September 12, 2026
7-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Ft. Lauderdale
From
$913
Price / day
$130
Regal Princess|Ruby Princess
Regal Princess vs Ruby Princess
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Regal Princess
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Newer Ship
Regal Princess
Built in 2014
6 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Ruby Princess
$100 / day
$10 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Regal Princess
40.1 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Regal Princess vs Ruby Princess: Quick Comparison
Regal Princess is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2014, it is 6 years newer than Ruby Princess, which entered service in 2008. Regal Princess is approximately 26% larger by gross tonnage at 142,714 GT. Regal Princess also carries 480 more passengers. Regal Princess has upcoming sailings in Caribbean, while Ruby Princess has sailings in Hawaii. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Ruby 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 | Ruby Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2014Newer | 2008 |
| Gross Tonnage | 142,714 GT | 113,561 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,560 | 3,080 |
| Space per Passenger | 40.1 GT | 36.9 GT |
| Length | 330 m | 288.59 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Regal Princess vs Ruby Princess
Age
Regal Princess was built in 2014, making it 6 years newer than Ruby Princess, which was built in 2008.
Size
At 142,714 GT, Regal Princess is approximately 26% larger by gross tonnage than Ruby Princess at 113,561 GT.
Passenger capacity
Regal Princess carries up to 3,560 passengers compared with 3,080 aboard Ruby Princess, a difference of 480 passengers.
Passenger space
Regal Princess offers more space per passenger: 40.1 GT per guest, compared with 36.9 aboard Ruby Princess. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Regal Princess (Caribbean) and Ruby Princess (Hawaii) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Ruby Princess has the lower average starting price per day at $100 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.
Ruby Princess
Hawaiian Islands
- Departure Port
- San Francisco
- Region
- Hawaii
- Nights
- 16
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 17, 2026San Francisco
- Day 2 · Sep 18, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 19, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 20, 2026At Sea
- Day 5 · Sep 21, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Sep 22, 2026Kauai
- Day 7 · Sep 23, 2026Honolulu
- Day 8 · Sep 24, 2026Kona
- Day 9 · Sep 25, 2026Kahului
- Day 10 · Sep 26, 2026At Sea
- Day 11 · Sep 27, 2026At Sea
- Day 12 · Sep 28, 2026At Sea
- Day 13 · Sep 29, 2026At Sea
- Day 14 · Sep 30, 2026At Sea
- Day 15 · Oct 1, 2026Ensenada
- Day 16 · Oct 2, 2026At Sea
- Day 17 · Oct 3, 2026San Francisco
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
Ruby Princess
September 17, 2026
16-Night Hawaii Cruise
Departing from San Francisco
From
$1,999
Price / day
$125
November 8, 2026
16-Night Hawaii Cruise
Departing from San Francisco
From
$1,201
Price / day
$75
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Regal Princess
Average
$110 / day
VS
Ruby Princess
Average
$100 / day
Ruby Princess has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$100/day vs $110/day
About $10 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 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 Caribbean.
- Departing from Ft. Lauderdale works for your plans.
Choose Ruby Princess if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You want to sail in Hawaii.
- Departing from San Francisco 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 Regal Princess.
Regal Princess vs Ruby Princess: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Regal Princess
Built in 2014
6 years newer
Bigger
Regal Princess
142,714 GT
26% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Ruby Princess
$100 / day
About $10 less per day
- Regal Princess is 6 years newer.
- Regal Princess is 26% larger by gross tonnage.
- Regal Princess carries 480 more passengers.
- Regal Princess offers more space per passenger (40.1 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Regal Princess or Ruby Princess?
Regal Princess is newer. It was built in 2014, while Ruby Princess was built in 2008, making Regal Princess 6 years newer.
Which is bigger, Regal Princess or Ruby Princess?
Regal Princess is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 142,714 GT compared with Ruby Princess at 113,561 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Regal Princess has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,560, compared with 3,080 for Ruby Princess.
Which ship is more spacious, Regal Princess or Ruby Princess?
Regal Princess has the higher passenger space ratio at 40.1 GT per passenger, versus 36.9 for Ruby 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 Ruby Princess?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Ruby Princess has the lower average starting price per day at $100 per day versus $110 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.
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