September 12, 2026
14-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Southampton
From
$3,371
Price / day
$241
Celebrity Apex|Celebrity Ascent
Celebrity Apex vs Celebrity Ascent
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Celebrity Apex
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Newer Ship
Celebrity Ascent
Built in 2023
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Ascent
$234 / day
$94 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Celebrity Apex vs Celebrity Ascent: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Ascent is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2023, it is 3 years newer than Celebrity Apex, which entered service in 2020. Celebrity Ascent also carries 821 more passengers. Celebrity Apex has upcoming sailings in Europe, while Celebrity Ascent has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Celebrity Ascent 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 | Celebrity Apex | Celebrity Ascent |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2020 | 2023Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | — | 141,420 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,910 | 3,731 |
| Space per Passenger | — | 37.9 GT |
| Length | 306 m | 326.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Apex vs Celebrity Ascent
Age
Celebrity Ascent was built in 2023, making it 3 years newer than Celebrity Apex, which was built in 2020.
Passenger capacity
Celebrity Ascent carries up to 3,731 passengers compared with 2,910 aboard Celebrity Apex, a difference of 821 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Celebrity Apex and Celebrity Ascent cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Ascent has the lower average starting price per day at $234 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Celebrity Apex
Mediterranean, Italy & Spain
- Departure Port
- Southampton
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 14
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 12, 2026Southampton
- Day 2 · Sep 13, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 14, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 15, 2026Seville
- Day 5 · Sep 16, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 17, 2026Cagliari
- Day 7 · Sep 18, 2026Civitavecchia
- Day 8 · Sep 19, 2026Florence/Pisa
- Day 9 · Sep 20, 2026Nice
- Day 10 · Sep 21, 2026Barcelona
- Day 11 · Sep 22, 2026At Sea
- Day 12 · Sep 23, 2026At Sea
- Day 13 · Sep 24, 2026La Coruna
- Day 14 · Sep 25, 2026At Sea
- Day 15 · Sep 26, 2026Southampton
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Celebrity Ascent
Greece, Turkey & Italy
- Departure Port
- Civitavecchia
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 11
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 7, 2026Civitavecchia
- Day 2 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 9, 2026Chania
- Day 4 · Sep 10, 2026Ephesus
- Day 5 · Sep 11, 2026Istanbul
- Day 6 · Sep 12, 2026Istanbul
- Day 7 · Sep 13, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 14, 2026Santorini
- Day 9 · Sep 15, 2026Mykonos
- Day 10 · Sep 16, 2026At Sea
- Day 11 · Sep 17, 2026Naples
- Day 12 · Sep 18, 2026Civitavecchia
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Celebrity Apex
September 26, 2026
11-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Southampton
From
$4,555
Price / day
$414
Celebrity Ascent
September 7, 2026
11-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$2,470
Price / day
$225
September 18, 2026
10-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$2,428
Price / day
$243
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Celebrity Apex
Average
$328 / day
VS
Celebrity Ascent
Average
$234 / day
Celebrity Ascent is currently 29% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$234/day vs $328/day
About $94 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 Celebrity Apex if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Southampton works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Celebrity Ascent.
Choose Celebrity Ascent 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 Civitavecchia works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Celebrity Apex vs Celebrity Ascent: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Ascent
Built in 2023
3 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Ascent
$234 / day
About $94 less per day
- Celebrity Ascent is 3 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Celebrity Ascent carries 821 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Apex or Celebrity Ascent?
Celebrity Ascent is newer. It was built in 2023, while Celebrity Apex was built in 2020, making Celebrity Ascent 3 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Celebrity Ascent has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,731, compared with 2,910 for Celebrity Apex.
Which ship is cheaper, Celebrity Apex or Celebrity Ascent?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Ascent has the lower average starting price per day at $234 per day versus $328 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Celebrity Apex sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Apex sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Southampton.
Where does Celebrity Ascent sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Ascent sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Civitavecchia.
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