September 3, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$1,572
Price / day
$225
Disney Magic|Disney Dream
Disney Magic vs Disney Dream
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Disney Magic
Disney Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Disney Dream
Built in 2010
12 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Disney Dream
$414 / day
$62 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Disney Dream
32.4 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Disney Magic vs Disney Dream: Quick Comparison
Disney Dream is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2010, it is 12 years newer than Disney Magic, which entered service in 1998. Disney Dream is approximately 54% larger by gross tonnage at 129,690 GT. Disney Dream also carries 400 more passengers. Disney Magic has upcoming sailings in Alaska, while Disney Dream has sailings in Europe and Transatlantic. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Disney Dream 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 Magic | Disney Dream |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1998 | 2010Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 83,969 GT | 129,690 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,600 | 4,000 |
| Space per Passenger | 23.3 GT | 32.4 GT |
| Length | 294 m | 339.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Disney Magic vs Disney Dream
Age
Disney Dream was built in 2010, making it 12 years newer than Disney Magic, which was built in 1998.
Size
At 129,690 GT, Disney Dream is approximately 54% larger by gross tonnage than Disney Magic at 83,969 GT.
Passenger capacity
Disney Dream carries up to 4,000 passengers compared with 3,600 aboard Disney Magic, a difference of 400 passengers.
Passenger space
Disney Dream offers more space per passenger: 32.4 GT per guest, compared with 23.3 aboard Disney Magic. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Disney Magic (Alaska) and Disney Dream (Europe and Transatlantic) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Disney Dream has the lower average starting price per day at $414 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
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.
Disney Dream
7-Night British Isles Cruise from Southampton
- Departure Port
- Southampton
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 7, 2026Southampton
- Day 2 · Sep 8, 2026Liverpool
- Day 3 · Sep 9, 2026Greenock
- Day 4 · Sep 10, 2026Cobh
- Day 5 · Sep 11, 2026Portland
- Day 6 · Sep 12, 2026Southampton
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Disney Magic
September 10, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$5,086
Price / day
$727
Disney Dream
September 7, 2026
7-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Southampton
From
$4,360
Price / day
$623
September 14, 2026
13-Night Transatlantic Cruise
Departing from Southampton
From
$2,651
Price / day
$204
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Disney Magic
Average
$476 / day
VS
Disney Dream
Average
$414 / day
Disney Dream has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$414/day vs $476/day
About $62 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 Magic if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- 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 Dream.
Choose Disney Dream 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 Europe and Transatlantic.
- Departing from Southampton works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Disney Magic vs Disney Dream: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Disney Dream
Built in 2010
12 years newer
Bigger
Disney Dream
129,690 GT
54% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Disney Dream
$414 / day
About $62 less per day
- Disney Dream is 12 years newer.
- Disney Dream is 54% larger by gross tonnage.
- Disney Dream carries 400 more passengers.
- Disney Dream offers more space per passenger (32.4 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Disney Magic or Disney Dream?
Disney Dream is newer. It was built in 2010, while Disney Magic was built in 1998, making Disney Dream 12 years newer.
Which is bigger, Disney Magic or Disney Dream?
Disney Dream is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 129,690 GT compared with Disney Magic at 83,969 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Disney Dream has a passenger capacity of approximately 4,000, compared with 3,600 for Disney Magic.
Which ship is more spacious, Disney Magic or Disney Dream?
Disney Dream has the higher passenger space ratio at 32.4 GT per passenger, versus 23.3 for Disney Magic. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Disney Magic or Disney Dream?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Disney Dream has the lower average starting price per day at $414 per day versus $476 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Disney Magic sail?
The upcoming Disney Magic sailings currently listed cover Alaska, departing from Vancouver.
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