September 4, 2026
3-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$889
Price / day
$296
Norwegian Getaway|Norwegian Bliss
Norwegian Getaway vs Norwegian Bliss
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Norwegian Bliss
Built in 2018
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Norwegian Bliss
$168 / day
$5 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Norwegian Bliss
40 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Norwegian Getaway vs Norwegian Bliss: Quick Comparison
Norwegian Bliss is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2018, it is 4 years newer than Norwegian Getaway, which entered service in 2014. Norwegian Bliss is approximately 15% larger by gross tonnage at 168,028 GT. Norwegian Bliss also carries 172 more passengers. Norwegian Getaway has upcoming sailings in Bahamas, while Norwegian Bliss has sailings in Alaska. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Norwegian Bliss 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 Getaway | Norwegian Bliss |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2014 | 2018Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 145,655 GT | 168,028 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 4,028 | 4,200 |
| Space per Passenger | 36.2 GT | 40 GT |
| Length | 325.65 m | 333.32 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Norwegian Getaway vs Norwegian Bliss
Age
Norwegian Bliss was built in 2018, making it 4 years newer than Norwegian Getaway, which was built in 2014.
Size
At 168,028 GT, Norwegian Bliss is approximately 15% larger by gross tonnage than Norwegian Getaway at 145,655 GT.
Passenger capacity
Norwegian Bliss carries up to 4,200 passengers compared with 4,028 aboard Norwegian Getaway, a difference of 172 passengers.
Passenger space
Norwegian Bliss offers more space per passenger: 40 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 Getaway (Bahamas) and Norwegian Bliss (Alaska) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Norwegian Bliss has the lower average starting price per day at $168 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
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.
Norwegian Bliss
Alaska: Juneau, Ketchikan, Sitka & Victoria
- Departure Port
- Seattle
- Region
- Alaska
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Seattle
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Sitka
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Juneau
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Icy Strait Point
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Ketchikan
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Victoria
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026Seattle
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Norwegian Getaway
September 7, 2026
4-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$199
Price / day
$50
Norwegian Bliss
September 5, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Seattle
From
$1,039
Price / day
$148
September 12, 2026
7-Night Alaska Cruise
Departing from Seattle
From
$1,309
Price / day
$187
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Norwegian Getaway
Average
$173 / day
VS
Norwegian Bliss
Average
$168 / day
Norwegian Bliss has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$168/day vs $173/day
About $5 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 Getaway if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Bahamas.
- Departing from Miami works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Norwegian Bliss.
Choose Norwegian Bliss if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Alaska.
- Departing from Seattle works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Norwegian Getaway vs Norwegian Bliss: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Norwegian Bliss
Built in 2018
4 years newer
Bigger
Norwegian Bliss
168,028 GT
15% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Norwegian Bliss
$168 / day
About $5 less per day
- Norwegian Bliss is 4 years newer.
- Norwegian Bliss is 15% larger by gross tonnage.
- Norwegian Bliss carries 172 more passengers.
- Norwegian Bliss offers more space per passenger (40 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Norwegian Getaway or Norwegian Bliss?
Norwegian Bliss is newer. It was built in 2018, while Norwegian Getaway was built in 2014, making Norwegian Bliss 4 years newer.
Which is bigger, Norwegian Getaway or Norwegian Bliss?
Norwegian Bliss is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 168,028 GT compared with Norwegian Getaway at 145,655 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Norwegian Bliss has a passenger capacity of approximately 4,200, compared with 4,028 for Norwegian Getaway.
Which ship is more spacious, Norwegian Getaway or Norwegian Bliss?
Norwegian Bliss has the higher passenger space ratio at 40 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 Getaway or Norwegian Bliss?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Norwegian Bliss has the lower average starting price per day at $168 per day versus $173 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Norwegian Getaway sail?
The upcoming Norwegian Getaway sailings currently listed cover Bahamas, departing from Miami.
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