September 2, 2026
7-Night Western Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Valencia
From
$1,173
Price / day
$168
Costa Pacifica|Costa Serena
Costa Pacifica vs Costa Serena
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Costa Pacifica
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Newer Ship
Costa Pacifica
Built in 2009
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Costa Pacifica
$148 / day
$188 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Costa Pacifica
30.3 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Costa Pacifica vs Costa Serena: Quick Comparison
Costa Pacifica is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2009, it is 2 years newer than Costa Serena, which entered service in 2007. Costa Pacifica is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage at 114,500 GT. Costa Pacifica has upcoming sailings in Western Mediterranean, while Costa Serena has sailings in Asia. 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 Serena |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2009Newer | 2007 |
| Gross Tonnage | 114,500 GT | 114,147 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,780 | 3,780 |
| Space per Passenger | 30.3 GT | 30.2 GT |
| Length | 290 m | 289.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Costa Pacifica vs Costa Serena
Age
Costa Pacifica was built in 2009, making it 2 years newer than Costa Serena, which was built in 2007.
Size
At 114,500 GT, Costa Pacifica is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage than Costa Serena at 114,147 GT.
Passenger space
Costa Pacifica offers more space per passenger: 30.3 GT per guest, compared with 30.2 aboard Costa Serena. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Costa Pacifica (Western Mediterranean) and Costa Serena (Asia) 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 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 Pacifica
September 5, 2026
7-Night Western Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Civitavecchia
From
$899
Price / day
$128
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 Pacifica
Average
$148 / day
VS
Costa Serena
Average
$336 / day
Costa Pacifica has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$148/day vs $336/day
About $188 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 newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- 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.
Choose Costa Serena if…
- You want to sail in Asia.
- Departing from Busan works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Costa Pacifica.
Costa Pacifica vs Costa Serena: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Costa Pacifica
Built in 2009
2 years newer
Bigger
Costa Pacifica
114,500 GT
0% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Costa Pacifica
$148 / day
About $188 less per day
- Costa Pacifica is 2 years newer.
- Costa Pacifica is 0% larger by gross tonnage.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
- Costa Pacifica offers more space per passenger (30.3 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Costa Pacifica or Costa Serena?
Costa Pacifica is newer. It was built in 2009, while Costa Serena was built in 2007, making Costa Pacifica 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, Costa Pacifica or Costa Serena?
Costa Pacifica is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 114,500 GT compared with Costa Serena at 114,147 GT.
Which ship is more spacious, Costa Pacifica or Costa Serena?
Costa Pacifica has the higher passenger space ratio at 30.3 GT per passenger, versus 30.2 for Costa Serena. 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 Serena?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Costa Pacifica has the lower average starting price per day at $148 per day versus $336 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.
Where does Costa Serena sail?
The upcoming Costa Serena sailings currently listed cover Asia, departing from Busan.
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