September 17, 2026
16-Night Hawaii Cruise
Departing from San Francisco
From
$1,999
Price / day
$125
Ruby Princess|Royal Princess
Ruby Princess vs Royal Princess
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Ruby Princess
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Newer Ship
Royal Princess
Built in 2013
5 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Ruby Princess
$100 / day
$46 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Royal Princess
39.6 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Ruby Princess vs Royal Princess: Quick Comparison
Royal Princess is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2013, it is 5 years newer than Ruby Princess, which entered service in 2008. Royal Princess is approximately 24% larger by gross tonnage at 141,000 GT. Royal Princess also carries 480 more passengers. Ruby Princess has upcoming sailings in Hawaii, while Royal Princess has sailings in Asia. 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 | Ruby Princess | Royal Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2008 | 2013Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 113,561 GT | 141,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,080 | 3,560 |
| Space per Passenger | 36.9 GT | 39.6 GT |
| Length | 288.59 m | 330.1 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Ruby Princess vs Royal Princess
Age
Royal Princess was built in 2013, making it 5 years newer than Ruby Princess, which was built in 2008.
Size
At 141,000 GT, Royal Princess is approximately 24% larger by gross tonnage than Ruby Princess at 113,561 GT.
Passenger capacity
Royal Princess carries up to 3,560 passengers compared with 3,080 aboard Ruby Princess, a difference of 480 passengers.
Passenger space
Royal Princess offers more space per passenger: 39.6 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 Ruby Princess (Hawaii) and Royal Princess (Asia) 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
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.
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
Ruby Princess
November 8, 2026
16-Night Hawaii Cruise
Departing from San Francisco
From
$1,201
Price / day
$75
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?
Ruby Princess
Average
$100 / day
VS
Royal Princess
Average
$146 / day
Ruby Princess has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$100/day vs $146/day
About $46 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 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 Royal Princess.
Choose Royal 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 Asia.
- Departing from Singapore works for your plans.
Ruby Princess vs Royal Princess: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Royal Princess
Built in 2013
5 years newer
Bigger
Royal Princess
141,000 GT
24% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Ruby Princess
$100 / day
About $46 less per day
- Royal Princess is 5 years newer.
- Royal Princess is 24% larger by gross tonnage.
- Royal Princess carries 480 more passengers.
- Royal Princess offers more space per passenger (39.6 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Ruby Princess or Royal Princess?
Royal Princess is newer. It was built in 2013, while Ruby Princess was built in 2008, making Royal Princess 5 years newer.
Which is bigger, Ruby Princess or Royal Princess?
Royal Princess is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 141,000 GT compared with Ruby Princess at 113,561 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Royal Princess has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,560, compared with 3,080 for Ruby Princess.
Which ship is more spacious, Ruby Princess or Royal Princess?
Royal Princess has the higher passenger space ratio at 39.6 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, Ruby Princess or Royal Princess?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Ruby Princess has the lower average starting price per day at $100 per day versus $146 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Ruby Princess sail?
The upcoming Ruby Princess sailings currently listed cover Hawaii, departing from San Francisco.
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