September 6, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$1,839
Price / day
$263
Celebrity Solstice|Celebrity Constellation
Celebrity Solstice vs Celebrity Constellation
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Celebrity Solstice
Built in 2008
6 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Constellation
$264 / day
$39 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Celebrity Constellation
91.1 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Celebrity Solstice vs Celebrity Constellation: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Solstice is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2008, it is 6 years newer than Celebrity Constellation, which entered service in 2002. Celebrity Solstice is approximately 34% larger by gross tonnage at 121,878 GT. Celebrity Solstice also carries 1,853 more passengers. Celebrity Solstice has upcoming sailings in Alaska, while Celebrity Constellation has sailings in Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Celebrity Constellation 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 Solstice | Celebrity Constellation |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2008Newer | 2002 |
| Gross Tonnage | 121,878 GT | 91,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,852 | 999 |
| Space per Passenger | 42.7 GT | 91.1 GT |
| Length | 317.2 m | 294 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Solstice vs Celebrity Constellation
Age
Celebrity Solstice was built in 2008, making it 6 years newer than Celebrity Constellation, which was built in 2002.
Size
At 121,878 GT, Celebrity Solstice is approximately 34% larger by gross tonnage than Celebrity Constellation at 91,000 GT.
Passenger capacity
Celebrity Solstice carries up to 2,852 passengers compared with 999 aboard Celebrity Constellation, a difference of 1,853 passengers.
Passenger space
Celebrity Constellation offers more space per passenger: 91.1 GT per guest, compared with 42.7 aboard Celebrity Solstice. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Celebrity Solstice (Alaska) and Celebrity Constellation (Europe) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Constellation has the lower average starting price per day at $264 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
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.
Celebrity Constellation
Best of Italy & Croatia
- Departure Port
- Ravenna
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 10
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 11, 2026Ravenna
- Day 2 · Sep 12, 2026Zadar
- Day 3 · Sep 13, 2026Dubrovnik
- Day 4 · Sep 14, 2026Kotor
- Day 5 · Sep 15, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 16, 2026Sicily
- Day 7 · Sep 17, 2026Amalfi Coast
- Day 8 · Sep 18, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Sep 19, 2026Portofino
- Day 10 · Sep 20, 2026Florence/Pisa
- Day 11 · Sep 21, 2026Civitavecchia
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Celebrity Solstice
September 13, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$2,396
Price / day
$342
Celebrity Constellation
September 11, 2026
10-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Ravenna
From
$3,285
Price / day
$328
September 21, 2026
11-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$2,196
Price / day
$200
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Celebrity Solstice
Average
$303 / day
VS
Celebrity Constellation
Average
$264 / day
Celebrity Constellation has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$264/day vs $303/day
About $39 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 Solstice 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 Alaska.
- Departing from Vancouver works for your plans.
Choose Celebrity Constellation 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 Ravenna and Civitavecchia 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 Solstice.
Celebrity Solstice vs Celebrity Constellation: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Solstice
Built in 2008
6 years newer
Bigger
Celebrity Solstice
121,878 GT
34% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Constellation
$264 / day
About $39 less per day
- Celebrity Solstice is 6 years newer.
- Celebrity Solstice is 34% larger by gross tonnage.
- Celebrity Solstice carries 1,853 more passengers.
- Celebrity Constellation offers more space per passenger (91.1 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Solstice or Celebrity Constellation?
Celebrity Solstice is newer. It was built in 2008, while Celebrity Constellation was built in 2002, making Celebrity Solstice 6 years newer.
Which is bigger, Celebrity Solstice or Celebrity Constellation?
Celebrity Solstice is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 121,878 GT compared with Celebrity Constellation at 91,000 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Celebrity Solstice has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,852, compared with 999 for Celebrity Constellation.
Which ship is more spacious, Celebrity Solstice or Celebrity Constellation?
Celebrity Constellation has the higher passenger space ratio at 91.1 GT per passenger, versus 42.7 for Celebrity Solstice. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Celebrity Solstice or Celebrity Constellation?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Constellation has the lower average starting price per day at $264 per day versus $303 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Celebrity Solstice sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Solstice sailings currently listed cover Alaska, departing from Vancouver.
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