September 5, 2026
12-Night Canada Cruise
Departing from Boston
From
$2,279
Price / day
$190
Celebrity Silhouette|Celebrity Edge
Celebrity Silhouette vs Celebrity Edge
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Celebrity Edge
Built in 2018
7 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Edge
$214 / day
$98 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Celebrity Edge
44.8 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Celebrity Silhouette vs Celebrity Edge: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Edge is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2018, it is 7 years newer than Celebrity Silhouette, which entered service in 2011. Celebrity Edge is approximately 7% larger by gross tonnage at 130,818 GT. Celebrity Edge also carries 66 more passengers. Celebrity Silhouette has upcoming sailings in Canada, while Celebrity Edge has sailings in Alaska. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Celebrity Edge 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 Edge |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2011 | 2018Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 122,210 GT | 130,818 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,852 | 2,918 |
| Space per Passenger | 42.9 GT | 44.8 GT |
| Length | 315 m | 306 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Silhouette vs Celebrity Edge
Age
Celebrity Edge was built in 2018, making it 7 years newer than Celebrity Silhouette, which was built in 2011.
Size
At 130,818 GT, Celebrity Edge is approximately 7% larger by gross tonnage than Celebrity Silhouette at 122,210 GT.
Passenger capacity
Celebrity Edge carries up to 2,918 passengers compared with 2,852 aboard Celebrity Silhouette, a difference of 66 passengers.
Passenger space
Celebrity Edge offers more space per passenger: 44.8 GT per guest, compared with 42.9 aboard Celebrity Silhouette. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Celebrity Silhouette (Canada) and Celebrity Edge (Alaska) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Edge has the lower average starting price per day at $214 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 Edge
Alaska Dawes Glacier
- Departure Port
- Seattle
- Region
- Alaska
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Seattle
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026Ketchikan
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Endicott Arm
- Day 5 · Sep 8, 2026Juneau
- Day 6 · Sep 9, 2026Skagway
- Day 7 · Sep 10, 2026Alaska Inside Passage
- Day 8 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Sep 12, 2026Victoria
- Day 10 · Sep 13, 2026Seattle
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 Edge
September 4, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Seattle
From
$1,568
Price / day
$224
September 11, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Seattle
From
$1,427
Price / day
$204
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Celebrity Silhouette
Average
$312 / day
VS
Celebrity Edge
Average
$214 / day
Celebrity Edge has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$214/day vs $312/day
About $98 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.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Celebrity Edge.
Choose Celebrity Edge 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 value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Alaska.
- Departing from Seattle works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Celebrity Silhouette vs Celebrity Edge: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Edge
Built in 2018
7 years newer
Bigger
Celebrity Edge
130,818 GT
7% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Edge
$214 / day
About $98 less per day
- Celebrity Edge is 7 years newer.
- Celebrity Edge is 7% larger by gross tonnage.
- Celebrity Edge carries 66 more passengers.
- Celebrity Edge offers more space per passenger (44.8 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Silhouette or Celebrity Edge?
Celebrity Edge is newer. It was built in 2018, while Celebrity Silhouette was built in 2011, making Celebrity Edge 7 years newer.
Which is bigger, Celebrity Silhouette or Celebrity Edge?
Celebrity Edge is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 130,818 GT compared with Celebrity Silhouette at 122,210 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Celebrity Edge has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,918, compared with 2,852 for Celebrity Silhouette.
Which ship is more spacious, Celebrity Silhouette or Celebrity Edge?
Celebrity Edge has the higher passenger space ratio at 44.8 GT per passenger, versus 42.9 for Celebrity Silhouette. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Celebrity Silhouette or Celebrity Edge?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Edge has the lower average starting price per day at $214 per day versus $312 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.
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