September 4, 2026
8-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Fort Lauderdale
From
$1,213
Price / day
$152
Celebrity Reflection|Celebrity Equinox
Celebrity Reflection vs Celebrity Equinox
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Celebrity Reflection
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Newer Ship
Celebrity Reflection
Built in 2012
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Reflection
$147 / day
$114 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Celebrity Equinox
42.8 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Celebrity Reflection vs Celebrity Equinox: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Reflection is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2012, it is 3 years newer than Celebrity Equinox, which entered service in 2009. Celebrity Reflection is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage at 125,366 GT. Celebrity Reflection also carries 196 more passengers. Celebrity Reflection has upcoming sailings in Caribbean, while Celebrity Equinox 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 Equinox |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2012Newer | 2009 |
| Gross Tonnage | 125,366 GT | 121,878 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,046 | 2,850 |
| Space per Passenger | 41.2 GT | 42.8 GT |
| Length | 319 m | 317.2 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Reflection vs Celebrity Equinox
Age
Celebrity Reflection was built in 2012, making it 3 years newer than Celebrity Equinox, which was built in 2009.
Size
At 125,366 GT, Celebrity Reflection is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage than Celebrity Equinox at 121,878 GT.
Passenger capacity
Celebrity Reflection carries up to 3,046 passengers compared with 2,850 aboard Celebrity Equinox, a difference of 196 passengers.
Passenger space
Celebrity Equinox offers more space per passenger: 42.8 GT per guest, compared with 41.2 aboard Celebrity Reflection. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Celebrity Reflection (Caribbean) and Celebrity Equinox (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 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.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Celebrity Reflection
September 12, 2026
8-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Fort Lauderdale
From
$1,128
Price / day
$141
Celebrity Equinox
September 3, 2026
9-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$2,011
Price / day
$223
September 12, 2026
10-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$2,976
Price / day
$298
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Celebrity Reflection
Average
$147 / day
VS
Celebrity Equinox
Average
$261 / day
Celebrity Reflection has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$147/day vs $261/day
About $114 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 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 Caribbean.
- Departing from Fort Lauderdale works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Choose Celebrity Equinox 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 Europe.
- Departing from Barcelona works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Celebrity Reflection.
Celebrity Reflection vs Celebrity Equinox: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Reflection
Built in 2012
3 years newer
Bigger
Celebrity Reflection
125,366 GT
3% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Reflection
$147 / day
About $114 less per day
- Celebrity Reflection is 3 years newer.
- Celebrity Reflection is 3% larger by gross tonnage.
- Celebrity Reflection carries 196 more passengers.
- Celebrity Equinox offers more space per passenger (42.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Reflection or Celebrity Equinox?
Celebrity Reflection is newer. It was built in 2012, while Celebrity Equinox was built in 2009, making Celebrity Reflection 3 years newer.
Which is bigger, Celebrity Reflection or Celebrity Equinox?
Celebrity Reflection is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 125,366 GT compared with Celebrity Equinox at 121,878 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Celebrity Reflection has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,046, compared with 2,850 for Celebrity Equinox.
Which ship is more spacious, Celebrity Reflection or Celebrity Equinox?
Celebrity Equinox has the higher passenger space ratio at 42.8 GT per passenger, versus 41.2 for Celebrity Reflection. 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 Equinox?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Reflection has the lower average starting price per day at $147 per day versus $261 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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