September 4, 2026
7-Night Eastern Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$1,660
Price / day
$237
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548|Costa Fortuna
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 vs Costa Fortuna
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548
Built in 2006
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548
30.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 vs Costa Fortuna: Quick Comparison
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2006, it is 3 years newer than Costa Fortuna, which entered service in 2003. Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 is approximately 11% larger by gross tonnage at 114,147 GT. Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 also carries 310 more passengers. Costa Fortuna has upcoming sailings in Eastern Mediterranean. 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 | Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 | Costa Fortuna |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2006Newer | 2003 |
| Gross Tonnage | 114,147 GT | 102,669 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,780 | 3,470 |
| Space per Passenger | 30.2 GT | 29.6 GT |
| Length | 290.2 m | 272.2 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 vs Costa Fortuna
Age
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 was built in 2006, making it 3 years newer than Costa Fortuna, which was built in 2003.
Size
At 114,147 GT, Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 is approximately 11% larger by gross tonnage than Costa Fortuna at 102,669 GT.
Passenger capacity
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 carries up to 3,780 passengers compared with 3,470 aboard Costa Fortuna, a difference of 310 passengers.
Passenger space
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 offers more space per passenger: 30.2 GT per guest, compared with 29.6 aboard Costa Fortuna. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 and Costa Fortuna (Eastern Mediterranean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
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Costa Fortuna
Eastern Mediterranean from Piraeus | Athens
- Departure Port
- Piraeus
- Region
- Eastern Mediterranean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Piraeus
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026Istanbul
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Mykonos
- Day 5 · Sep 8, 2026Heraklion
- Day 6 · Sep 9, 2026Rhodes
- Day 7 · Sep 10, 2026Thira
- Day 8 · Sep 11, 2026Piraeus
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548
Costa Fortuna
September 6, 2026
5-Night Eastern Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Istanbul
From
$840
Price / day
$168
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548
Average
$0 / day
VS
Costa Fortuna
Average
$203 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 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).
Choose Costa Fortuna if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Eastern Mediterranean.
- Departing from Piraeus and Istanbul works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548.
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 vs Costa Fortuna: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548
Built in 2006
3 years newer
Bigger
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548
114,147 GT
11% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 is 3 years newer.
- Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 is 11% larger by gross tonnage.
- Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 carries 310 more passengers.
- Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 offers more space per passenger (30.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 or Costa Fortuna?
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 is newer. It was built in 2006, while Costa Fortuna was built in 2003, making Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 3 years newer.
Which is bigger, Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 or Costa Fortuna?
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 114,147 GT compared with Costa Fortuna at 102,669 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,780, compared with 3,470 for Costa Fortuna.
Which ship is more spacious, Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 or Costa Fortuna?
Costa Concordia (RETIRED) 548 has the higher passenger space ratio at 30.2 GT per passenger, versus 29.6 for Costa Fortuna. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Costa Fortuna sail?
The upcoming Costa Fortuna sailings currently listed cover Eastern Mediterranean, departing from Piraeus and Istanbul.
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