September 7, 2026
11-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$2,470
Price / day
$225
Celebrity Ascent|Celebrity Beyond
Celebrity Ascent vs Celebrity Beyond
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Celebrity Ascent
Built in 2023
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Beyond
$207 / day
$27 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Celebrity Ascent
37.9 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Celebrity Ascent vs Celebrity Beyond: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Ascent is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2023, it is 1 year newer than Celebrity Beyond, which entered service in 2022. Celebrity Beyond also carries 206 more passengers. Celebrity Ascent has upcoming sailings in Europe, while Celebrity Beyond has sailings in Caribbean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Celebrity Beyond 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 Ascent | Celebrity Beyond |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2023Newer | 2022 |
| Gross Tonnage | 141,420 GT | 141,420 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,731 | 3,937 |
| Space per Passenger | 37.9 GT | 35.9 GT |
| Length | 326.5 m | 326.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Ascent vs Celebrity Beyond
Age
Celebrity Ascent was built in 2023, making it 1 year newer than Celebrity Beyond, which was built in 2022.
Passenger capacity
Celebrity Beyond carries up to 3,937 passengers compared with 3,731 aboard Celebrity Ascent, a difference of 206 passengers.
Passenger space
Celebrity Ascent offers more space per passenger: 37.9 GT per guest, compared with 35.9 aboard Celebrity Beyond. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Celebrity Ascent (Europe) and Celebrity Beyond (Caribbean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Beyond has the lower average starting price per day at $207 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
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.
Celebrity Beyond
Grand Cayman, Mexico & Perfect Day
- Departure Port
- Miami
- Region
- Caribbean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Miami
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026Perfect Day CocoCay
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026George Town
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Cozumel
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026Nassau
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Miami
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Celebrity Ascent
September 18, 2026
10-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$2,428
Price / day
$243
Celebrity Beyond
September 6, 2026
7-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$932
Price / day
$133
September 13, 2026
7-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$1,968
Price / day
$281
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Celebrity Ascent
Average
$234 / day
VS
Celebrity Beyond
Average
$207 / day
Celebrity Beyond has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$207/day vs $234/day
About $27 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 Ascent if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Civitavecchia works for your plans.
Choose Celebrity Beyond if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Caribbean.
- Departing from Miami 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 Ascent.
Celebrity Ascent vs Celebrity Beyond: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Ascent
Built in 2023
1 year newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Beyond
$207 / day
About $27 less per day
- Celebrity Ascent is 1 year newer.
- Both ships have the same gross tonnage.
- Celebrity Beyond carries 206 more passengers.
- Celebrity Ascent offers more space per passenger (37.9 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Ascent or Celebrity Beyond?
Celebrity Ascent is newer. It was built in 2023, while Celebrity Beyond was built in 2022, making Celebrity Ascent 1 year newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Celebrity Beyond has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,937, compared with 3,731 for Celebrity Ascent.
Which ship is more spacious, Celebrity Ascent or Celebrity Beyond?
Celebrity Ascent has the higher passenger space ratio at 37.9 GT per passenger, versus 35.9 for Celebrity Beyond. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Celebrity Ascent or Celebrity Beyond?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Beyond has the lower average starting price per day at $207 per day versus $234 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Celebrity Ascent sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Ascent sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Civitavecchia.
Where does Celebrity Beyond sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Beyond sailings currently listed cover Caribbean, departing from Miami.
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