September 12, 2026
14-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Southampton
From
$3,371
Price / day
$241
Celebrity Apex|Celebrity Edge
Celebrity Apex vs Celebrity Edge
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Celebrity Apex
Built in 2020
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Edge
$214 / day
$114 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Celebrity Apex vs Celebrity Edge: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Apex is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2020, it is 2 years newer than Celebrity Edge, which entered service in 2018. Celebrity Edge also carries 8 more passengers. Celebrity Apex has upcoming sailings in Europe, while Celebrity Edge has sailings in Alaska. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Celebrity Edge 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 | Celebrity Apex | Celebrity Edge |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2020Newer | 2018 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | 130,818 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,910 | 2,918 |
| Space per Passenger | — | 44.8 GT |
| Length | 306 m | 306 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Apex vs Celebrity Edge
Age
Celebrity Apex was built in 2020, making it 2 years newer than Celebrity Edge, which was built in 2018.
Passenger capacity
Celebrity Edge carries up to 2,918 passengers compared with 2,910 aboard Celebrity Apex, a difference of 8 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Celebrity Apex (Europe) and Celebrity Edge (Alaska) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Edge has the lower average starting price per day at $214 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 Edge
Alaska Dawes Glacier
- Departure Port
- Seattle
- Region
- Alaska
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Seattle
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026Ketchikan
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Endicott Arm
- Day 5 · Sep 8, 2026Juneau
- Day 6 · Sep 9, 2026Skagway
- Day 7 · Sep 10, 2026Alaska Inside Passage
- Day 8 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Sep 12, 2026Victoria
- Day 10 · Sep 13, 2026Seattle
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 Edge
September 4, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Seattle
From
$1,568
Price / day
$224
September 11, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Seattle
From
$1,427
Price / day
$204
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Celebrity Apex
Average
$328 / day
VS
Celebrity Edge
Average
$214 / day
Celebrity Edge has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$214/day vs $328/day
About $114 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 Celebrity Apex if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Southampton works for your plans.
Choose Celebrity Edge if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Alaska.
- Departing from Seattle 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 Edge: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Apex
Built in 2020
2 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Edge
$214 / day
About $114 less per day
- Celebrity Apex is 2 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Celebrity Edge carries 8 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Apex or Celebrity Edge?
Celebrity Apex is newer. It was built in 2020, while Celebrity Edge was built in 2018, making Celebrity Apex 2 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Celebrity Edge has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,918, compared with 2,910 for Celebrity Apex.
Which ship is cheaper, Celebrity Apex or Celebrity Edge?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Edge has the lower average starting price per day at $214 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 Edge sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Edge sailings currently listed cover Alaska, departing from Seattle.
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