September 5, 2026
8-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$5,686
Price / day
$711
Celebrity Xcel|Celebrity Beyond
Celebrity Xcel vs Celebrity Beyond
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Celebrity Xcel
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Newer Ship
Celebrity Xcel
Built in 2025
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Beyond
$207 / day
$300 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Celebrity Xcel vs Celebrity Beyond: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Xcel is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2025, it is 3 years newer than Celebrity Beyond, which entered service in 2022. Celebrity Xcel has upcoming sailings in Europe, while Celebrity Beyond has sailings in Caribbean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Celebrity Beyond 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 Xcel | Celebrity Beyond |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2025Newer | 2022 |
| Gross Tonnage | 141,420 GT | 141,420 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,937 | 3,937 |
| Space per Passenger | 35.9 GT | 35.9 GT |
| Length | 326.5 m | 326.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Xcel vs Celebrity Beyond
Age
Celebrity Xcel was built in 2025, making it 3 years newer than Celebrity Beyond, which was built in 2022.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Celebrity Xcel (Europe) and Celebrity Beyond (Caribbean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Beyond has the lower average starting price per day at $207 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Celebrity Xcel
Greece, Malta & Turkey
- Departure Port
- Barcelona
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 8
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Barcelona
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Valletta
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Ephesus
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Rhodes
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026Santorini
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Mykonos
- Day 9 · Sep 13, 2026Piraeus
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Celebrity Beyond
Grand Cayman, Mexico & Perfect Day
- Departure Port
- Miami
- Region
- Caribbean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Miami
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026Perfect Day CocoCay
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026George Town
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Cozumel
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026Nassau
- Day 8 · Sep 13, 2026Miami
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Celebrity Xcel
September 13, 2026
8-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$2,412
Price / day
$302
Celebrity Beyond
September 6, 2026
7-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$932
Price / day
$133
September 13, 2026
7-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$1,968
Price / day
$281
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Celebrity Xcel
Average
$507 / day
VS
Celebrity Beyond
Average
$207 / day
Celebrity Beyond has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$207/day vs $507/day
About $300 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 Xcel if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You want to sail in Europe.
- Departing from Barcelona and Piraeus works for your plans.
Choose Celebrity Beyond if…
- You want to sail in Caribbean.
- Departing from Miami 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 Xcel.
Celebrity Xcel vs Celebrity Beyond: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Xcel
Built in 2025
3 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Beyond
$207 / day
About $300 less per day
- Celebrity Xcel is 3 years newer.
- Both ships have the same gross tonnage.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Xcel or Celebrity Beyond?
Celebrity Xcel is newer. It was built in 2025, while Celebrity Beyond was built in 2022, making Celebrity Xcel 3 years newer.
Which ship is cheaper, Celebrity Xcel or Celebrity Beyond?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Beyond has the lower average starting price per day at $207 per day versus $507 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Celebrity Xcel sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Xcel sailings currently listed cover Europe, departing from Barcelona and Piraeus.
Where does Celebrity Beyond sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Beyond sailings currently listed cover Caribbean, departing from Miami.
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