September 4, 2026
3-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Fort Lauderdale
From
$1,435
Price / day
$478
Disney Destiny|Disney Wonder
Disney Destiny vs Disney Wonder
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Disney Destiny
Disney Cruise Line
Check prices on CruiseDirectVS
Newer Ship
Disney Destiny
Built in 2025
26 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Disney Wonder
$361 / day
$14 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Disney Destiny
35 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Disney Destiny vs Disney Wonder: Quick Comparison
Disney Destiny is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2025, it is 26 years newer than Disney Wonder, which entered service in 1999. Disney Destiny is approximately 71% larger by gross tonnage at 144,000 GT. Disney Destiny also carries 791 more passengers. Disney Destiny has upcoming sailings in Bahamas, while Disney Wonder has sailings in Alaska. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Disney Wonder 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 | Disney Destiny | Disney Wonder |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2025Newer | 1999 |
| Gross Tonnage | 144,000 GT | 84,130 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 4,116 | 3,325 |
| Space per Passenger | 35 GT | 25.3 GT |
| Length | 341.8 m | 294 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Disney Destiny vs Disney Wonder
Age
Disney Destiny was built in 2025, making it 26 years newer than Disney Wonder, which was built in 1999.
Size
At 144,000 GT, Disney Destiny is approximately 71% larger by gross tonnage than Disney Wonder at 84,130 GT.
Passenger capacity
Disney Destiny carries up to 4,116 passengers compared with 3,325 aboard Disney Wonder, a difference of 791 passengers.
Passenger space
Disney Destiny offers more space per passenger: 35 GT per guest, compared with 25.3 aboard Disney Wonder. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Disney Destiny (Bahamas) and Disney Wonder (Alaska) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Disney Wonder has the lower average starting price per day at $361 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Disney Destiny
3-Night Bahamian Cruise from Fort Lauderdale
- Departure Port
- Fort Lauderdale
- Region
- Bahamas
- Nights
- 3
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Fort Lauderdale
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026Disney Castaway Cay
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026Nassau
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Fort Lauderdale
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Disney Wonder
7-Night Alaskan Cruise from Vancouver
- Departure Port
- Vancouver
- Region
- Alaska
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 7, 2026Vancouver
- Day 2 · Sep 8, 2026Glacier Viewing
- Day 3 · Sep 9, 2026Skagway
- Day 4 · Sep 10, 2026Juneau
- Day 5 · Sep 11, 2026Ketchikan
- Day 6 · Sep 12, 2026Vancouver
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Disney Destiny
September 7, 2026
4-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Fort Lauderdale
From
$1,089
Price / day
$272
Disney Wonder
September 7, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$2,573
Price / day
$368
September 14, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$2,475
Price / day
$354
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Disney Destiny
Average
$375 / day
VS
Disney Wonder
Average
$361 / day
Disney Wonder has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$361/day vs $375/day
About $14 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 Disney Destiny 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 Bahamas.
- Departing from Fort Lauderdale works for your plans.
Choose Disney Wonder if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Alaska.
- Departing from Vancouver 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 Disney Destiny.
Disney Destiny vs Disney Wonder: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Disney Destiny
Built in 2025
26 years newer
Bigger
Disney Destiny
144,000 GT
71% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Disney Wonder
$361 / day
About $14 less per day
- Disney Destiny is 26 years newer.
- Disney Destiny is 71% larger by gross tonnage.
- Disney Destiny carries 791 more passengers.
- Disney Destiny offers more space per passenger (35 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Disney Destiny or Disney Wonder?
Disney Destiny is newer. It was built in 2025, while Disney Wonder was built in 1999, making Disney Destiny 26 years newer.
Which is bigger, Disney Destiny or Disney Wonder?
Disney Destiny is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 144,000 GT compared with Disney Wonder at 84,130 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Disney Destiny has a passenger capacity of approximately 4,116, compared with 3,325 for Disney Wonder.
Which ship is more spacious, Disney Destiny or Disney Wonder?
Disney Destiny has the higher passenger space ratio at 35 GT per passenger, versus 25.3 for Disney Wonder. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Disney Destiny or Disney Wonder?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Disney Wonder has the lower average starting price per day at $361 per day versus $375 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Disney Destiny sail?
The upcoming Disney Destiny sailings currently listed cover Bahamas, departing from Fort Lauderdale.
Related Cruise Ship Comparisons
Explore Upcoming Cruises
Disney Destiny
Disney Cruise Line
Disney Wonder
Disney Cruise Line