September 5, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from New York
From
$1,059
Price / day
$151
Norwegian Escape|Norwegian Prima
Norwegian Escape vs Norwegian Prima
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Norwegian Escape
Norwegian Cruise Line
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Newer Ship
Norwegian Prima
Built in 2022
7 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Norwegian Prima
$116 / day
$40 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Norwegian Prima
44.6 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Norwegian Escape vs Norwegian Prima: Quick Comparison
Norwegian Prima is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2022, it is 7 years newer than Norwegian Escape, which entered service in 2015. Norwegian Escape is approximately 15% larger by gross tonnage at 165,157 GT. Norwegian Escape also carries 1,033 more passengers. Norwegian Escape has upcoming sailings in Canada & New England, while Norwegian Prima has sailings in Caribbean. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Norwegian Prima 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 Escape | Norwegian Prima |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2015 | 2022Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 165,157 GT | 143,535 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 4,248 | 3,215 |
| Space per Passenger | 38.9 GT | 44.6 GT |
| Length | 325.9 m | 299 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Norwegian Escape vs Norwegian Prima
Age
Norwegian Prima was built in 2022, making it 7 years newer than Norwegian Escape, which was built in 2015.
Size
At 165,157 GT, Norwegian Escape is approximately 15% larger by gross tonnage than Norwegian Prima at 143,535 GT.
Passenger capacity
Norwegian Escape carries up to 4,248 passengers compared with 3,215 aboard Norwegian Prima, a difference of 1,033 passengers.
Passenger space
Norwegian Prima offers more space per passenger: 44.6 GT per guest, compared with 38.9 aboard Norwegian Escape. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Norwegian Escape (Canada & New England) and Norwegian Prima (Caribbean) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Norwegian Prima has the lower average starting price per day at $116 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Norwegian Escape
Canada & New England: Boston & Halifax
- Departure Port
- New York
- Region
- Canada & New England
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026New York
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Sydney
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Halifax
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Portland, Maine
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Boston
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Newport
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026New York
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Norwegian Prima
Caribbean: Great Stirrup Cay & Dominican Republic
- Departure Port
- Port Canaveral
- Region
- Caribbean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Port Canaveral
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026Puerto Plata
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026St Thomas
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Tortola
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Great Stirrup Cay
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026Port Canaveral
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Norwegian Escape
September 12, 2026
7-Night Canada & New England Cruise
Departing from New York
From
$1,129
Price / day
$161
Norwegian Prima
September 6, 2026
7-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$959
Price / day
$137
September 13, 2026
7-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$659
Price / day
$94
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Norwegian Escape
Average
$156 / day
VS
Norwegian Prima
Average
$116 / day
Norwegian Prima has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$116/day vs $156/day
About $40 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 Escape if…
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Canada & New England.
- Departing from New York works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Norwegian Prima.
Choose Norwegian Prima 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 Caribbean.
- Departing from Port Canaveral works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Norwegian Escape vs Norwegian Prima: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Norwegian Prima
Built in 2022
7 years newer
Bigger
Norwegian Escape
165,157 GT
15% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Norwegian Prima
$116 / day
About $40 less per day
- Norwegian Prima is 7 years newer.
- Norwegian Escape is 15% larger by gross tonnage.
- Norwegian Escape carries 1,033 more passengers.
- Norwegian Prima offers more space per passenger (44.6 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Norwegian Escape or Norwegian Prima?
Norwegian Prima is newer. It was built in 2022, while Norwegian Escape was built in 2015, making Norwegian Prima 7 years newer.
Which is bigger, Norwegian Escape or Norwegian Prima?
Norwegian Escape is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 165,157 GT compared with Norwegian Prima at 143,535 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Norwegian Escape has a passenger capacity of approximately 4,248, compared with 3,215 for Norwegian Prima.
Which ship is more spacious, Norwegian Escape or Norwegian Prima?
Norwegian Prima has the higher passenger space ratio at 44.6 GT per passenger, versus 38.9 for Norwegian Escape. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Norwegian Escape or Norwegian Prima?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Norwegian Prima has the lower average starting price per day at $116 per day versus $156 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Norwegian Escape sail?
The upcoming Norwegian Escape sailings currently listed cover Canada & New England, departing from New York.
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