September 10, 2026
10-Night Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier Cruise
Departing from San Francisco
From
$1,150
Price / day
$115
Carnival Luminosa|Costa Mediterranea
Carnival Luminosa vs Costa Mediterranea
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Carnival Luminosa
Built in 2009
6 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Luminosa
32.8 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Luminosa vs Costa Mediterranea: Quick Comparison
Carnival Luminosa is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2009, it is 6 years newer than Costa Mediterranea, which entered service in 2003. Carnival Luminosa is approximately 8% larger by gross tonnage at 92,720 GT. Carnival Luminosa also carries 146 more passengers. Carnival Luminosa has upcoming sailings in Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier and Alaska & Japan Transpacific. 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 Luminosa | Costa Mediterranea |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2009Newer | 2003 |
| Gross Tonnage | 92,720 GT | 85,619 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,826 | 2,680 |
| Space per Passenger | 32.8 GT | 31.9 GT |
| Length | 294 m | 292.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Luminosa vs Costa Mediterranea
Age
Carnival Luminosa was built in 2009, making it 6 years newer than Costa Mediterranea, which was built in 2003.
Size
At 92,720 GT, Carnival Luminosa is approximately 8% larger by gross tonnage than Costa Mediterranea at 85,619 GT.
Passenger capacity
Carnival Luminosa carries up to 2,826 passengers compared with 2,680 aboard Costa Mediterranea, a difference of 146 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Luminosa offers more space per passenger: 32.8 GT per guest, compared with 31.9 aboard Costa Mediterranea. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Luminosa (Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier and Alaska & Japan Transpacific) and Costa Mediterranea currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Luminosa
10-Day Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier from San Francisco, CA
- Departure Port
- San Francisco
- Region
- Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier
- Nights
- 10
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 10, 2026San Francisco
- Day 2 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 13, 2026Juneau
- Day 5 · Sep 14, 2026Skagway
- Day 6 · Sep 15, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 16, 2026Ketchikan
- Day 8 · Sep 17, 2026Prince Rupert
- Day 9 · Sep 18, 2026At Sea
- Day 10 · Sep 19, 2026At Sea
- Day 11 · Sep 20, 2026San Francisco
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Luminosa
September 20, 2026
18-Night Alaska & Japan Transpacific Cruise
Departing from San Francisco
From
$1,729
Price / day
$96
Costa Mediterranea
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Luminosa
Average
$106 / day
VS
Costa Mediterranea
Average
$0 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Carnival Luminosa if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier and Alaska & Japan Transpacific.
- Departing from San Francisco works for your plans.
Choose Costa Mediterranea if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Carnival Luminosa.
Carnival Luminosa vs Costa Mediterranea: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Luminosa
Built in 2009
6 years newer
Bigger
Carnival Luminosa
92,720 GT
8% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Carnival Luminosa is 6 years newer.
- Carnival Luminosa is 8% larger by gross tonnage.
- Carnival Luminosa carries 146 more passengers.
- Carnival Luminosa offers more space per passenger (32.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Luminosa or Costa Mediterranea?
Carnival Luminosa is newer. It was built in 2009, while Costa Mediterranea was built in 2003, making Carnival Luminosa 6 years newer.
Which is bigger, Carnival Luminosa or Costa Mediterranea?
Carnival Luminosa is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 92,720 GT compared with Costa Mediterranea at 85,619 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Carnival Luminosa has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,826, compared with 2,680 for Costa Mediterranea.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Luminosa or Costa Mediterranea?
Carnival Luminosa has the higher passenger space ratio at 32.8 GT per passenger, versus 31.9 for Costa Mediterranea. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Carnival Luminosa sail?
The upcoming Carnival Luminosa sailings currently listed cover Alaska Inside Passage & Glacier and Alaska & Japan Transpacific, departing from San Francisco.
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