September 3, 2026
9-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$2,011
Price / day
$223
Celebrity Equinox|Celebrity Apex
Celebrity Equinox vs Celebrity Apex
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Celebrity Equinox
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Newer Ship
Celebrity Apex
Built in 2020
11 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Equinox
$261 / day
$67 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Celebrity Equinox vs Celebrity Apex: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Apex is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2020, it is 11 years newer than Celebrity Equinox, which entered service in 2009. Celebrity Apex also carries 60 more passengers. Celebrity Equinox has upcoming sailings in Europe, while Celebrity Apex has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Celebrity Equinox 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 Equinox | Celebrity Apex |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2009 | 2020Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 121,878 GT | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,850 | 2,910 |
| Space per Passenger | 42.8 GT | — |
| Length | 317.2 m | 306 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Equinox vs Celebrity Apex
Age
Celebrity Apex was built in 2020, making it 11 years newer than Celebrity Equinox, which was built in 2009.
Passenger capacity
Celebrity Apex carries up to 2,910 passengers compared with 2,850 aboard Celebrity Equinox, a difference of 60 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Celebrity Equinox and Celebrity Apex cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Equinox has the lower average starting price per day at $261 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
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.
Celebrity Apex
Mediterranean, Italy & Spain
- Departure Port
- Southampton
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 14
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 12, 2026Southampton
- Day 2 · Sep 13, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 14, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 15, 2026Seville
- Day 5 · Sep 16, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 17, 2026Cagliari
- Day 7 · Sep 18, 2026Civitavecchia
- Day 8 · Sep 19, 2026Florence/Pisa
- Day 9 · Sep 20, 2026Nice
- Day 10 · Sep 21, 2026Barcelona
- Day 11 · Sep 22, 2026At Sea
- Day 12 · Sep 23, 2026At Sea
- Day 13 · Sep 24, 2026La Coruna
- Day 14 · Sep 25, 2026At Sea
- Day 15 · Sep 26, 2026Southampton
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Celebrity Equinox
September 12, 2026
10-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$2,976
Price / day
$298
Celebrity Apex
September 12, 2026
14-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Southampton
From
$3,371
Price / day
$241
September 26, 2026
11-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Southampton
From
$4,555
Price / day
$414
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Celebrity Equinox
Average
$261 / day
VS
Celebrity Apex
Average
$328 / day
Celebrity Equinox is currently 20% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$261/day vs $328/day
About $67 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 Equinox if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Barcelona 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 Apex.
Choose Celebrity Apex if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Southampton works for your plans.
Celebrity Equinox vs Celebrity Apex: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Apex
Built in 2020
11 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Equinox
$261 / day
About $67 less per day
- Celebrity Apex is 11 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Celebrity Apex carries 60 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Equinox or Celebrity Apex?
Celebrity Apex is newer. It was built in 2020, while Celebrity Equinox was built in 2009, making Celebrity Apex 11 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Celebrity Apex has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,910, compared with 2,850 for Celebrity Equinox.
Which ship is cheaper, Celebrity Equinox or Celebrity Apex?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Equinox has the lower average starting price per day at $261 per day versus $328 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Celebrity Equinox sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Equinox sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Barcelona.
Where does Celebrity Apex sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Apex sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Southampton.
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