September 7, 2026
11-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$2,470
Price / day
$225
Celebrity Ascent|Celebrity Edge
Celebrity Ascent vs Celebrity Edge
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Celebrity Ascent
Built in 2023
5 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Edge
$214 / day
$20 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Celebrity Edge
44.8 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Celebrity Ascent vs Celebrity Edge: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Ascent is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2023, it is 5 years newer than Celebrity Edge, which entered service in 2018. Celebrity Ascent is approximately 8% larger by gross tonnage at 141,420 GT. Celebrity Ascent also carries 813 more passengers. Celebrity Ascent 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 Ascent | Celebrity Edge |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2023Newer | 2018 |
| Gross Tonnage | 141,420 GT | 130,818 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,731 | 2,918 |
| Space per Passenger | 37.9 GT | 44.8 GT |
| Length | 326.5 m | 306 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Ascent vs Celebrity Edge
Age
Celebrity Ascent was built in 2023, making it 5 years newer than Celebrity Edge, which was built in 2018.
Size
At 141,420 GT, Celebrity Ascent is approximately 8% larger by gross tonnage than Celebrity Edge at 130,818 GT.
Passenger capacity
Celebrity Ascent carries up to 3,731 passengers compared with 2,918 aboard Celebrity Edge, a difference of 813 passengers.
Passenger space
Celebrity Edge offers more space per passenger: 44.8 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 (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 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 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 Ascent
September 18, 2026
10-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$2,428
Price / day
$243
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 Ascent
Average
$234 / day
VS
Celebrity Edge
Average
$214 / day
Celebrity Edge has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$214/day vs $234/day
About $20 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 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 Edge 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 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 Ascent.
Celebrity Ascent vs Celebrity Edge: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Ascent
Built in 2023
5 years newer
Bigger
Celebrity Ascent
141,420 GT
8% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Edge
$214 / day
About $20 less per day
- Celebrity Ascent is 5 years newer.
- Celebrity Ascent is 8% larger by gross tonnage.
- Celebrity Ascent carries 813 more passengers.
- Celebrity Edge offers more space per passenger (44.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Ascent or Celebrity Edge?
Celebrity Ascent is newer. It was built in 2023, while Celebrity Edge was built in 2018, making Celebrity Ascent 5 years newer.
Which is bigger, Celebrity Ascent or Celebrity Edge?
Celebrity Ascent is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 141,420 GT compared with Celebrity Edge at 130,818 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Celebrity Ascent has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,731, compared with 2,918 for Celebrity Edge.
Which ship is more spacious, Celebrity Ascent or Celebrity Edge?
Celebrity Edge has the higher passenger space ratio at 44.8 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 Edge?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Edge has the lower average starting price per day at $214 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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