September 5, 2026
5-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$364
Price / day
$73
Carnival Sunrise|Carnival Conquest
Carnival Sunrise vs Carnival Conquest
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Carnival Conquest
Built in 2002
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Sunrise
$77 / day
$158 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Conquest
36.9 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Sunrise vs Carnival Conquest: Quick Comparison
Carnival Conquest is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2002, it is 3 years newer than Carnival Sunrise, which entered service in 1999. Carnival Conquest is approximately 8% larger by gross tonnage at 110,000 GT. Carnival Sunrise also carries 4 more passengers. Carnival Sunrise has upcoming sailings in Bahamas, while Carnival Conquest has sailings in Bahamas. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Sunrise has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover a similar region and trip length, so the price per day figures are reasonably close to like-for-like. 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 Sunrise | Carnival Conquest |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1999 | 2002Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 101,509 GT | 110,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,984 | 2,980 |
| Space per Passenger | 34 GT | 36.9 GT |
| Length | 272.82 m | 290.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Sunrise vs Carnival Conquest
Age
Carnival Conquest was built in 2002, making it 3 years newer than Carnival Sunrise, which was built in 1999.
Size
At 110,000 GT, Carnival Conquest is approximately 8% larger by gross tonnage than Carnival Sunrise at 101,509 GT.
Passenger capacity
Carnival Sunrise carries up to 2,984 passengers compared with 2,980 aboard Carnival Conquest, a difference of 4 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Conquest offers more space per passenger: 36.9 GT per guest, compared with 34 aboard Carnival Sunrise. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Sunrise and Carnival Conquest cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Sunrise has the lower average starting price per day at $77 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Sunrise
5-Day The Bahamas from Miami, FL
- Departure Port
- Miami
- Region
- Bahamas
- Nights
- 5
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Miami
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026RelaxAway
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Nassau
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Miami
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 Sunrise
September 10, 2026
4-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$321
Price / day
$80
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 Sunrise
Average
$77 / day
VS
Carnival Conquest
Average
$235 / day
Carnival Sunrise is currently 67% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$77/day vs $235/day
About $158 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Carnival Sunrise 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.
- 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 Conquest.
Choose Carnival Conquest 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).
- You want to sail in Bahamas.
- Departing from Miami works for your plans.
Carnival Sunrise vs Carnival Conquest: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Conquest
Built in 2002
3 years newer
Bigger
Carnival Conquest
110,000 GT
8% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Sunrise
$77 / day
About $158 less per day
- Carnival Conquest is 3 years newer.
- Carnival Conquest is 8% larger by gross tonnage.
- Carnival Sunrise carries 4 more passengers.
- Carnival Conquest offers more space per passenger (36.9 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Sunrise or Carnival Conquest?
Carnival Conquest is newer. It was built in 2002, while Carnival Sunrise was built in 1999, making Carnival Conquest 3 years newer.
Which is bigger, Carnival Sunrise or Carnival Conquest?
Carnival Conquest is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 110,000 GT compared with Carnival Sunrise at 101,509 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Carnival Sunrise has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,984, compared with 2,980 for Carnival Conquest.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Sunrise or Carnival Conquest?
Carnival Conquest has the higher passenger space ratio at 36.9 GT per passenger, versus 34 for Carnival Sunrise. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Sunrise or Carnival Conquest?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Sunrise has the lower average starting price per day at $77 per day versus $235 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Sunrise sail?
The upcoming Carnival Sunrise sailings currently listed cover Bahamas, departing from Miami.
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