September 3, 2026
9-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$2,011
Price / day
$223
Celebrity Equinox|Celebrity Eclipse
Celebrity Equinox vs Celebrity Eclipse
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Celebrity Equinox
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Newer Ship
Celebrity Eclipse
Built in 2010
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Eclipse
$209 / day
$52 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Celebrity Equinox vs Celebrity Eclipse: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Eclipse is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2010, it is 1 year newer than Celebrity Equinox, which entered service in 2009. Celebrity Equinox has upcoming sailings in Europe, while Celebrity Eclipse 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 Equinox | Celebrity Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2009 | 2010Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 121,878 GT | 121,878 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,850 | 2,850 |
| Space per Passenger | 42.8 GT | 42.8 GT |
| Length | 317.2 m | 317.14 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Equinox vs Celebrity Eclipse
Age
Celebrity Eclipse was built in 2010, making it 1 year newer than Celebrity Equinox, which was built in 2009.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Celebrity Equinox and Celebrity Eclipse 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 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 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.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Celebrity Equinox
September 12, 2026
10-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$2,976
Price / day
$298
Celebrity Eclipse
September 7, 2026
11-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$2,924
Price / day
$266
September 18, 2026
10-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$1,523
Price / day
$152
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Celebrity Equinox
Average
$261 / day
VS
Celebrity Eclipse
Average
$209 / day
Celebrity Eclipse is currently 20% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$209/day vs $261/day
About $52 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 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 Eclipse.
Choose Celebrity Eclipse if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- 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.
Celebrity Equinox vs Celebrity Eclipse: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Eclipse
Built in 2010
1 year newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Eclipse
$209 / day
About $52 less per day
- Celebrity Eclipse is 1 year newer.
- Both ships have the same gross tonnage.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Equinox or Celebrity Eclipse?
Celebrity Eclipse is newer. It was built in 2010, while Celebrity Equinox was built in 2009, making Celebrity Eclipse 1 year newer.
Which ship is cheaper, Celebrity Equinox or Celebrity Eclipse?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Eclipse has the lower average starting price per day at $209 per day versus $261 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 Eclipse sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Eclipse sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Barcelona and Piraeus.
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