September 7, 2026
11-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$2,924
Price / day
$266
Celebrity Eclipse|Celebrity Xcel
Celebrity Eclipse vs Celebrity Xcel
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Celebrity Eclipse
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Newer Ship
Celebrity Xcel
Built in 2025
15 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Eclipse
$209 / day
$298 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Celebrity Eclipse
42.8 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Celebrity Eclipse vs Celebrity Xcel: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Xcel is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2025, it is 15 years newer than Celebrity Eclipse, which entered service in 2010. Celebrity Xcel is approximately 16% larger by gross tonnage at 141,420 GT. Celebrity Xcel also carries 1,087 more passengers. Celebrity Eclipse has upcoming sailings in Europe, while Celebrity Xcel 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 Eclipse | Celebrity Xcel |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2010 | 2025Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 121,878 GT | 141,420 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,850 | 3,937 |
| Space per Passenger | 42.8 GT | 35.9 GT |
| Length | 317.14 m | 326.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Eclipse vs Celebrity Xcel
Age
Celebrity Xcel was built in 2025, making it 15 years newer than Celebrity Eclipse, which was built in 2010.
Size
At 141,420 GT, Celebrity Xcel is approximately 16% larger by gross tonnage than Celebrity Eclipse at 121,878 GT.
Passenger capacity
Celebrity Xcel carries up to 3,937 passengers compared with 2,850 aboard Celebrity Eclipse, a difference of 1,087 passengers.
Passenger space
Celebrity Eclipse offers more space per passenger: 42.8 GT per guest, compared with 35.9 aboard Celebrity Xcel. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Celebrity Eclipse and Celebrity Xcel 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 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.
Celebrity Xcel
Greece, Malta & Turkey
- Departure Port
- Barcelona
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 8
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Barcelona
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Valletta
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Ephesus
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Rhodes
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026Santorini
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Mykonos
- Day 9 · Sep 13, 2026Piraeus
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Celebrity Eclipse
September 18, 2026
10-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$1,523
Price / day
$152
Celebrity Xcel
September 5, 2026
8-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$5,686
Price / day
$711
September 13, 2026
8-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$2,412
Price / day
$302
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Celebrity Eclipse
Average
$209 / day
VS
Celebrity Xcel
Average
$507 / day
Celebrity Eclipse is currently 59% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$209/day vs $507/day
About $298 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 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 Xcel.
Choose Celebrity Xcel 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 Barcelona and Piraeus works for your plans.
Celebrity Eclipse vs Celebrity Xcel: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Xcel
Built in 2025
15 years newer
Bigger
Celebrity Xcel
141,420 GT
16% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Eclipse
$209 / day
About $298 less per day
- Celebrity Xcel is 15 years newer.
- Celebrity Xcel is 16% larger by gross tonnage.
- Celebrity Xcel carries 1,087 more passengers.
- Celebrity Eclipse offers more space per passenger (42.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Eclipse or Celebrity Xcel?
Celebrity Xcel is newer. It was built in 2025, while Celebrity Eclipse was built in 2010, making Celebrity Xcel 15 years newer.
Which is bigger, Celebrity Eclipse or Celebrity Xcel?
Celebrity Xcel 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 Xcel has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,937, compared with 2,850 for Celebrity Eclipse.
Which ship is more spacious, Celebrity Eclipse or Celebrity Xcel?
Celebrity Eclipse has the higher passenger space ratio at 42.8 GT per passenger, versus 35.9 for Celebrity Xcel. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Celebrity Eclipse or Celebrity Xcel?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Eclipse has the lower average starting price per day at $209 per day versus $507 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Celebrity Eclipse sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Eclipse sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Barcelona and Piraeus.
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