September 5, 2026
8-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$533
Price / day
$67
Carnival Magic|Carnival Breeze
Carnival Magic vs Carnival Breeze
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Carnival Magic
Carnival Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Carnival Breeze
Built in 2012
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Magic
$68 / day
$70 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Carnival Magic vs Carnival Breeze: Quick Comparison
Carnival Breeze is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2012, it is 1 year newer than Carnival Magic, which entered service in 2011. Carnival Magic has upcoming sailings in Eastern Caribbean, while Carnival Breeze has sailings in Western Caribbean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Magic 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 Magic | Carnival Breeze |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2011 | 2012Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 130,000 GT | 130,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,690 | 3,690 |
| Space per Passenger | 35.2 GT | 35.2 GT |
| Length | 306 m | 305.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Magic vs Carnival Breeze
Age
Carnival Breeze was built in 2012, making it 1 year newer than Carnival Magic, which was built in 2011.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Magic (Eastern Caribbean) and Carnival Breeze (Western Caribbean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Magic has the lower average starting price per day at $68 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Magic
8-Day Eastern Caribbean from Miami, FL
- Departure Port
- Miami
- Region
- Eastern Caribbean
- Nights
- 8
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Miami
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Princess Cays
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026San Juan
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026St. Maarten
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026St Thomas
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Sep 13, 2026Miami
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Carnival Breeze
4-Day Western Caribbean from Galveston, TX
- Departure Port
- Galveston
- Region
- Western Caribbean
- Nights
- 4
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 3, 2026Galveston
- Day 2 · Sep 4, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 5, 2026Cozumel
- Day 4 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 7, 2026Galveston
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Magic
September 13, 2026
6-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$414
Price / day
$69
Carnival Breeze
September 3, 2026
4-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Galveston
From
$719
Price / day
$180
September 7, 2026
5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Galveston
From
$475
Price / day
$95
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Magic
Average
$68 / day
VS
Carnival Breeze
Average
$138 / day
Carnival Magic has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$68/day vs $138/day
About $70 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 Magic if…
- You want to sail in Eastern Caribbean.
- Departing from Miami 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 Breeze.
Choose Carnival Breeze if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You want to sail in Western Caribbean.
- Departing from Galveston works for your plans.
Carnival Magic vs Carnival Breeze: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Breeze
Built in 2012
1 year newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Magic
$68 / day
About $70 less per day
- Carnival Breeze is 1 year newer.
- Both ships have the same gross tonnage.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Magic or Carnival Breeze?
Carnival Breeze is newer. It was built in 2012, while Carnival Magic was built in 2011, making Carnival Breeze 1 year newer.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Magic or Carnival Breeze?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Magic has the lower average starting price per day at $68 per day versus $138 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Magic sail?
The upcoming Carnival Magic sailings currently listed cover Eastern Caribbean, departing from Miami.
Where does Carnival Breeze sail?
The upcoming Carnival Breeze sailings currently listed cover Western Caribbean, departing from Galveston.
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