September 13, 2026
7-Night Galapagos Islands Cruise
Departing from Baltra Island
From
$9,053
Price / day
$1,293
MV Hondius|Celebrity Flora
MV Hondius vs Celebrity Flora
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
MV Hondius
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Newer Ship
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Celebrity Flora
59.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
MV Hondius vs Celebrity Flora: Quick Comparison
MV Hondius and Celebrity Flora both entered service in 2019. MV Hondius is approximately 11% larger by gross tonnage at 6,603 GT. MV Hondius also carries 70 more passengers. Celebrity Flora has upcoming sailings in Galapagos Islands. 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 | MV Hondius | Celebrity Flora |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2019 | 2019 |
| Gross Tonnage | 6,603 GT | 5,922 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 170 | 100 |
| Space per Passenger | 38.8 GT | 59.2 GT |
| Length | 107.6 m | 101.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: MV Hondius vs Celebrity Flora
Age
MV Hondius and Celebrity Flora were both built in 2019.
Size
At 6,603 GT, MV Hondius is approximately 11% larger by gross tonnage than Celebrity Flora at 5,922 GT.
Passenger capacity
MV Hondius carries up to 170 passengers compared with 100 aboard Celebrity Flora, a difference of 70 passengers.
Passenger space
Celebrity Flora offers more space per passenger: 59.2 GT per guest, compared with 38.8 aboard MV Hondius. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for MV Hondius and Celebrity Flora (Galapagos Islands) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Celebrity Flora
Galapagos Inner Loop Itinerary
- Departure Port
- Baltra Island
- Region
- Galapagos Islands
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 13, 2026Baltra Island
- Day 2 · Sep 14, 2026Egas Port
- Day 3 · Sep 15, 2026Rabida Island
- Day 4 · Sep 16, 2026Elizabeth Bay
- Day 5 · Sep 17, 2026Tagus Cove
- Day 6 · Sep 18, 2026Sullivan Bay
- Day 7 · Sep 19, 2026Bartolome Island
- Day 8 · Sep 20, 2026Las Bachas
- Day 9 · Sep 21, 2026Daphne Island
- Day 10 · Sep 22, 2026North Seymour Island
- Day 11 · Sep 23, 2026Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
- Day 12 · Sep 24, 2026Punta Pitt
- Day 13 · Sep 25, 2026Puerto Ayora
- Day 14 · Sep 26, 2026Baltra Island
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
MV Hondius
Celebrity Flora
September 13, 2026
10-Night Galapagos Islands Cruise
Departing from Baltra Island
From
$11,053
Price / day
$1,105
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
MV Hondius
Average
$0 / day
VS
Celebrity Flora
Average
$1,199 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose MV Hondius if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
Choose Celebrity Flora if…
- 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 Galapagos Islands.
- Departing from Baltra Island works for your plans.
MV Hondius vs Celebrity Flora: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Both ships are the same
Bigger
MV Hondius
6,603 GT
11% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Both ships were built in 2019.
- MV Hondius is 11% larger by gross tonnage.
- MV Hondius carries 70 more passengers.
- Celebrity Flora offers more space per passenger (59.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, MV Hondius or Celebrity Flora?
MV Hondius is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 6,603 GT compared with Celebrity Flora at 5,922 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
MV Hondius has a passenger capacity of approximately 170, compared with 100 for Celebrity Flora.
Which ship is more spacious, MV Hondius or Celebrity Flora?
Celebrity Flora has the higher passenger space ratio at 59.2 GT per passenger, versus 38.8 for MV Hondius. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Celebrity Flora sail?
The upcoming Celebrity Flora sailings currently listed cover Galapagos Islands, departing from Baltra Island.
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