September 2, 2026
8-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from New York
From
$790
Price / day
$99
Carnival Venezia|Carnival Magic
Carnival Venezia vs Carnival Magic
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
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Newer Ship
Carnival Venezia
Built in 2019
8 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Magic
$68 / day
$69 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Magic
35.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Venezia vs Carnival Magic: Quick Comparison
Carnival Venezia is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2019, it is 8 years newer than Carnival Magic, which entered service in 2011. Carnival Venezia is approximately 4% larger by gross tonnage at 135,500 GT. Carnival Venezia also carries 542 more passengers. Carnival Venezia has upcoming sailings in Eastern Caribbean and Bermuda, while Carnival Magic has sailings in Eastern Caribbean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Magic 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 Venezia | Carnival Magic |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2019Newer | 2011 |
| Gross Tonnage | 135,500 GT | 130,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 4,232 | 3,690 |
| Space per Passenger | 32 GT | 35.2 GT |
| Length | 323 m | 306 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Venezia vs Carnival Magic
Age
Carnival Venezia was built in 2019, making it 8 years newer than Carnival Magic, which was built in 2011.
Size
At 135,500 GT, Carnival Venezia is approximately 4% larger by gross tonnage than Carnival Magic at 130,000 GT.
Passenger capacity
Carnival Venezia carries up to 4,232 passengers compared with 3,690 aboard Carnival Magic, a difference of 542 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Magic offers more space per passenger: 35.2 GT per guest, compared with 32 aboard Carnival Venezia. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Venezia and Carnival Magic cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Magic has the lower average starting price per day at $68 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Carnival Venezia
8-Day Eastern Caribbean from Manhattan, New York City, NY
- Departure Port
- New York
- Region
- Eastern Caribbean
- Nights
- 8
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 2, 2026New York
- Day 2 · Sep 3, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 4, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 5, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 5 · Sep 6, 2026RelaxAway
- Day 6 · Sep 7, 2026Grand Turk
- Day 7 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Sep 10, 2026New York
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Carnival Magic
8-Day Eastern Caribbean from Miami, FL
- Departure Port
- Miami
- Region
- Eastern Caribbean
- Nights
- 8
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Miami
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Princess Cays
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026San Juan
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026St. Maarten
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026St Thomas
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Sep 13, 2026Miami
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Carnival Venezia
September 10, 2026
4-Night Bermuda Cruise
Departing from New York
From
$699
Price / day
$175
Carnival Magic
September 5, 2026
8-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$533
Price / day
$67
September 13, 2026
6-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$414
Price / day
$69
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Venezia
Average
$137 / day
VS
Carnival Magic
Average
$68 / day
Carnival Magic is currently 50% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$68/day vs $137/day
About $69 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 Venezia if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Eastern Caribbean and Bermuda.
- Departing from New York works for your plans.
Choose Carnival Magic if…
- 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 Eastern Caribbean.
- 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 Venezia.
Carnival Venezia vs Carnival Magic: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Venezia
Built in 2019
8 years newer
Bigger
Carnival Venezia
135,500 GT
4% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Magic
$68 / day
About $69 less per day
- Carnival Venezia is 8 years newer.
- Carnival Venezia is 4% larger by gross tonnage.
- Carnival Venezia carries 542 more passengers.
- Carnival Magic offers more space per passenger (35.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Venezia or Carnival Magic?
Carnival Venezia is newer. It was built in 2019, while Carnival Magic was built in 2011, making Carnival Venezia 8 years newer.
Which is bigger, Carnival Venezia or Carnival Magic?
Carnival Venezia is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 135,500 GT compared with Carnival Magic at 130,000 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Carnival Venezia has a passenger capacity of approximately 4,232, compared with 3,690 for Carnival Magic.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Venezia or Carnival Magic?
Carnival Magic has the higher passenger space ratio at 35.2 GT per passenger, versus 32 for Carnival Venezia. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Venezia or Carnival Magic?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Magic has the lower average starting price per day at $68 per day versus $137 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Venezia sail?
The upcoming Carnival Venezia sailings currently listed cover Eastern Caribbean and Bermuda, departing from New York.
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