September 5, 2026
8-Night Southern Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$724
Price / day
$91
Carnival Vista|Sun Princess
Carnival Vista vs Sun Princess
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Carnival Vista
Carnival Cruise Line
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Sun Princess
Carnival Cruise Line
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Sun Princess
Built in 2024
8 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Vista
$91 / day
$95 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Carnival Vista vs Sun Princess: Quick Comparison
Sun Princess is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2024, it is 8 years newer than Carnival Vista, which entered service in 2016. Sun Princess also carries 366 more passengers. Carnival Vista has upcoming sailings in Southern Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean, while Sun Princess has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Carnival Vista 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 Vista | Sun Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2016 | 2024Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 133,500 GT | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,934 | 4,300 |
| Space per Passenger | 33.9 GT | — |
| Length | 322 m | 345 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Carnival Vista vs Sun Princess
Age
Sun Princess was built in 2024, making it 8 years newer than Carnival Vista, which was built in 2016.
Passenger capacity
Sun Princess carries up to 4,300 passengers compared with 3,934 aboard Carnival Vista, a difference of 366 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Carnival Vista (Southern Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean) and Sun Princess (Europe) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Vista has the lower average starting price per day at $91 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.
Sun Princess
Western Mediterranean with Italy
- Departure Port
- Barcelona
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 19, 2026Barcelona
- Day 2 · Sep 20, 2026Ibiza
- Day 3 · Sep 21, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 22, 2026Corsica
- Day 5 · Sep 23, 2026Marseille
- Day 6 · Sep 24, 2026Genoa
- Day 7 · Sep 25, 2026La Spezia
- Day 8 · Sep 26, 2026Civitavecchia
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
Sun Princess
September 19, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$1,169
Price / day
$167
October 17, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$1,431
Price / day
$204
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Carnival Vista
Average
$91 / day
VS
Sun Princess
Average
$186 / day
Carnival Vista has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$91/day vs $186/day
About $95 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 Vista if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Southern Caribbean and Eastern Caribbean.
- Departing from Port Canaveral 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 Sun Princess.
Choose Sun Princess if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Barcelona and Civitavecchia works for your plans.
Carnival Vista vs Sun Princess: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Sun Princess
Built in 2024
8 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Carnival Vista
$91 / day
About $95 less per day
- Sun Princess is 8 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Sun Princess carries 366 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Carnival Vista or Sun Princess?
Sun Princess is newer. It was built in 2024, while Carnival Vista was built in 2016, making Sun Princess 8 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Sun Princess has a passenger capacity of approximately 4,300, compared with 3,934 for Carnival Vista.
Which ship is cheaper, Carnival Vista or Sun Princess?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Carnival Vista has the lower average starting price per day at $91 per day versus $186 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.
Where does Sun Princess sail?
The upcoming Sun Princess sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Barcelona and Civitavecchia.
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