September 5, 2026
8-Night Southern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$724
Price / day
$91
Carnival Vista|Carnival Magic
Carnival Vista vs Carnival Magic
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Carnival Vista
Built in 2016
5 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Magic
$68 / day
$23 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Carnival Magic
35.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Carnival Vista vs Carnival Magic: Quick Comparison
Carnival Vista is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2016, it is 5 years newer than Carnival Magic, which entered service in 2011. Carnival Vista is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage at 133,500 GT. Carnival Vista also carries 244 more passengers. Carnival Vista has upcoming sailings in Southern Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean, 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 Vista | Carnival Magic |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2016Newer | 2011 |
| Gross Tonnage | 133,500 GT | 130,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,934 | 3,690 |
| Space per Passenger | 33.9 GT | 35.2 GT |
| Length | 322 m | 306 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Vista vs Carnival Magic
Age
Carnival Vista was built in 2016, making it 5 years newer than Carnival Magic, which was built in 2011.
Size
At 133,500 GT, Carnival Vista is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage than Carnival Magic at 130,000 GT.
Passenger capacity
Carnival Vista carries up to 3,934 passengers compared with 3,690 aboard Carnival Magic, a difference of 244 passengers.
Passenger space
Carnival Magic offers more space per passenger: 35.2 GT per guest, compared with 33.9 aboard Carnival Vista. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Vista 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 Vista
8-Day Southern Caribbean from Port Canaveral (Orlando), FL
- Departure Port
- Port Canaveral
- Region
- Southern Caribbean
- Nights
- 8
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Port Canaveral
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Aruba
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Curaçao
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Celebration Key™
- Day 9 · Sep 13, 2026Port Canaveral
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 Vista
September 13, 2026
6-Night Eastern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$539
Price / day
$90
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 Vista
Average
$91 / day
VS
Carnival Magic
Average
$68 / day
Carnival Magic is currently 25% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$68/day vs $91/day
About $23 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 Vista 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 Southern Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean.
- Departing from Port Canaveral 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 Vista.
Carnival Vista vs Carnival Magic: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Carnival Vista
Built in 2016
5 years newer
Bigger
Carnival Vista
133,500 GT
3% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Magic
$68 / day
About $23 less per day
- Carnival Vista is 5 years newer.
- Carnival Vista is 3% larger by gross tonnage.
- Carnival Vista carries 244 more passengers.
- Carnival Magic offers more space per passenger (35.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Vista or Carnival Magic?
Carnival Vista is newer. It was built in 2016, while Carnival Magic was built in 2011, making Carnival Vista 5 years newer.
Which is bigger, Carnival Vista or Carnival Magic?
Carnival Vista is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 133,500 GT compared with Carnival Magic at 130,000 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Carnival Vista has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,934, compared with 3,690 for Carnival Magic.
Which ship is more spacious, Carnival Vista or Carnival Magic?
Carnival Magic has the higher passenger space ratio at 35.2 GT per passenger, versus 33.9 for Carnival Vista. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Vista or Carnival Magic?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Magic has the lower average starting price per day at $68 per day versus $91 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Carnival Vista sail?
The upcoming Carnival Vista sailings currently listed cover Southern Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean, departing from Port Canaveral.
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