September 12, 2026
14-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Southampton
From
$3,371
Price / day
$241
Celebrity Apex|Celebrity Reflection
Celebrity Apex vs Celebrity Reflection
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Celebrity Apex
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Newer Ship
Celebrity Apex
Built in 2020
8 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Reflection
$147 / day
$181 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Celebrity Apex vs Celebrity Reflection: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Apex is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2020, it is 8 years newer than Celebrity Reflection, which entered service in 2012. Celebrity Reflection also carries 136 more passengers. Celebrity Apex has upcoming sailings in Europe, while Celebrity Reflection has sailings in Caribbean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Celebrity Reflection 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 Reflection |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2020Newer | 2012 |
| Gross Tonnage | — | 125,366 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,910 | 3,046 |
| Space per Passenger | — | 41.2 GT |
| Length | 306 m | 319 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Apex vs Celebrity Reflection
Age
Celebrity Apex was built in 2020, making it 8 years newer than Celebrity Reflection, which was built in 2012.
Passenger capacity
Celebrity Reflection carries up to 3,046 passengers compared with 2,910 aboard Celebrity Apex, a difference of 136 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Celebrity Apex (Europe) and Celebrity Reflection (Caribbean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Reflection has the lower average starting price per day at $147 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 Reflection
Aruba, Bonaire & Curacao
- Departure Port
- Fort Lauderdale
- Region
- Caribbean
- Nights
- 8
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Fort Lauderdale
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Oranjestad
- Day 5 · Sep 8, 2026Willemstad
- Day 6 · Sep 9, 2026Kralendijk
- Day 7 · Sep 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Sep 12, 2026Fort Lauderdale
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 Reflection
September 4, 2026
8-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Fort Lauderdale
From
$1,213
Price / day
$152
September 12, 2026
8-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Fort Lauderdale
From
$1,128
Price / day
$141
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Celebrity Apex
Average
$328 / day
VS
Celebrity Reflection
Average
$147 / day
Celebrity Reflection has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$147/day vs $328/day
About $181 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 Reflection if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Caribbean.
- Departing from Fort Lauderdale 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 Reflection: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Apex
Built in 2020
8 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Reflection
$147 / day
About $181 less per day
- Celebrity Apex is 8 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Celebrity Reflection carries 136 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Apex or Celebrity Reflection?
Celebrity Apex is newer. It was built in 2020, while Celebrity Reflection was built in 2012, making Celebrity Apex 8 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Celebrity Reflection has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,046, compared with 2,910 for Celebrity Apex.
Which ship is cheaper, Celebrity Apex or Celebrity Reflection?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Reflection has the lower average starting price per day at $147 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 Reflection sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Reflection sailings currently listed cover Caribbean, departing from Fort Lauderdale.
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