September 6, 2026
7-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$469
Price / day
$67
Carnival Splendor|Caribbean Princess
Carnival Splendor vs Caribbean Princess
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Carnival Splendor
Carnival Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Carnival Splendor
Built in 2008
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Splendor
37.6 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Splendor vs Caribbean Princess: Quick Comparison
Carnival Splendor is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2008, it is 4 years newer than Caribbean Princess, which entered service in 2004. Carnival Splendor is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage at 113,300 GT. Caribbean Princess also carries 130 more passengers. Caribbean Princess has upcoming sailings in Caribbean. 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 Splendor | Caribbean Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2008Newer | 2004 |
| Gross Tonnage | 113,300 GT | 112,894 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,012 | 3,142 |
| Space per Passenger | 37.6 GT | 35.9 GT |
| Length | 290.2 m | 289.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Splendor vs Caribbean Princess
Age
Carnival Splendor was built in 2008, making it 4 years newer than Caribbean Princess, which was built in 2004.
Size
At 113,300 GT, Carnival Splendor is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage than Caribbean Princess at 112,894 GT.
Passenger capacity
Caribbean Princess carries up to 3,142 passengers compared with 3,012 aboard Carnival Splendor, a difference of 130 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Splendor offers more space per passenger: 37.6 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 Splendor and Caribbean Princess (Caribbean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
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 Splendor
Caribbean Princess
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 Splendor
Average
$0 / day
VS
Caribbean Princess
Average
$65 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Carnival Splendor if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
Choose Caribbean Princess if…
- 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.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Carnival Splendor.
Carnival Splendor vs Caribbean Princess: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Splendor
Built in 2008
4 years newer
Bigger
Carnival Splendor
113,300 GT
0% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Carnival Splendor is 4 years newer.
- Carnival Splendor is 0% larger by gross tonnage.
- Caribbean Princess carries 130 more passengers.
- Carnival Splendor offers more space per passenger (37.6 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Splendor or Caribbean Princess?
Carnival Splendor is newer. It was built in 2008, while Caribbean Princess was built in 2004, making Carnival Splendor 4 years newer.
Which is bigger, Carnival Splendor or Caribbean Princess?
Carnival Splendor is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 113,300 GT compared with Caribbean Princess at 112,894 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Caribbean Princess has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,142, compared with 3,012 for Carnival Splendor.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Splendor or Caribbean Princess?
Carnival Splendor has the higher passenger space ratio at 37.6 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.
Where does Caribbean Princess sail?
The upcoming Caribbean Princess sailings currently listed cover Caribbean, departing from Port Canaveral.
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