September 12, 2026
7-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Ft. Lauderdale
From
$913
Price / day
$130
Regal Princess|Royal Princess
Regal Princess vs Royal Princess
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Regal Princess
Built in 2014
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Regal Princess
$110 / day
$36 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Regal Princess
40.1 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Regal Princess vs Royal Princess: Quick Comparison
Regal Princess is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2014, it is 1 year newer than Royal Princess, which entered service in 2013. Regal Princess is approximately 1% larger by gross tonnage at 142,714 GT. Regal Princess has upcoming sailings in Caribbean, while Royal Princess has sailings in Asia. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Regal Princess 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 | Regal Princess | Royal Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2014Newer | 2013 |
| Gross Tonnage | 142,714 GT | 141,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,560 | 3,560 |
| Space per Passenger | 40.1 GT | 39.6 GT |
| Length | 330 m | 330.1 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Regal Princess vs Royal Princess
Age
Regal Princess was built in 2014, making it 1 year newer than Royal Princess, which was built in 2013.
Size
At 142,714 GT, Regal Princess is approximately 1% larger by gross tonnage than Royal Princess at 141,000 GT.
Passenger space
Regal Princess offers more space per passenger: 40.1 GT per guest, compared with 39.6 aboard Royal Princess. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Regal Princess (Caribbean) and Royal Princess (Asia) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Regal Princess has the lower average starting price per day at $110 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Regal Princess
Eastern Caribbean with Puerto Rico
- Departure Port
- Ft. Lauderdale
- Region
- Caribbean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 12, 2026Ft. Lauderdale
- Day 2 · Sep 13, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 14, 2026Amber Cove
- Day 4 · Sep 15, 2026San Juan
- Day 5 · Sep 16, 2026St. Maarten
- Day 6 · Sep 17, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 18, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Sep 19, 2026Ft. Lauderdale
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Royal Princess
Asia & Australia
- Departure Port
- Singapore
- Region
- Asia
- Nights
- 15
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Nov 10, 2026Singapore
- Day 2 · Nov 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Nov 12, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Nov 13, 2026Bali
- Day 5 · Nov 14, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Nov 15, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Nov 16, 2026Darwin
- Day 8 · Nov 17, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Nov 18, 2026At Sea
- Day 10 · Nov 19, 2026At Sea
- Day 11 · Nov 20, 2026Yorkeys Knob
- Day 12 · Nov 21, 2026At Sea
- Day 13 · Nov 22, 2026At Sea
- Day 14 · Nov 23, 2026Brisbane
- Day 15 · Nov 24, 2026At Sea
- Day 16 · Nov 25, 2026Sydney
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Regal Princess
September 19, 2026
7-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Ft. Lauderdale
From
$623
Price / day
$89
Royal Princess
November 10, 2026
15-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Singapore
From
$2,433
Price / day
$162
November 10, 2026
13-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Singapore
From
$1,696
Price / day
$130
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Regal Princess
Average
$110 / day
VS
Royal Princess
Average
$146 / day
Regal Princess has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$110/day vs $146/day
About $36 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 Regal Princess if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Caribbean.
- Departing from Ft. Lauderdale works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Choose Royal Princess if…
- You want to sail in Asia.
- Departing from Singapore works for your plans.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Regal Princess.
Regal Princess vs Royal Princess: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Regal Princess
Built in 2014
1 year newer
Bigger
Regal Princess
142,714 GT
1% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Regal Princess
$110 / day
About $36 less per day
- Regal Princess is 1 year newer.
- Regal Princess is 1% larger by gross tonnage.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
- Regal Princess offers more space per passenger (40.1 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Regal Princess or Royal Princess?
Regal Princess is newer. It was built in 2014, while Royal Princess was built in 2013, making Regal Princess 1 year newer.
Which is bigger, Regal Princess or Royal Princess?
Regal Princess is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 142,714 GT compared with Royal Princess at 141,000 GT.
Which ship is more spacious, Regal Princess or Royal Princess?
Regal Princess has the higher passenger space ratio at 40.1 GT per passenger, versus 39.6 for Royal Princess. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Regal Princess or Royal Princess?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Regal Princess has the lower average starting price per day at $110 per day versus $146 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Regal Princess sail?
The upcoming Regal Princess sailings currently listed cover Caribbean, departing from Ft. Lauderdale.
Where does Royal Princess sail?
The upcoming Royal Princess sailings currently listed cover Asia, departing from Singapore.
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