September 5, 2026
12-Night Canada Cruise
Departing from Boston
From
$2,279
Price / day
$190
Celebrity Silhouette|Celebrity Apex
Celebrity Silhouette vs Celebrity Apex
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Celebrity Silhouette
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Newer Ship
Celebrity Apex
Built in 2020
9 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Silhouette
$312 / day
$16 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Celebrity Silhouette vs Celebrity Apex: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Apex is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2020, it is 9 years newer than Celebrity Silhouette, which entered service in 2011. Celebrity Apex also carries 58 more passengers. Celebrity Silhouette has upcoming sailings in Canada, while Celebrity Apex has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Celebrity Silhouette 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 Silhouette | Celebrity Apex |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2011 | 2020Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 122,210 GT | — |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,852 | 2,910 |
| Space per Passenger | 42.9 GT | — |
| Length | 315 m | 306 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Silhouette vs Celebrity Apex
Age
Celebrity Apex was built in 2020, making it 9 years newer than Celebrity Silhouette, which was built in 2011.
Passenger capacity
Celebrity Apex carries up to 2,910 passengers compared with 2,852 aboard Celebrity Silhouette, a difference of 58 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Celebrity Silhouette (Canada) and Celebrity Apex (Europe) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Silhouette has the lower average starting price per day at $312 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Celebrity Silhouette
Boston, Maine & Canada
- Departure Port
- Boston
- Region
- Canada
- Nights
- 12
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Boston
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Rockland
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Saint John
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Halifax
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Sydney
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026Quebec City
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Quebec City
- Day 9 · Sep 13, 2026At Sea
- Day 10 · Sep 14, 2026Charlottetown
- Day 11 · Sep 15, 2026At Sea
- Day 12 · Sep 16, 2026Portland
- Day 13 · Sep 17, 2026Boston
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Celebrity Apex
Mediterranean, Italy & Spain
- Departure Port
- Southampton
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 14
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 12, 2026Southampton
- Day 2 · Sep 13, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 14, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 15, 2026Seville
- Day 5 · Sep 16, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 17, 2026Cagliari
- Day 7 · Sep 18, 2026Civitavecchia
- Day 8 · Sep 19, 2026Florence/Pisa
- Day 9 · Sep 20, 2026Nice
- Day 10 · Sep 21, 2026Barcelona
- Day 11 · Sep 22, 2026At Sea
- Day 12 · Sep 23, 2026At Sea
- Day 13 · Sep 24, 2026La Coruna
- Day 14 · Sep 25, 2026At Sea
- Day 15 · Sep 26, 2026Southampton
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Celebrity Silhouette
September 17, 2026
11-Night Canada Cruise
Departing from Boston
From
$4,774
Price / day
$434
Celebrity Apex
September 12, 2026
14-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Southampton
From
$3,371
Price / day
$241
September 26, 2026
11-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Southampton
From
$4,555
Price / day
$414
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Celebrity Silhouette
Average
$312 / day
VS
Celebrity Apex
Average
$328 / day
Celebrity Silhouette has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$312/day vs $328/day
About $16 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 Silhouette if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Canada.
- Departing from Boston 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 Apex.
Choose Celebrity Apex if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Southampton works for your plans.
Celebrity Silhouette vs Celebrity Apex: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Apex
Built in 2020
9 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Silhouette
$312 / day
About $16 less per day
- Celebrity Apex is 9 years newer.
- Gross tonnage is not available for both ships.
- Celebrity Apex carries 58 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Silhouette or Celebrity Apex?
Celebrity Apex is newer. It was built in 2020, while Celebrity Silhouette was built in 2011, making Celebrity Apex 9 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Celebrity Apex has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,910, compared with 2,852 for Celebrity Silhouette.
Which ship is cheaper, Celebrity Silhouette or Celebrity Apex?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Silhouette has the lower average starting price per day at $312 per day versus $328 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Celebrity Silhouette sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Silhouette sailings currently listed cover Canada, departing from Boston.
Where does Celebrity Apex sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Apex sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Southampton.
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