September 5, 2026
5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from New Orleans
From
$477
Price / day
$95
Carnival Valor|Carnival Conquest
Carnival Valor vs Carnival Conquest
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Carnival Valor
Built in 2004
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Valor
$112 / day
$123 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Carnival Valor vs Carnival Conquest: Quick Comparison
Carnival Valor is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2004, it is 2 years newer than Carnival Conquest, which entered service in 2002. Carnival Valor has upcoming sailings in Western Caribbean, while Carnival Conquest has sailings in Bahamas. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Valor 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 Valor | Carnival Conquest |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2004Newer | 2002 |
| Gross Tonnage | 110,000 GT | 110,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,980 | 2,980 |
| Space per Passenger | 36.9 GT | 36.9 GT |
| Length | 290.2 m | 290.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Valor vs Carnival Conquest
Age
Carnival Valor was built in 2004, making it 2 years newer than Carnival Conquest, which was built in 2002.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Valor (Western Caribbean) and Carnival Conquest (Bahamas) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Valor has the lower average starting price per day at $112 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Valor
5-Day Western Caribbean from New Orleans, LA
- Departure Port
- New Orleans
- Region
- Western Caribbean
- Nights
- 5
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026New Orleans
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Cozumel
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Progreso
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026New Orleans
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 Valor
September 10, 2026
4-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from New Orleans
From
$514
Price / day
$129
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 Valor
Average
$112 / day
VS
Carnival Conquest
Average
$235 / day
Carnival Valor has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$112/day vs $235/day
About $123 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 Valor if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You want to sail in Western Caribbean.
- Departing from New Orleans works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Choose Carnival Conquest if…
- You want to sail in Bahamas.
- Departing from Miami works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Carnival Valor.
Carnival Valor vs Carnival Conquest: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Valor
Built in 2004
2 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Valor
$112 / day
About $123 less per day
- Carnival Valor is 2 years newer.
- Both ships have the same gross tonnage.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Valor or Carnival Conquest?
Carnival Valor is newer. It was built in 2004, while Carnival Conquest was built in 2002, making Carnival Valor 2 years newer.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Valor or Carnival Conquest?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Valor has the lower average starting price per day at $112 per day versus $235 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Valor sail?
The upcoming Carnival Valor sailings currently listed cover Western Caribbean, departing from New Orleans.
Where does Carnival Conquest sail?
The upcoming Carnival Conquest sailings currently listed cover Bahamas, departing from Miami.
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