September 6, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Boston
From
$689
Price / day
$98
Norwegian Breakaway|Norwegian Getaway
Norwegian Breakaway vs Norwegian Getaway
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Norwegian Getaway
Built in 2014
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Norwegian Breakaway
$109 / day
$64 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Norwegian Breakaway
36.7 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Norwegian Breakaway vs Norwegian Getaway: Quick Comparison
Norwegian Getaway is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2014, it is 1 year newer than Norwegian Breakaway, which entered service in 2013. Norwegian Getaway also carries 59 more passengers. Norwegian Breakaway has upcoming sailings in Canada & New England, while Norwegian Getaway has sailings in Bahamas. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Norwegian Breakaway 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 | Norwegian Breakaway | Norwegian Getaway |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2013 | 2014Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 145,655 GT | 145,655 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,969 | 4,028 |
| Space per Passenger | 36.7 GT | 36.2 GT |
| Length | 325.64 m | 325.65 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Norwegian Breakaway vs Norwegian Getaway
Age
Norwegian Getaway was built in 2014, making it 1 year newer than Norwegian Breakaway, which was built in 2013.
Passenger capacity
Norwegian Getaway carries up to 4,028 passengers compared with 3,969 aboard Norwegian Breakaway, a difference of 59 passengers.
Passenger space
Norwegian Breakaway offers more space per passenger: 36.7 GT per guest, compared with 36.2 aboard Norwegian Getaway. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Norwegian Breakaway (Canada & New England) and Norwegian Getaway (Bahamas) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Norwegian Breakaway has the lower average starting price per day at $109 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Norwegian Breakaway
Canada & New England: Bar Harbor & Halifax
- Departure Port
- Boston
- Region
- Canada & New England
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Boston
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026Portland, Maine
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Bar Harbor
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Halifax
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Saint John
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Boston
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Norwegian Getaway
Bahamas: Great Stirrup Cay & Nassau
- Departure Port
- Miami
- Region
- Bahamas
- Nights
- 3
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Miami
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026Nassau
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026Great Stirrup Cay
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Miami
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Norwegian Breakaway
September 13, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from Boston
From
$839
Price / day
$120
Norwegian Getaway
September 4, 2026
3-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$889
Price / day
$296
September 7, 2026
4-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$199
Price / day
$50
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Norwegian Breakaway
Average
$109 / day
VS
Norwegian Getaway
Average
$173 / day
Norwegian Breakaway has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$109/day vs $173/day
About $64 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 Norwegian Breakaway 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 Canada & New England.
- Departing from Boston works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Norwegian Getaway.
Choose Norwegian Getaway if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Bahamas.
- Departing from Miami works for your plans.
Norwegian Breakaway vs Norwegian Getaway: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Norwegian Getaway
Built in 2014
1 year newer
Bigger
Both ships are the same
Lower Price Per Day
Norwegian Breakaway
$109 / day
About $64 less per day
- Norwegian Getaway is 1 year newer.
- Both ships have the same gross tonnage.
- Norwegian Getaway carries 59 more passengers.
- Norwegian Breakaway offers more space per passenger (36.7 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Norwegian Breakaway or Norwegian Getaway?
Norwegian Getaway is newer. It was built in 2014, while Norwegian Breakaway was built in 2013, making Norwegian Getaway 1 year newer.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Norwegian Getaway has a passenger capacity of approximately 4,028, compared with 3,969 for Norwegian Breakaway.
Which ship is more spacious, Norwegian Breakaway or Norwegian Getaway?
Norwegian Breakaway has the higher passenger space ratio at 36.7 GT per passenger, versus 36.2 for Norwegian Getaway. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Norwegian Breakaway or Norwegian Getaway?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Norwegian Breakaway has the lower average starting price per day at $109 per day versus $173 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Norwegian Breakaway sail?
The upcoming Norwegian Breakaway sailings currently listed cover Canada & New England, departing from Boston.
Where does Norwegian Getaway sail?
The upcoming Norwegian Getaway sailings currently listed cover Bahamas, departing from Miami.
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