September 7, 2026
11-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$2,470
Price / day
$225
Celebrity Ascent|Celebrity Eclipse
Celebrity Ascent vs Celebrity Eclipse
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Celebrity Ascent
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Newer Ship
Celebrity Ascent
Built in 2023
13 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Eclipse
$209 / day
$25 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Celebrity Eclipse
42.8 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Celebrity Ascent vs Celebrity Eclipse: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Ascent is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2023, it is 13 years newer than Celebrity Eclipse, which entered service in 2010. Celebrity Ascent is approximately 16% larger by gross tonnage at 141,420 GT. Celebrity Ascent also carries 881 more passengers. Celebrity Ascent 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 Ascent | Celebrity Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2023Newer | 2010 |
| Gross Tonnage | 141,420 GT | 121,878 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,731 | 2,850 |
| Space per Passenger | 37.9 GT | 42.8 GT |
| Length | 326.5 m | 317.14 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Ascent vs Celebrity Eclipse
Age
Celebrity Ascent was built in 2023, making it 13 years newer than Celebrity Eclipse, which was built in 2010.
Size
At 141,420 GT, Celebrity Ascent is approximately 16% larger by gross tonnage than Celebrity Eclipse at 121,878 GT.
Passenger capacity
Celebrity Ascent carries up to 3,731 passengers compared with 2,850 aboard Celebrity Eclipse, a difference of 881 passengers.
Passenger space
Celebrity Eclipse offers more space per passenger: 42.8 GT per guest, compared with 37.9 aboard Celebrity Ascent. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Celebrity Ascent 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 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 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 Ascent
September 18, 2026
10-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$2,428
Price / day
$243
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 Ascent
Average
$234 / day
VS
Celebrity Eclipse
Average
$209 / day
Celebrity Eclipse is currently 11% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$209/day vs $234/day
About $25 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 Ascent if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- 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.
Choose Celebrity Eclipse if…
- 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 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 Ascent.
Celebrity Ascent vs Celebrity Eclipse: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Ascent
Built in 2023
13 years newer
Bigger
Celebrity Ascent
141,420 GT
16% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Eclipse
$209 / day
About $25 less per day
- Celebrity Ascent is 13 years newer.
- Celebrity Ascent is 16% larger by gross tonnage.
- Celebrity Ascent carries 881 more passengers.
- Celebrity Eclipse offers more space per passenger (42.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Ascent or Celebrity Eclipse?
Celebrity Ascent is newer. It was built in 2023, while Celebrity Eclipse was built in 2010, making Celebrity Ascent 13 years newer.
Which is bigger, Celebrity Ascent or Celebrity Eclipse?
Celebrity Ascent is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 141,420 GT compared with Celebrity Eclipse at 121,878 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Celebrity Ascent has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,731, compared with 2,850 for Celebrity Eclipse.
Which ship is more spacious, Celebrity Ascent or Celebrity Eclipse?
Celebrity Eclipse has the higher passenger space ratio at 42.8 GT per passenger, versus 37.9 for Celebrity Ascent. 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 Eclipse?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Eclipse has the lower average starting price per day at $209 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.
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