September 4, 2026
8-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Fort Lauderdale
From
$1,213
Price / day
$152
Celebrity Reflection|Celebrity Solstice
Celebrity Reflection vs Celebrity Solstice
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Celebrity Reflection
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Newer Ship
Celebrity Reflection
Built in 2012
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Reflection
$147 / day
$156 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Celebrity Solstice
42.7 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Celebrity Reflection vs Celebrity Solstice: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Reflection is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2012, it is 4 years newer than Celebrity Solstice, which entered service in 2008. Celebrity Reflection is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage at 125,366 GT. Celebrity Reflection also carries 194 more passengers. Celebrity Reflection has upcoming sailings in Caribbean, while Celebrity Solstice has sailings in Alaska. 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 Solstice |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2012Newer | 2008 |
| Gross Tonnage | 125,366 GT | 121,878 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,046 | 2,852 |
| Space per Passenger | 41.2 GT | 42.7 GT |
| Length | 319 m | 317.2 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Reflection vs Celebrity Solstice
Age
Celebrity Reflection was built in 2012, making it 4 years newer than Celebrity Solstice, which was built in 2008.
Size
At 125,366 GT, Celebrity Reflection is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage than Celebrity Solstice at 121,878 GT.
Passenger capacity
Celebrity Reflection carries up to 3,046 passengers compared with 2,852 aboard Celebrity Solstice, a difference of 194 passengers.
Passenger space
Celebrity Solstice offers more space per passenger: 42.7 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 Solstice (Alaska) 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 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 Reflection
September 12, 2026
8-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Fort Lauderdale
From
$1,128
Price / day
$141
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 Reflection
Average
$147 / day
VS
Celebrity Solstice
Average
$303 / day
Celebrity Reflection has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$147/day vs $303/day
About $156 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 Solstice 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 Alaska.
- Departing from Vancouver works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Celebrity Reflection.
Celebrity Reflection vs Celebrity Solstice: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Reflection
Built in 2012
4 years newer
Bigger
Celebrity Reflection
125,366 GT
3% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Reflection
$147 / day
About $156 less per day
- Celebrity Reflection is 4 years newer.
- Celebrity Reflection is 3% larger by gross tonnage.
- Celebrity Reflection carries 194 more passengers.
- Celebrity Solstice offers more space per passenger (42.7 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Reflection or Celebrity Solstice?
Celebrity Reflection is newer. It was built in 2012, while Celebrity Solstice was built in 2008, making Celebrity Reflection 4 years newer.
Which is bigger, Celebrity Reflection or Celebrity Solstice?
Celebrity Reflection is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 125,366 GT compared with Celebrity Solstice at 121,878 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Celebrity Reflection has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,046, compared with 2,852 for Celebrity Solstice.
Which ship is more spacious, Celebrity Reflection or Celebrity Solstice?
Celebrity Solstice has the higher passenger space ratio at 42.7 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 Solstice?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Reflection has the lower average starting price per day at $147 per day versus $303 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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