September 5, 2026
8-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$5,686
Price / day
$711
Celebrity Xcel|Celebrity Reflection
Celebrity Xcel vs Celebrity Reflection
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Celebrity Xcel
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Newer Ship
Celebrity Xcel
Built in 2025
13 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Reflection
$147 / day
$360 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Celebrity Reflection
41.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Celebrity Xcel vs Celebrity Reflection: Quick Comparison
Celebrity Xcel is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2025, it is 13 years newer than Celebrity Reflection, which entered service in 2012. Celebrity Xcel is approximately 13% larger by gross tonnage at 141,420 GT. Celebrity Xcel also carries 891 more passengers. Celebrity Xcel has upcoming sailings in Europe, while Celebrity Reflection has sailings in Caribbean. 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 Xcel | Celebrity Reflection |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2025Newer | 2012 |
| Gross Tonnage | 141,420 GT | 125,366 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,937 | 3,046 |
| Space per Passenger | 35.9 GT | 41.2 GT |
| Length | 326.5 m | 319 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Celebrity Xcel vs Celebrity Reflection
Age
Celebrity Xcel was built in 2025, making it 13 years newer than Celebrity Reflection, which was built in 2012.
Size
At 141,420 GT, Celebrity Xcel is approximately 13% larger by gross tonnage than Celebrity Reflection at 125,366 GT.
Passenger capacity
Celebrity Xcel carries up to 3,937 passengers compared with 3,046 aboard Celebrity Reflection, a difference of 891 passengers.
Passenger space
Celebrity Reflection offers more space per passenger: 41.2 GT per guest, compared with 35.9 aboard Celebrity Xcel. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Celebrity Xcel (Europe) and Celebrity Reflection (Caribbean) 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 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 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.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Celebrity Xcel
September 13, 2026
8-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$2,412
Price / day
$302
Celebrity Reflection
September 4, 2026
8-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Fort Lauderdale
From
$1,213
Price / day
$152
September 12, 2026
8-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Fort Lauderdale
From
$1,128
Price / day
$141
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Celebrity Xcel
Average
$507 / day
VS
Celebrity Reflection
Average
$147 / day
Celebrity Reflection has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$147/day vs $507/day
About $360 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 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 Europe.
- Departing from Barcelona and Piraeus works for your plans.
Choose Celebrity Reflection 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 Caribbean.
- Departing from Fort Lauderdale 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 Reflection: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Celebrity Xcel
Built in 2025
13 years newer
Bigger
Celebrity Xcel
141,420 GT
13% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Celebrity Reflection
$147 / day
About $360 less per day
- Celebrity Xcel is 13 years newer.
- Celebrity Xcel is 13% larger by gross tonnage.
- Celebrity Xcel carries 891 more passengers.
- Celebrity Reflection offers more space per passenger (41.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Celebrity Xcel or Celebrity Reflection?
Celebrity Xcel is newer. It was built in 2025, while Celebrity Reflection was built in 2012, making Celebrity Xcel 13 years newer.
Which is bigger, Celebrity Xcel or Celebrity Reflection?
Celebrity Xcel is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 141,420 GT compared with Celebrity Reflection at 125,366 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Celebrity Xcel has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,937, compared with 3,046 for Celebrity Reflection.
Which ship is more spacious, Celebrity Xcel or Celebrity Reflection?
Celebrity Reflection has the higher passenger space ratio at 41.2 GT per passenger, versus 35.9 for Celebrity Xcel. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Celebrity Xcel or Celebrity Reflection?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Celebrity Reflection has the lower average starting price per day at $147 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.
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