September 7, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$2,573
Price / day
$368
Disney Wonder|Disney Wish
Disney Wonder vs Disney Wish
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Disney Wish
Built in 2022
23 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Disney Wonder
$361 / day
$23 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Disney Wish
35 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Disney Wonder vs Disney Wish: Quick Comparison
Disney Wish is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2022, it is 23 years newer than Disney Wonder, which entered service in 1999. Disney Wish is approximately 71% larger by gross tonnage at 144,000 GT. Disney Wish also carries 791 more passengers. Disney Wonder has upcoming sailings in Alaska, while Disney Wish has sailings in Bahamas. 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 Wonder | Disney Wish |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1999 | 2022Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 84,130 GT | 144,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,325 | 4,116 |
| Space per Passenger | 25.3 GT | 35 GT |
| Length | 294 m | 341 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Disney Wonder vs Disney Wish
Age
Disney Wish was built in 2022, making it 23 years newer than Disney Wonder, which was built in 1999.
Size
At 144,000 GT, Disney Wish is approximately 71% larger by gross tonnage than Disney Wonder at 84,130 GT.
Passenger capacity
Disney Wish carries up to 4,116 passengers compared with 3,325 aboard Disney Wonder, a difference of 791 passengers.
Passenger space
Disney Wish 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 Wonder (Alaska) and Disney Wish (Bahamas) 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 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.
Disney Wish
3-Night Halloween on the High Seas Bahamian Cruise from Port Canaveral
- Departure Port
- Port Canaveral
- Region
- Bahamas
- Nights
- 3
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Port Canaveral
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026Nassau
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026Disney Castaway Cay
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Port Canaveral
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Disney Wonder
September 14, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$2,475
Price / day
$354
Disney Wish
September 4, 2026
3-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$1,366
Price / day
$455
September 7, 2026
4-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$1,253
Price / day
$313
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Disney Wonder
Average
$361 / day
VS
Disney Wish
Average
$384 / day
Disney Wonder has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$361/day vs $384/day
About $23 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 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 Wish.
Choose Disney Wish 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 Port Canaveral works for your plans.
Disney Wonder vs Disney Wish: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Disney Wish
Built in 2022
23 years newer
Bigger
Disney Wish
144,000 GT
71% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Disney Wonder
$361 / day
About $23 less per day
- Disney Wish is 23 years newer.
- Disney Wish is 71% larger by gross tonnage.
- Disney Wish carries 791 more passengers.
- Disney Wish offers more space per passenger (35 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Disney Wonder or Disney Wish?
Disney Wish is newer. It was built in 2022, while Disney Wonder was built in 1999, making Disney Wish 23 years newer.
Which is bigger, Disney Wonder or Disney Wish?
Disney Wish 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 Wish has a passenger capacity of approximately 4,116, compared with 3,325 for Disney Wonder.
Which ship is more spacious, Disney Wonder or Disney Wish?
Disney Wish 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 Wonder or Disney Wish?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Disney Wonder has the lower average starting price per day at $361 per day versus $384 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Disney Wonder sail?
The upcoming Disney Wonder sailings currently listed cover Alaska, departing from Vancouver.
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