberty or Carnival Conquest?
Carnival Liberty is newer. It was built in 2005, while Carnival Conquest was built in 2002, making Carnival Liberty 3 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Carnival Conquest has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,980, compared with 2,974 for Carnival Liberty.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Liberty or Carnival Conquest?
Carnival Liberty has the higher passenger space ratio at 37 GT per passenger, versus 36.9 for Carnival Conquest. 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 Carnival Conquest?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Liberty has the lower average starting price per day at $81 per day versus $235 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.
Where does Carnival Conquest sail?
The upcoming Carnival Conquest sailings currently listed cover Bahamas, departing from Miami.
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