September 12, 2026
14-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Southampton
From
$3,371
Price / day
$241
Celebrity Apex|Celebrity Eclipse
Celebrity Apex vs Celebrity Eclipse
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Celebrity Apex
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Newer Ship
Celebrity Apex
Built in 2020
10 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Eclipse
$209 / day
$119 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Celebrity Apex vs Celebrity Eclipse: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Apex is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2020, it is 10 years newer than Celebrity Eclipse, which entered service in 2010. Celebrity Apex also carries 60 more passengers. Celebrity Apex has upcoming sailings in Europe, while Celebrity Eclipse has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Celebrity Eclipse 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 Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2020Newer | 2010 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | 121,878 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,910 | 2,850 |
| Space per Passenger | — | 42.8 GT |
| Length | 306 m | 317.14 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Apex vs Celebrity Eclipse
Age
Celebrity Apex was built in 2020, making it 10 years newer than Celebrity Eclipse, which was built in 2010.
Passenger capacity
Celebrity Apex carries up to 2,910 passengers compared with 2,850 aboard Celebrity Eclipse, a difference of 60 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Celebrity Apex and Celebrity Eclipse cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Eclipse has the lower average starting price per day at $209 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 Eclipse
Italy, France & Greece
- Departure Port
- Barcelona
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 11
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 7, 2026Barcelona
- Day 2 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 9, 2026Nice
- Day 4 · Sep 10, 2026Florence/Pisa
- Day 5 · Sep 11, 2026Civitavecchia
- Day 6 · Sep 12, 2026Naples
- Day 7 · Sep 13, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 14, 2026Olympia
- Day 9 · Sep 15, 2026At Sea
- Day 10 · Sep 16, 2026Ephesus
- Day 11 · Sep 17, 2026Santorini
- Day 12 · Sep 18, 2026Piraeus
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 Eclipse
September 7, 2026
11-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$2,924
Price / day
$266
September 18, 2026
10-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$1,523
Price / day
$152
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Celebrity Apex
Average
$328 / day
VS
Celebrity Eclipse
Average
$209 / day
Celebrity Eclipse is currently 36% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$209/day vs $328/day
About $119 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 newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Southampton works for your plans.
Choose Celebrity Eclipse if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Barcelona and Piraeus 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 Celebrity Apex.
Celebrity Apex vs Celebrity Eclipse: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Apex
Built in 2020
10 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Eclipse
$209 / day
About $119 less per day
- Celebrity Apex is 10 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Celebrity Apex carries 60 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Apex or Celebrity Eclipse?
Celebrity Apex is newer. It was built in 2020, while Celebrity Eclipse was built in 2010, making Celebrity Apex 10 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Celebrity Apex has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,910, compared with 2,850 for Celebrity Eclipse.
Which ship is cheaper, Celebrity Apex or Celebrity Eclipse?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Eclipse has the lower average starting price per day at $209 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 Eclipse sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Eclipse sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Barcelona and Piraeus.
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