September 5, 2026
5-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$364
Price / day
$73
Carnival Sunrise|Carnival Liberty
Carnival Sunrise vs Carnival Liberty
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Carnival Sunrise
Carnival Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Carnival Liberty
Built in 2005
6 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Sunrise
$77 / day
$4 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Liberty
37 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Sunrise vs Carnival Liberty: Quick Comparison
Carnival Liberty is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2005, it is 6 years newer than Carnival Sunrise, which entered service in 1999. Carnival Liberty is approximately 8% larger by gross tonnage at 110,000 GT. Carnival Sunrise also carries 10 more passengers. Carnival Sunrise has upcoming sailings in Bahamas, while Carnival Liberty has sailings in Western Caribbean and 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 Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1999 | 2005Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 101,509 GT | 110,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,984 | 2,974 |
| Space per Passenger | 34 GT | 37 GT |
| Length | 272.82 m | 290.2 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Sunrise vs Carnival Liberty
Age
Carnival Liberty was built in 2005, making it 6 years newer than Carnival Sunrise, which was built in 1999.
Size
At 110,000 GT, Carnival Liberty 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 2,974 aboard Carnival Liberty, a difference of 10 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Liberty offers more space per passenger: 37 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 Liberty 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 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.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Sunrise
September 10, 2026
4-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$321
Price / day
$80
Carnival Liberty
September 6, 2026
7-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from New Orleans
From
$532
Price / day
$76
September 13, 2026
7-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from New Orleans
From
$592
Price / day
$85
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Sunrise
Average
$77 / day
VS
Carnival Liberty
Average
$81 / day
Carnival Sunrise is currently 5% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$77/day vs $81/day
About $4 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 Liberty.
Choose Carnival Liberty 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 Western Caribbean and Bahamas.
- Departing from New Orleans works for your plans.
Carnival Sunrise vs Carnival Liberty: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Liberty
Built in 2005
6 years newer
Bigger
Carnival Liberty
110,000 GT
8% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Sunrise
$77 / day
About $4 less per day
- Carnival Liberty is 6 years newer.
- Carnival Liberty is 8% larger by gross tonnage.
- Carnival Sunrise carries 10 more passengers.
- Carnival Liberty offers more space per passenger (37 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Sunrise or Carnival Liberty?
Carnival Liberty is newer. It was built in 2005, while Carnival Sunrise was built in 1999, making Carnival Liberty 6 years newer.
Which is bigger, Carnival Sunrise or Carnival Liberty?
Carnival Liberty 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 2,974 for Carnival Liberty.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Sunrise or Carnival Liberty?
Carnival Liberty has the higher passenger space ratio at 37 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 Liberty?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Sunrise has the lower average starting price per day at $77 per day versus $81 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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