September 4, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Seattle
From
$1,568
Price / day
$224
Celebrity Edge|Celebrity Equinox
Celebrity Edge vs Celebrity Equinox
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Celebrity Edge
Built in 2018
9 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Edge
$214 / day
$47 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Celebrity Edge
44.8 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Celebrity Edge vs Celebrity Equinox: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Edge is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2018, it is 9 years newer than Celebrity Equinox, which entered service in 2009. Celebrity Edge is approximately 7% larger by gross tonnage at 130,818 GT. Celebrity Edge also carries 68 more passengers. Celebrity Edge has upcoming sailings in Alaska, while Celebrity Equinox has sailings in Europe. 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 Edge | Celebrity Equinox |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2018Newer | 2009 |
| Gross Tonnage | 130,818 GT | 121,878 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,918 | 2,850 |
| Space per Passenger | 44.8 GT | 42.8 GT |
| Length | 306 m | 317.2 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Edge vs Celebrity Equinox
Age
Celebrity Edge was built in 2018, making it 9 years newer than Celebrity Equinox, which was built in 2009.
Size
At 130,818 GT, Celebrity Edge is approximately 7% larger by gross tonnage than Celebrity Equinox at 121,878 GT.
Passenger capacity
Celebrity Edge carries up to 2,918 passengers compared with 2,850 aboard Celebrity Equinox, a difference of 68 passengers.
Passenger space
Celebrity Edge offers more space per passenger: 44.8 GT per guest, compared with 42.8 aboard Celebrity Equinox. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Celebrity Edge (Alaska) and Celebrity Equinox (Europe) 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 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.
Celebrity Equinox
Spain, Portugal & Morocco
- Departure Port
- Barcelona
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 9
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 3, 2026Barcelona
- Day 2 · Sep 4, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 5, 2026Seville
- Day 4 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 7, 2026Porto
- Day 6 · Sep 8, 2026Lisbon
- Day 7 · Sep 9, 2026Lisbon
- Day 8 · Sep 10, 2026Tangier
- Day 9 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 10 · Sep 12, 2026Barcelona
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Celebrity Edge
September 11, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Seattle
From
$1,427
Price / day
$204
Celebrity Equinox
September 3, 2026
9-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$2,011
Price / day
$223
September 12, 2026
10-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$2,976
Price / day
$298
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Celebrity Edge
Average
$214 / day
VS
Celebrity Equinox
Average
$261 / day
Celebrity Edge has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$214/day vs $261/day
About $47 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 Edge 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 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.
Choose Celebrity Equinox if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Barcelona works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Celebrity Edge.
Celebrity Edge vs Celebrity Equinox: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Edge
Built in 2018
9 years newer
Bigger
Celebrity Edge
130,818 GT
7% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Edge
$214 / day
About $47 less per day
- Celebrity Edge is 9 years newer.
- Celebrity Edge is 7% larger by gross tonnage.
- Celebrity Edge carries 68 more passengers.
- Celebrity Edge offers more space per passenger (44.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Edge or Celebrity Equinox?
Celebrity Edge is newer. It was built in 2018, while Celebrity Equinox was built in 2009, making Celebrity Edge 9 years newer.
Which is bigger, Celebrity Edge or Celebrity Equinox?
Celebrity Edge is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 130,818 GT compared with Celebrity Equinox at 121,878 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Celebrity Edge has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,918, compared with 2,850 for Celebrity Equinox.
Which ship is more spacious, Celebrity Edge or Celebrity Equinox?
Celebrity Edge has the higher passenger space ratio at 44.8 GT per passenger, versus 42.8 for Celebrity Equinox. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Celebrity Edge or Celebrity Equinox?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Edge has the lower average starting price per day at $214 per day versus $261 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Celebrity Edge sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Edge sailings currently listed cover Alaska, departing from Seattle.
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