September 2, 2026
7-Night Western Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Valencia
From
$1,173
Price / day
$168
Costa Pacifica|Costa Fascinosa
Costa Pacifica vs Costa Fascinosa
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Costa Fascinosa
Built in 2012
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Costa Pacifica
$148 / day
$79 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Costa Pacifica
30.3 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Costa Pacifica vs Costa Fascinosa: Quick Comparison
Costa Fascinosa is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2012, it is 3 years newer than Costa Pacifica, which entered service in 2009. Costa Pacifica is approximately 1% larger by gross tonnage at 114,500 GT. Costa Fascinosa also carries 20 more passengers. Costa Pacifica has upcoming sailings in Western Mediterranean, while Costa Fascinosa has sailings in Eastern Mediterranean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Costa Pacifica 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 Pacifica | Costa Fascinosa |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2009 | 2012Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 114,500 GT | 113,321 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,780 | 3,800 |
| Space per Passenger | 30.3 GT | 29.8 GT |
| Length | 290 m | 290 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Costa Pacifica vs Costa Fascinosa
Age
Costa Fascinosa was built in 2012, making it 3 years newer than Costa Pacifica, which was built in 2009.
Size
At 114,500 GT, Costa Pacifica is approximately 1% larger by gross tonnage than Costa Fascinosa at 113,321 GT.
Passenger capacity
Costa Fascinosa carries up to 3,800 passengers compared with 3,780 aboard Costa Pacifica, a difference of 20 passengers.
Passenger space
Costa Pacifica offers more space per passenger: 30.3 GT per guest, compared with 29.8 aboard Costa Fascinosa. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Costa Pacifica (Western Mediterranean) and Costa Fascinosa (Eastern Mediterranean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Costa Pacifica has the lower average starting price per day at $148 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Costa Pacifica
Western Mediterranean from Valencia
- Departure Port
- Valencia
- Region
- Western Mediterranean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 2, 2026Valencia
- Day 2 · Sep 3, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 4, 2026Olbia
- Day 4 · Sep 5, 2026Civitavecchia
- Day 5 · Sep 6, 2026Savona
- Day 6 · Sep 7, 2026La Seyne
- Day 7 · Sep 8, 2026Palma de Mallorca
- Day 8 · Sep 9, 2026Valencia
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Costa Fascinosa
Eastern Mediterranean from Piraeus | Athens
- Departure Port
- Piraeus
- Region
- Eastern Mediterranean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 2, 2026Piraeus
- Day 2 · Sep 3, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 4, 2026Valletta
- Day 4 · Sep 5, 2026Catania
- Day 5 · Sep 6, 2026Taranto
- Day 6 · Sep 7, 2026Argostoli
- Day 7 · Sep 8, 2026Mykonos
- Day 8 · Sep 9, 2026Piraeus
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Costa Pacifica
September 5, 2026
7-Night Western Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$899
Price / day
$128
Costa Fascinosa
September 2, 2026
7-Night Eastern Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Piraeus
From
$1,915
Price / day
$274
September 5, 2026
4-Night Eastern Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Catania
From
$719
Price / day
$180
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Costa Pacifica
Average
$148 / day
VS
Costa Fascinosa
Average
$227 / day
Costa Pacifica has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$148/day vs $227/day
About $79 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 Pacifica if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- 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 Western Mediterranean.
- Departing from Valencia 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 Costa Fascinosa.
Choose Costa Fascinosa if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Eastern Mediterranean.
- Departing from Piraeus and Catania works for your plans.
Costa Pacifica vs Costa Fascinosa: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Costa Fascinosa
Built in 2012
3 years newer
Bigger
Costa Pacifica
114,500 GT
1% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Costa Pacifica
$148 / day
About $79 less per day
- Costa Fascinosa is 3 years newer.
- Costa Pacifica is 1% larger by gross tonnage.
- Costa Fascinosa carries 20 more passengers.
- Costa Pacifica offers more space per passenger (30.3 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Costa Pacifica or Costa Fascinosa?
Costa Fascinosa is newer. It was built in 2012, while Costa Pacifica was built in 2009, making Costa Fascinosa 3 years newer.
Which is bigger, Costa Pacifica or Costa Fascinosa?
Costa Pacifica is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 114,500 GT compared with Costa Fascinosa at 113,321 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Costa Fascinosa has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,800, compared with 3,780 for Costa Pacifica.
Which ship is more spacious, Costa Pacifica or Costa Fascinosa?
Costa Pacifica has the higher passenger space ratio at 30.3 GT per passenger, versus 29.8 for Costa Fascinosa. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Costa Pacifica or Costa Fascinosa?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Costa Pacifica has the lower average starting price per day at $148 per day versus $227 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Costa Pacifica sail?
The upcoming Costa Pacifica sailings currently listed cover Western Mediterranean, departing from Valencia and Civitavecchia.
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