September 2, 2026
4-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$1,287
Price / day
$322
Disney Fantasy|Disney Magic
Disney Fantasy vs Disney Magic
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Disney Fantasy
Disney Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Disney Fantasy
Built in 2012
14 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Disney Fantasy
$297 / day
$179 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Disney Fantasy vs Disney Magic: Quick Comparison
Disney Fantasy is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2012, it is 14 years newer than Disney Magic, which entered service in 1998. Disney Fantasy is approximately 55% larger by gross tonnage at 129,750 GT. Disney Fantasy has upcoming sailings in Bahamas, while Disney Magic has sailings in Alaska. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Disney Fantasy 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 Fantasy | Disney Magic |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2012Newer | 1998 |
| Gross Tonnage | 129,750 GT | 83,969 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | — | 3,600 |
| Space per Passenger | — | 23.3 GT |
| Length | 339.8 m | 294 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Disney Fantasy vs Disney Magic
Age
Disney Fantasy was built in 2012, making it 14 years newer than Disney Magic, which was built in 1998.
Size
At 129,750 GT, Disney Fantasy is approximately 55% larger by gross tonnage than Disney Magic at 83,969 GT.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Disney Fantasy (Bahamas) and Disney Magic (Alaska) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Disney Fantasy has the lower average starting price per day at $297 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Disney Fantasy
4-Night Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral
- Departure Port
- Port Canaveral
- Region
- Bahamas
- Nights
- 4
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 2, 2026Port Canaveral
- Day 2 · Sep 3, 2026Disney Castaway Cay
- Day 3 · Sep 4, 2026Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point
- Day 4 · Sep 5, 2026Port Canaveral
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Disney Magic
7-Night Alaskan Cruise from Vancouver
- Departure Port
- Vancouver
- Region
- Alaska
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 3, 2026Vancouver
- Day 2 · Sep 4, 2026Glacier Viewing
- Day 3 · Sep 5, 2026Skagway
- Day 4 · Sep 6, 2026Icy Strait Point
- Day 5 · Sep 7, 2026Ketchikan
- Day 6 · Sep 8, 2026Vancouver
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Disney Fantasy
September 6, 2026
5-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$1,362
Price / day
$272
Disney Magic
September 3, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$1,572
Price / day
$225
September 10, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$5,086
Price / day
$727
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Disney Fantasy
Average
$297 / day
VS
Disney Magic
Average
$476 / day
Disney Fantasy has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$297/day vs $476/day
About $179 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 Fantasy if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You want to sail in Bahamas.
- Departing from Port Canaveral works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Choose Disney Magic if…
- You want to sail in Alaska.
- Departing from Vancouver works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Disney Fantasy.
Disney Fantasy vs Disney Magic: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Disney Fantasy
Built in 2012
14 years newer
Bigger
Disney Fantasy
129,750 GT
55% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Disney Fantasy
$297 / day
About $179 less per day
- Disney Fantasy is 14 years newer.
- Disney Fantasy is 55% larger by gross tonnage.
- Passenger capacity is not available for both ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Disney Fantasy or Disney Magic?
Disney Fantasy is newer. It was built in 2012, while Disney Magic was built in 1998, making Disney Fantasy 14 years newer.
Which is bigger, Disney Fantasy or Disney Magic?
Disney Fantasy is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 129,750 GT compared with Disney Magic at 83,969 GT.
Which ship is cheaper, Disney Fantasy or Disney Magic?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Disney Fantasy has the lower average starting price per day at $297 per day versus $476 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Disney Fantasy sail?
The upcoming Disney Fantasy sailings currently listed cover Bahamas, departing from Port Canaveral.
Where does Disney Magic sail?
The upcoming Disney Magic sailings currently listed cover Alaska, departing from Vancouver.
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