September 6, 2026
7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from New Orleans
From
$532
Price / day
$76
Carnival Liberty|Carnival Freedom
Carnival Liberty vs Carnival Freedom
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Carnival Liberty
Carnival Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Carnival Freedom
Built in 2007
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Freedom
$76 / day
$5 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Liberty
37 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Liberty vs Carnival Freedom: Quick Comparison
Carnival Freedom is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2007, it is 2 years newer than Carnival Liberty, which entered service in 2005. Carnival Freedom also carries 6 more passengers. Carnival Liberty has upcoming sailings in Western Caribbean and Bahamas, while Carnival Freedom has sailings in Mediterranean and Transatlantic. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Freedom 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 Freedom |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2005 | 2007Newer |
| 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 | 290.2 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Liberty vs Carnival Freedom
Age
Carnival Freedom was built in 2007, making it 2 years newer than Carnival Liberty, which was built in 2005.
Passenger capacity
Carnival Freedom 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 Freedom. 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 Freedom (Mediterranean and Transatlantic) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Freedom has the lower average starting price per day at $76 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 Freedom
8-Day Mediterranean from Barcelona, Spain
- Departure Port
- Barcelona
- Region
- Mediterranean
- Nights
- 8
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Oct 9, 2026Barcelona
- Day 2 · Oct 10, 2026Marseille
- Day 3 · Oct 11, 2026Livorno
- Day 4 · Oct 12, 2026Civitavecchia
- Day 5 · Oct 13, 2026Naples
- Day 6 · Oct 14, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Oct 15, 2026Malta
- Day 8 · Oct 16, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Oct 17, 2026Barcelona
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 Freedom
October 9, 2026
8-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$804
Price / day
$101
October 17, 2026
13-Night Transatlantic Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$662
Price / day
$51
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Liberty
Average
$81 / day
VS
Carnival Freedom
Average
$76 / day
Carnival Freedom has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$76/day vs $81/day
About $5 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 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.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Carnival Freedom.
Choose Carnival Freedom if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Mediterranean and Transatlantic.
- Departing from Barcelona works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Carnival Liberty vs Carnival Freedom: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Freedom
Built in 2007
2 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Freedom
$76 / day
About $5 less per day
- Carnival Freedom is 2 years newer.
- Both ships have the same gross tonnage.
- Carnival Freedom 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 Freedom?
Carnival Freedom is newer. It was built in 2007, while Carnival Liberty was built in 2005, making Carnival Freedom 2 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Carnival Freedom has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,980, compared with 2,974 for Carnival Liberty.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Liberty or Carnival Freedom?
Carnival Liberty has the higher passenger space ratio at 37 GT per passenger, versus 36.9 for Carnival Freedom. 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 Freedom?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Freedom has the lower average starting price per day at $76 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.
Where does Carnival Freedom sail?
The upcoming Carnival Freedom sailings currently listed cover Mediterranean and Transatlantic, departing from Barcelona.
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