September 8, 2026
4-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Shanghai
From
$479
Price / day
$120
MSC Meraviglia|MSC Bellissima
MSC Meraviglia vs MSC Bellissima
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
MSC Meraviglia
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Newer Ship
MSC Bellissima
Built in 2019
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
MSC Bellissima
30.3 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
MSC Meraviglia vs MSC Bellissima: Quick Comparison
MSC Bellissima is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2019, it is 2 years newer than MSC Meraviglia, which entered service in 2017. MSC Meraviglia also carries 60 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 Meraviglia | MSC Bellissima |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2017 | 2019Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 171,598 GT | 171,598 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 5,714 | 5,654 |
| Space per Passenger | 30 GT | 30.3 GT |
| Length | 315 m | 315 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 2,214 | 2,217 |
Key Differences: MSC Meraviglia vs MSC Bellissima
Age
MSC Bellissima was built in 2019, making it 2 years newer than MSC Meraviglia, which was built in 2017.
Passenger capacity
MSC Meraviglia carries up to 5,714 passengers compared with 5,654 aboard MSC Bellissima, a difference of 60 passengers.
Passenger space
MSC Bellissima offers more space per passenger: 30.3 GT per guest, compared with 30 aboard MSC Meraviglia. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for MSC Meraviglia and MSC Bellissima (Asia) 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 Meraviglia
MSC Bellissima
September 16, 2026
4-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Shanghai
From
$479
Price / day
$120
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MSC Meraviglia
Average
$0 / day
VS
MSC Bellissima
Average
$120 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MSC Meraviglia if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than MSC Bellissima.
Choose MSC Bellissima if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Asia.
- Departing from Shanghai works for your plans.
MSC Meraviglia vs MSC Bellissima: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MSC Bellissima
Built in 2019
2 years newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- MSC Bellissima is 2 years newer.
- Both ships have the same gross tonnage.
- MSC Meraviglia carries 60 more passengers.
- MSC Bellissima offers more space per passenger (30.3 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MSC Meraviglia or MSC Bellissima?
MSC Bellissima is newer. It was built in 2019, while MSC Meraviglia was built in 2017, making MSC Bellissima 2 years newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
MSC Meraviglia has a passenger capacity of approximately 5,714, compared with 5,654 for MSC Bellissima.
Which ship is more spacious, MSC Meraviglia or MSC Bellissima?
MSC Bellissima has the higher passenger space ratio at 30.3 GT per passenger, versus 30 for MSC Meraviglia. 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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