September 8, 2026
4-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Shanghai
From
$479
Price / day
$120
MSC Bellissima|MSC World Europa
MSC Bellissima vs MSC World Europa
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
MSC World Europa
Built in 2022
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
MSC World Europa
31.9 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
MSC Bellissima vs MSC World Europa: Quick Comparison
MSC World Europa is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2022, it is 3 years newer than MSC Bellissima, which entered service in 2019. MSC World Europa is approximately 26% larger by gross tonnage at 215,863 GT. MSC World Europa also carries 1,060 more passengers. MSC Bellissima has upcoming sailings in Asia. 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 | MSC Bellissima | MSC World Europa |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2019 | 2022Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 171,500 GT | 215,863 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 5,714 | 6,774 |
| Space per Passenger | 30 GT | 31.9 GT |
| Length | 315 m | 333.3 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: MSC Bellissima vs MSC World Europa
Age
MSC World Europa was built in 2022, making it 3 years newer than MSC Bellissima, which was built in 2019.
Size
At 215,863 GT, MSC World Europa is approximately 26% larger by gross tonnage than MSC Bellissima at 171,500 GT.
Passenger capacity
MSC World Europa carries up to 6,774 passengers compared with 5,714 aboard MSC Bellissima, a difference of 1,060 passengers.
Passenger space
MSC World Europa offers more space per passenger: 31.9 GT per guest, compared with 30 aboard MSC Bellissima. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for MSC Bellissima (Asia) and MSC World Europa currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
MSC Bellissima
Asia
- Departure Port
- Shanghai
- Region
- Asia
- Nights
- 4
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 8, 2026Shanghai
- Day 2 · Sep 9, 2026Gangjeong/Jeju Island
- Day 3 · Sep 10, 2026Busan
- Day 4 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 12, 2026Shanghai
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
MSC Bellissima
September 16, 2026
4-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Shanghai
From
$479
Price / day
$120
MSC World Europa
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MSC Bellissima
Average
$120 / day
VS
MSC World Europa
Average
$0 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MSC Bellissima if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Asia.
- Departing from Shanghai works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than MSC World Europa.
Choose MSC World Europa 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).
MSC Bellissima vs MSC World Europa: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MSC World Europa
Built in 2022
3 years newer
Bigger
MSC World Europa
215,863 GT
26% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- MSC World Europa is 3 years newer.
- MSC World Europa is 26% larger by gross tonnage.
- MSC World Europa carries 1,060 more passengers.
- MSC World Europa offers more space per passenger (31.9 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MSC Bellissima or MSC World Europa?
MSC World Europa is newer. It was built in 2022, while MSC Bellissima was built in 2019, making MSC World Europa 3 years newer.
Which is bigger, MSC Bellissima or MSC World Europa?
MSC World Europa is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 215,863 GT compared with MSC Bellissima at 171,500 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
MSC World Europa has a passenger capacity of approximately 6,774, compared with 5,714 for MSC Bellissima.
Which ship is more spacious, MSC Bellissima or MSC World Europa?
MSC World Europa has the higher passenger space ratio at 31.9 GT per passenger, versus 30 for MSC Bellissima. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does MSC Bellissima sail?
The upcoming MSC Bellissima sailings currently listed cover Asia, departing from Shanghai.
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