September 4, 2026
7-Night Eastern Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$1,660
Price / day
$237
Costa Fortuna|Costa Serena
Costa Fortuna vs Costa Serena
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Costa Fortuna
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Newer Ship
Costa Serena
Built in 2007
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Costa Fortuna
$203 / day
$133 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Costa Serena
30.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Costa Fortuna vs Costa Serena: Quick Comparison
Costa Serena is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2007, it is 4 years newer than Costa Fortuna, which entered service in 2003. Costa Serena is approximately 11% larger by gross tonnage at 114,147 GT. Costa Serena also carries 310 more passengers. Costa Fortuna has upcoming sailings in Eastern Mediterranean, while Costa Serena has sailings in Asia. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Costa Fortuna 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 | Costa Fortuna | Costa Serena |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2003 | 2007Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 102,669 GT | 114,147 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,470 | 3,780 |
| Space per Passenger | 29.6 GT | 30.2 GT |
| Length | 272.2 m | 289.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Costa Fortuna vs Costa Serena
Age
Costa Serena was built in 2007, making it 4 years newer than Costa Fortuna, which was built in 2003.
Size
At 114,147 GT, Costa Serena is approximately 11% larger by gross tonnage than Costa Fortuna at 102,669 GT.
Passenger capacity
Costa Serena carries up to 3,780 passengers compared with 3,470 aboard Costa Fortuna, a difference of 310 passengers.
Passenger space
Costa Serena 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 Fortuna (Eastern Mediterranean) and Costa Serena (Asia) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Costa Fortuna has the lower average starting price per day at $203 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
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.
Costa Serena
Asia from Busan
- Departure Port
- Busan
- Region
- Asia
- Nights
- 4
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 2, 2026Busan
- Day 2 · Sep 3, 2026Sasebo
- Day 3 · Sep 4, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 5, 2026Shanghai
- Day 5 · Sep 6, 2026Seogwipo
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Costa Fortuna
September 6, 2026
5-Night Eastern Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Istanbul
From
$840
Price / day
$168
Costa Serena
September 2, 2026
4-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Busan
From
$1,428
Price / day
$357
September 2, 2026
1-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Busan
From
$314
Price / day
$314
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Costa Fortuna
Average
$203 / day
VS
Costa Serena
Average
$336 / day
Costa Fortuna has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$203/day vs $336/day
About $133 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 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.
- 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 Costa Serena.
Choose Costa Serena 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 Asia.
- Departing from Busan works for your plans.
Costa Fortuna vs Costa Serena: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Costa Serena
Built in 2007
4 years newer
Bigger
Costa Serena
114,147 GT
11% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Costa Fortuna
$203 / day
About $133 less per day
- Costa Serena is 4 years newer.
- Costa Serena is 11% larger by gross tonnage.
- Costa Serena carries 310 more passengers.
- Costa Serena offers more space per passenger (30.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Costa Fortuna or Costa Serena?
Costa Serena is newer. It was built in 2007, while Costa Fortuna was built in 2003, making Costa Serena 4 years newer.
Which is bigger, Costa Fortuna or Costa Serena?
Costa Serena 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 Serena has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,780, compared with 3,470 for Costa Fortuna.
Which ship is more spacious, Costa Fortuna or Costa Serena?
Costa Serena 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.
Which ship is cheaper, Costa Fortuna or Costa Serena?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Costa Fortuna has the lower average starting price per day at $203 per day versus $336 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Costa Fortuna sail?
The upcoming Costa Fortuna sailings currently listed cover Eastern Mediterranean, departing from Piraeus and Istanbul.
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