September 5, 2026
5-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from New Orleans
From
$477
Price / day
$95
Carnival Valor|Carnival Liberty
Carnival Valor vs Carnival Liberty
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Carnival Valor
Carnival Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Carnival Liberty
Built in 2005
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Liberty
$81 / day
$31 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Liberty
37 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Valor vs Carnival Liberty: Quick Comparison
Carnival Liberty is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2005, it is 1 year newer than Carnival Valor, which entered service in 2004. Carnival Valor also carries 6 more passengers. Carnival Valor has upcoming sailings in Western Caribbean, while Carnival Liberty has sailings in Western Caribbean and Bahamas. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Liberty 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 Valor | Carnival Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2004 | 2005Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 110,000 GT | 110,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,980 | 2,974 |
| Space per Passenger | 36.9 GT | 37 GT |
| Length | 290.2 m | 290.2 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Valor vs Carnival Liberty
Age
Carnival Liberty was built in 2005, making it 1 year newer than Carnival Valor, which was built in 2004.
Passenger capacity
Carnival Valor carries up to 2,980 passengers compared with 2,974 aboard Carnival Liberty, a difference of 6 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Liberty offers more space per passenger: 37 GT per guest, compared with 36.9 aboard Carnival Valor. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Valor and Carnival Liberty cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Liberty has the lower average starting price per day at $81 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 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 Valor
September 10, 2026
4-Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Departing from New Orleans
From
$514
Price / day
$129
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 Valor
Average
$112 / day
VS
Carnival Liberty
Average
$81 / day
Carnival Liberty is currently 28% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$81/day vs $112/day
About $31 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 Valor if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Western Caribbean.
- Departing from New Orleans works for your plans.
- 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 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.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Carnival Valor vs Carnival Liberty: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Liberty
Built in 2005
1 year newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Liberty
$81 / day
About $31 less per day
- Carnival Liberty is 1 year newer.
- Both ships have the same gross tonnage.
- Carnival Valor carries 6 more passengers.
- Carnival Liberty offers more space per passenger (37 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Valor or Carnival Liberty?
Carnival Liberty is newer. It was built in 2005, while Carnival Valor was built in 2004, making Carnival Liberty 1 year newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Carnival Valor has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,980, compared with 2,974 for Carnival Liberty.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Valor or Carnival Liberty?
Carnival Liberty has the higher passenger space ratio at 37 GT per passenger, versus 36.9 for Carnival Valor. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Valor or Carnival Liberty?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Liberty has the lower average starting price per day at $81 per day versus $112 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 Liberty sail?
The upcoming Carnival Liberty sailings currently listed cover Western Caribbean and Bahamas, departing from New Orleans.
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