November 10, 2026
15-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Singapore
From
$2,433
Price / day
$162
Royal Princess|Discovery Princess
Royal Princess vs Discovery Princess
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Royal Princess
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Newer Ship
Discovery Princess
Built in 2022
9 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Discovery Princess
$114 / day
$32 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Royal Princess vs Discovery Princess: Quick Comparison
Discovery Princess is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2022, it is 9 years newer than Royal Princess, which entered service in 2013. Discovery Princess is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage at 145,000 GT. Discovery Princess also carries 100 more passengers. Royal Princess has upcoming sailings in Asia, while Discovery Princess has sailings in California Coast and Mexico. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Discovery 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 | Royal Princess | Discovery Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2013 | 2022Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 141,000 GT | 145,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,560 | 3,660 |
| Space per Passenger | 39.6 GT | 39.6 GT |
| Length | 330.1 m | — |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Royal Princess vs Discovery Princess
Age
Discovery Princess was built in 2022, making it 9 years newer than Royal Princess, which was built in 2013.
Size
At 145,000 GT, Discovery Princess is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage than Royal Princess at 141,000 GT.
Passenger capacity
Discovery Princess carries up to 3,660 passengers compared with 3,560 aboard Royal Princess, a difference of 100 passengers.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Royal Princess (Asia) and Discovery Princess (California Coast and Mexico) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Discovery Princess has the lower average starting price per day at $114 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
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.
Discovery Princess
Pacific Wine Country
- Departure Port
- Vancouver
- Region
- California Coast
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 26, 2026Vancouver
- Day 2 · Sep 27, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 28, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 29, 2026San Francisco
- Day 5 · Sep 30, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Oct 1, 2026San Diego
- Day 7 · Oct 2, 2026Santa Barbara
- Day 8 · Oct 3, 2026Los Angeles
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Royal Princess
November 10, 2026
13-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Singapore
From
$1,696
Price / day
$130
Discovery Princess
September 26, 2026
7-Night California Coast Cruise
Departing from Vancouver
From
$679
Price / day
$97
October 3, 2026
7-Night Mexico Cruise
Departing from Los Angeles
From
$911
Price / day
$130
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Royal Princess
Average
$146 / day
VS
Discovery Princess
Average
$114 / day
Discovery Princess has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$114/day vs $146/day
About $32 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 Royal Princess if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- 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 Discovery Princess.
Choose Discovery 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 want to sail in California Coast and Mexico.
- Departing from Vancouver and Los Angeles works for your plans.
- The lower price per day among the sailings currently shown matters to you.
Royal Princess vs Discovery Princess: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Discovery Princess
Built in 2022
9 years newer
Bigger
Discovery Princess
145,000 GT
3% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Discovery Princess
$114 / day
About $32 less per day
- Discovery Princess is 9 years newer.
- Discovery Princess is 3% larger by gross tonnage.
- Discovery Princess carries 100 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Royal Princess or Discovery Princess?
Discovery Princess is newer. It was built in 2022, while Royal Princess was built in 2013, making Discovery Princess 9 years newer.
Which is bigger, Royal Princess or Discovery Princess?
Discovery Princess is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 145,000 GT compared with Royal Princess at 141,000 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Discovery Princess has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,660, compared with 3,560 for Royal Princess.
Which ship is cheaper, Royal Princess or Discovery Princess?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Discovery Princess has the lower average starting price per day at $114 per day versus $146 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Royal Princess sail?
The upcoming Royal Princess sailings currently listed cover Asia, departing from Singapore.
Where does Discovery Princess sail?
The upcoming Discovery Princess sailings currently listed cover California Coast and Mexico, departing from Vancouver and Los Angeles.
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