September 4, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Seattle
From
$1,568
Price / day
$224
Celebrity Edge|Discovery Princess
Celebrity Edge vs Discovery Princess
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Discovery Princess
Built in 2022
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Discovery Princess
$114 / day
$100 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Celebrity Edge
44.8 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Celebrity Edge vs Discovery Princess: Quick Comparison
Discovery Princess is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2022, it is 4 years newer than Celebrity Edge, which entered service in 2018. Discovery Princess is approximately 11% larger by gross tonnage at 145,000 GT. Discovery Princess also carries 742 more passengers. Celebrity Edge has upcoming sailings in Alaska, while Discovery Princess has sailings in California Coast and Mexico. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Discovery Princess 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 | Discovery Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2018 | 2022Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 130,818 GT | 145,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,918 | 3,660 |
| Space per Passenger | 44.8 GT | 39.6 GT |
| Length | 306 m | — |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Edge vs Discovery Princess
Age
Discovery Princess was built in 2022, making it 4 years newer than Celebrity Edge, which was built in 2018.
Size
At 145,000 GT, Discovery Princess is approximately 11% larger by gross tonnage than Celebrity Edge at 130,818 GT.
Passenger capacity
Discovery Princess carries up to 3,660 passengers compared with 2,918 aboard Celebrity Edge, a difference of 742 passengers.
Passenger space
Celebrity Edge offers more space per passenger: 44.8 GT per guest, compared with 39.6 aboard Discovery Princess. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Celebrity Edge (Alaska) and Discovery Princess (California Coast and Mexico) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Discovery Princess has the lower average starting price per day at $114 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.
Discovery Princess
Pacific Wine Country
- Departure Port
- Vancouver
- Region
- California Coast
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 26, 2026Vancouver
- Day 2 · Sep 27, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 28, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 29, 2026San Francisco
- Day 5 · Sep 30, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Oct 1, 2026San Diego
- Day 7 · Oct 2, 2026Santa Barbara
- Day 8 · Oct 3, 2026Los Angeles
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
Discovery Princess
September 26, 2026
7-Night California Coast Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$679
Price / day
$97
October 3, 2026
7-Night Mexico Cruise
Departing from Los Angeles
From
$911
Price / day
$130
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Celebrity Edge
Average
$214 / day
VS
Discovery Princess
Average
$114 / day
Discovery Princess has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$114/day vs $214/day
About $100 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 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.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Discovery Princess.
Choose Discovery Princess 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 California Coast and Mexico.
- Departing from Vancouver and Los Angeles works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Celebrity Edge vs Discovery Princess: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Discovery Princess
Built in 2022
4 years newer
Bigger
Discovery Princess
145,000 GT
11% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Discovery Princess
$114 / day
About $100 less per day
- Discovery Princess is 4 years newer.
- Discovery Princess is 11% larger by gross tonnage.
- Discovery Princess carries 742 more passengers.
- Celebrity Edge offers more space per passenger (44.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Edge or Discovery Princess?
Discovery Princess is newer. It was built in 2022, while Celebrity Edge was built in 2018, making Discovery Princess 4 years newer.
Which is bigger, Celebrity Edge or Discovery Princess?
Discovery Princess is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 145,000 GT compared with Celebrity Edge at 130,818 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Discovery Princess has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,660, compared with 2,918 for Celebrity Edge.
Which ship is more spacious, Celebrity Edge or Discovery Princess?
Celebrity Edge has the higher passenger space ratio at 44.8 GT per passenger, versus 39.6 for Discovery Princess. 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 Discovery Princess?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Discovery Princess has the lower average starting price per day at $114 per day versus $214 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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