September 3, 2026
9-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$2,011
Price / day
$223
Celebrity Equinox|Celebrity Solstice
Celebrity Equinox vs Celebrity Solstice
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Celebrity Equinox
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Newer Ship
Celebrity Equinox
Built in 2009
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Equinox
$261 / day
$42 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Celebrity Equinox
42.8 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Celebrity Equinox vs Celebrity Solstice: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Equinox is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2009, it is 1 year newer than Celebrity Solstice, which entered service in 2008. Celebrity Solstice also carries 2 more passengers. Celebrity Equinox has upcoming sailings in Europe, while Celebrity Solstice has sailings in Alaska. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Celebrity Equinox 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 Equinox | Celebrity Solstice |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2009Newer | 2008 |
| Gross Tonnage | 121,878 GT | 121,878 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,850 | 2,852 |
| Space per Passenger | 42.8 GT | 42.7 GT |
| Length | 317.2 m | 317.2 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Equinox vs Celebrity Solstice
Age
Celebrity Equinox was built in 2009, making it 1 year newer than Celebrity Solstice, which was built in 2008.
Passenger capacity
Celebrity Solstice carries up to 2,852 passengers compared with 2,850 aboard Celebrity Equinox, a difference of 2 passengers.
Passenger space
Celebrity Equinox offers more space per passenger: 42.8 GT per guest, compared with 42.7 aboard Celebrity Solstice. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Celebrity Equinox (Europe) and Celebrity Solstice (Alaska) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
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 Solstice
Alaska Hubbard Glacier
- Departure Port
- Vancouver
- Region
- Alaska
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Vancouver
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026Inside Passage
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Icy Strait Point
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Hubbard Glacier
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Juneau
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Ketchikan
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026Inside Passage
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Vancouver
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 Solstice
September 6, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$1,839
Price / day
$263
September 13, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$2,396
Price / day
$342
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Celebrity Equinox
Average
$261 / day
VS
Celebrity Solstice
Average
$303 / day
Celebrity Equinox has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$261/day vs $303/day
About $42 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 Equinox if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- 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 works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Choose Celebrity Solstice if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Alaska.
- Departing from Vancouver works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Celebrity Equinox.
Celebrity Equinox vs Celebrity Solstice: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Equinox
Built in 2009
1 year newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Equinox
$261 / day
About $42 less per day
- Celebrity Equinox is 1 year newer.
- Both ships have the same gross tonnage.
- Celebrity Solstice carries 2 more passengers.
- Celebrity Equinox offers more space per passenger (42.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Equinox or Celebrity Solstice?
Celebrity Equinox is newer. It was built in 2009, while Celebrity Solstice was built in 2008, making Celebrity Equinox 1 year newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Celebrity Solstice has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,852, compared with 2,850 for Celebrity Equinox.
Which ship is more spacious, Celebrity Equinox or Celebrity Solstice?
Celebrity Equinox has the higher passenger space ratio at 42.8 GT per passenger, versus 42.7 for Celebrity Solstice. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Celebrity Equinox or Celebrity Solstice?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Equinox has the lower average starting price per day at $261 per day versus $303 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 Solstice sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Solstice sailings currently listed cover Alaska, departing from Vancouver.
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