September 3, 2026
2-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$449
Price / day
$225
Harmony of the Seas|Symphony of the Seas
Harmony of the Seas vs Symphony of the Seas
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Harmony of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
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Symphony of the Seas
Royal Caribbean International
Check prices on CruiseDirectNewer Ship
Symphony of the Seas
Built in 2018
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Symphony of the Seas
$111 / day
$89 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Symphony of the Seas
103.7 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Harmony of the Seas vs Symphony of the Seas: Quick Comparison
Symphony of the Seas is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2018, it is 2 years newer than Harmony of the Seas, which entered service in 2016. Symphony of the Seas is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage at 228,081 GT. Harmony of the Seas has upcoming sailings in Bahamas and Caribbean, while Symphony of the Seas has sailings in Caribbean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Symphony of the Seas has the lower average starting price per day. The sailings shown cover a similar region and trip length, so the price per day figures are reasonably close to like-for-like. 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 | Harmony of the Seas | Symphony of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2016 | 2018Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 226,963 GT | 228,081 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,200 | 2,200 |
| Space per Passenger | 103.2 GT | 103.7 GT |
| Length | 362.12 m | 361.011 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Harmony of the Seas vs Symphony of the Seas
Age
Symphony of the Seas was built in 2018, making it 2 years newer than Harmony of the Seas, which was built in 2016.
Size
At 228,081 GT, Symphony of the Seas is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage than Harmony of the Seas at 226,963 GT.
Passenger space
Symphony of the Seas offers more space per passenger: 103.7 GT per guest, compared with 103.2 aboard Harmony of the Seas. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Harmony of the Seas and Symphony of the Seas cover a similar region and trip length.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Symphony of the Seas has the lower average starting price per day at $111 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Harmony of the Seas
Perfect Day Getaway Cruise
- Departure Port
- Port Canaveral
- Region
- Bahamas
- Nights
- 2
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 3, 2026Port Canaveral
- Day 2 · Sep 4, 2026Perfect Day CocoCay
- Day 3 · Sep 5, 2026Port Canaveral
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Symphony of the Seas
Western Caribbean Cruise
- Departure Port
- Galveston
- Region
- Caribbean
- Nights
- 6
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Galveston
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Puerto Costa Maya
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Roatan
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Cozumel
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026Galveston
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Harmony of the Seas
September 5, 2026
5-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$876
Price / day
$175
Symphony of the Seas
September 6, 2026
6-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Galveston
From
$707
Price / day
$118
September 12, 2026
8-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Galveston
From
$827
Price / day
$103
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Harmony of the Seas
Average
$200 / day
VS
Symphony of the Seas
Average
$111 / day
Symphony of the Seas is currently 45% cheaper per day for comparable sailings
$111/day vs $200/day
About $89 less per day
This comparison is based on the upcoming sailings currently shown.
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Harmony of the Seas if…
- You want to sail in Bahamas and Caribbean.
- Departing from Port Canaveral works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Symphony of the Seas.
Choose Symphony of the Seas 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 Caribbean.
- Departing from Galveston works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Harmony of the Seas vs Symphony of the Seas: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Symphony of the Seas
Built in 2018
2 years newer
Bigger
Symphony of the Seas
228,081 GT
0% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Symphony of the Seas
$111 / day
About $89 less per day
- Symphony of the Seas is 2 years newer.
- Symphony of the Seas is 0% larger by gross tonnage.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
- Symphony of the Seas offers more space per passenger (103.7 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Harmony of the Seas or Symphony of the Seas?
Symphony of the Seas is newer. It was built in 2018, while Harmony of the Seas was built in 2016, making Symphony of the Seas 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, Harmony of the Seas or Symphony of the Seas?
Symphony of the Seas is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 228,081 GT compared with Harmony of the Seas at 226,963 GT.
Which ship is more spacious, Harmony of the Seas or Symphony of the Seas?
Symphony of the Seas has the higher passenger space ratio at 103.7 GT per passenger, versus 103.2 for Harmony of the Seas. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Harmony of the Seas or Symphony of the Seas?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Symphony of the Seas has the lower average starting price per day at $111 per day versus $200 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Harmony of the Seas sail?
The upcoming Harmony of the Seas sailings currently listed cover Bahamas and Caribbean, departing from Port Canaveral.
Where does Symphony of the Seas sail?
The upcoming Symphony of the Seas sailings currently listed cover Caribbean, departing from Galveston.
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