October 9, 2026
7-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Valletta
From
$1,077
Price / day
$154
MSC Splendida|MSC Divina
MSC Splendida vs MSC Divina
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
MSC Divina
Built in 2012
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
MSC Divina
$103 / day
$35 less per day
More Spacious Ship
MSC Divina
32 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
MSC Splendida vs MSC Divina: Quick Comparison
MSC Divina is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2012, it is 3 years newer than MSC Splendida, which entered service in 2009. MSC Divina is approximately 1% larger by gross tonnage at 139,072 GT. MSC Splendida also carries 18 more passengers. MSC Splendida has upcoming sailings in Mediterranean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, MSC Divina 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 | MSC Splendida | MSC Divina |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2009 | 2012Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 137,936 GT | 139,072 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 4,363 | 4,345 |
| Space per Passenger | 31.6 GT | 32 GT |
| Length | 333 m | 333.33 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | 1,682 | 1,751 |
Key Differences: MSC Splendida vs MSC Divina
Age
MSC Divina was built in 2012, making it 3 years newer than MSC Splendida, which was built in 2009.
Size
At 139,072 GT, MSC Divina is approximately 1% larger by gross tonnage than MSC Splendida at 137,936 GT.
Passenger capacity
MSC Splendida carries up to 4,363 passengers compared with 4,345 aboard MSC Divina, a difference of 18 passengers.
Passenger space
MSC Divina offers more space per passenger: 32 GT per guest, compared with 31.6 aboard MSC Splendida. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for MSC Splendida (Mediterranean) and MSC Divina currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, MSC Divina has the lower average starting price per day at $103 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
MSC Splendida
Mediterranean
- Departure Port
- Valletta
- Region
- Mediterranean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Oct 9, 2026Valletta
- Day 2 · Oct 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Oct 11, 2026Barcelona
- Day 4 · Oct 12, 2026Marseille
- Day 5 · Oct 13, 2026Livorno
- Day 6 · Oct 14, 2026Cagliari
- Day 7 · Oct 15, 2026Palermo
- Day 8 · Oct 16, 2026Valletta
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
MSC Divina
MSC Grand Voyages
- Departure Port
- Genoa
- Region
- Cruise
- Nights
- 15
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Oct 31, 2026Genoa
- Day 2 · Nov 1, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Nov 2, 2026Tarragona
- Day 4 · Nov 3, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Nov 4, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Nov 5, 2026Santa Cruz de Tenerife
- Day 7 · Nov 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Nov 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Nov 8, 2026At Sea
- Day 10 · Nov 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 11 · Nov 10, 2026At Sea
- Day 12 · Nov 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 13 · Nov 12, 2026Salvador
- Day 14 · Nov 13, 2026At Sea
- Day 15 · Nov 14, 2026At Sea
- Day 16 · Nov 15, 2026Rio de Janeiro
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
MSC Splendida
April 3, 2027
15-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Rio de Janeiro
From
$1,830
Price / day
$122
MSC Divina
October 31, 2026
15-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Genoa
From
$1,170
Price / day
$78
March 14, 2027
18-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Santos
From
$2,287
Price / day
$127
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MSC Splendida
Average
$138 / day
VS
MSC Divina
Average
$103 / day
MSC Divina has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$103/day vs $138/day
About $35 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 MSC Splendida if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Mediterranean.
- Departing from Valletta and Rio de Janeiro works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than MSC Divina.
Choose MSC Divina if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- Departing from Genoa and Santos works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
MSC Splendida vs MSC Divina: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
MSC Divina
Built in 2012
3 years newer
Bigger
MSC Divina
139,072 GT
1% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
MSC Divina
$103 / day
About $35 less per day
- MSC Divina is 3 years newer.
- MSC Divina is 1% larger by gross tonnage.
- MSC Splendida carries 18 more passengers.
- MSC Divina offers more space per passenger (32 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, MSC Splendida or MSC Divina?
MSC Divina is newer. It was built in 2012, while MSC Splendida was built in 2009, making MSC Divina 3 years newer.
Which is bigger, MSC Splendida or MSC Divina?
MSC Divina is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 139,072 GT compared with MSC Splendida at 137,936 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
MSC Splendida has a passenger capacity of approximately 4,363, compared with 4,345 for MSC Divina.
Which ship is more spacious, MSC Splendida or MSC Divina?
MSC Divina has the higher passenger space ratio at 32 GT per passenger, versus 31.6 for MSC Splendida. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, MSC Splendida or MSC Divina?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, MSC Divina has the lower average starting price per day at $103 per day versus $138 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does MSC Splendida sail?
The upcoming MSC Splendida sailings currently listed cover Mediterranean, departing from Valletta and Rio de Janeiro.
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