September 4, 2026
8-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Fort Lauderdale
From
$1,213
Price / day
$152
Celebrity Reflection|Celebrity Ascent
Celebrity Reflection vs Celebrity Ascent
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Celebrity Ascent
Built in 2023
11 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Reflection
$147 / day
$87 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Celebrity Reflection
41.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Celebrity Reflection vs Celebrity Ascent: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Ascent is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2023, it is 11 years newer than Celebrity Reflection, which entered service in 2012. Celebrity Ascent is approximately 13% larger by gross tonnage at 141,420 GT. Celebrity Ascent also carries 685 more passengers. Celebrity Reflection has upcoming sailings in Caribbean, while Celebrity Ascent has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Celebrity Reflection 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 Reflection | Celebrity Ascent |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2012 | 2023Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 125,366 GT | 141,420 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,046 | 3,731 |
| Space per Passenger | 41.2 GT | 37.9 GT |
| Length | 319 m | 326.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Reflection vs Celebrity Ascent
Age
Celebrity Ascent was built in 2023, making it 11 years newer than Celebrity Reflection, which was built in 2012.
Size
At 141,420 GT, Celebrity Ascent is approximately 13% larger by gross tonnage than Celebrity Reflection at 125,366 GT.
Passenger capacity
Celebrity Ascent carries up to 3,731 passengers compared with 3,046 aboard Celebrity Reflection, a difference of 685 passengers.
Passenger space
Celebrity Reflection offers more space per passenger: 41.2 GT per guest, compared with 37.9 aboard Celebrity Ascent. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Celebrity Reflection (Caribbean) and Celebrity Ascent (Europe) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Reflection has the lower average starting price per day at $147 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Celebrity Reflection
Aruba, Bonaire & Curacao
- Departure Port
- Fort Lauderdale
- Region
- Caribbean
- Nights
- 8
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Fort Lauderdale
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Oranjestad
- Day 5 · Sep 8, 2026Willemstad
- Day 6 · Sep 9, 2026Kralendijk
- Day 7 · Sep 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Sep 12, 2026Fort Lauderdale
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Celebrity Ascent
Greece, Turkey & Italy
- Departure Port
- Civitavecchia
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 11
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 7, 2026Civitavecchia
- Day 2 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 9, 2026Chania
- Day 4 · Sep 10, 2026Ephesus
- Day 5 · Sep 11, 2026Istanbul
- Day 6 · Sep 12, 2026Istanbul
- Day 7 · Sep 13, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 14, 2026Santorini
- Day 9 · Sep 15, 2026Mykonos
- Day 10 · Sep 16, 2026At Sea
- Day 11 · Sep 17, 2026Naples
- Day 12 · Sep 18, 2026Civitavecchia
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Celebrity Reflection
September 12, 2026
8-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Fort Lauderdale
From
$1,128
Price / day
$141
Celebrity Ascent
September 7, 2026
11-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$2,470
Price / day
$225
September 18, 2026
10-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$2,428
Price / day
$243
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Celebrity Reflection
Average
$147 / day
VS
Celebrity Ascent
Average
$234 / day
Celebrity Reflection has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$147/day vs $234/day
About $87 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 Reflection 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 Caribbean.
- Departing from Fort Lauderdale 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 Ascent.
Choose Celebrity Ascent 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 Europe.
- Departing from Civitavecchia works for your plans.
Celebrity Reflection vs Celebrity Ascent: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Ascent
Built in 2023
11 years newer
Bigger
Celebrity Ascent
141,420 GT
13% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Reflection
$147 / day
About $87 less per day
- Celebrity Ascent is 11 years newer.
- Celebrity Ascent is 13% larger by gross tonnage.
- Celebrity Ascent carries 685 more passengers.
- Celebrity Reflection offers more space per passenger (41.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Reflection or Celebrity Ascent?
Celebrity Ascent is newer. It was built in 2023, while Celebrity Reflection was built in 2012, making Celebrity Ascent 11 years newer.
Which is bigger, Celebrity Reflection or Celebrity Ascent?
Celebrity Ascent is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 141,420 GT compared with Celebrity Reflection at 125,366 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Celebrity Ascent has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,731, compared with 3,046 for Celebrity Reflection.
Which ship is more spacious, Celebrity Reflection or Celebrity Ascent?
Celebrity Reflection has the higher passenger space ratio at 41.2 GT per passenger, versus 37.9 for Celebrity Ascent. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Celebrity Reflection or Celebrity Ascent?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Reflection has the lower average starting price per day at $147 per day versus $234 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Celebrity Reflection sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Reflection sailings currently listed cover Caribbean, departing from Fort Lauderdale.
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