September 26, 2026
14-Night Europe Cruise
Departing from Southampton
From
$3,204
Price / day
$229
Sky Princess|Royal Princess
Sky Princess vs Royal Princess
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
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Newer Ship
Sky Princess
Built in 2019
6 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Royal Princess
$146 / day
$34 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Sky Princess vs Royal Princess: Quick Comparison
Sky Princess is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2019, it is 6 years newer than Royal Princess, which entered service in 2013. Sky Princess is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage at 145,000 GT. Sky Princess also carries 100 more passengers. Sky Princess has upcoming sailings in Europe and TransAtlantics, while Royal Princess has sailings in Asia. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Royal 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 | Sky Princess | Royal Princess |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2019Newer | 2013 |
| Gross Tonnage | 145,000 GT | 141,000 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,660 | 3,560 |
| Space per Passenger | 39.6 GT | 39.6 GT |
| Length | 330 m | 330.1 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Sky Princess vs Royal Princess
Age
Sky Princess was built in 2019, making it 6 years newer than Royal Princess, which was built in 2013.
Size
At 145,000 GT, Sky Princess is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage than Royal Princess at 141,000 GT.
Passenger capacity
Sky 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 Sky Princess (Europe and TransAtlantics) and Royal Princess (Asia) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Royal Princess has the lower average starting price per day at $146 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Sky Princess
Oktoberfest European Capitals
- Departure Port
- Southampton
- Region
- Europe
- Nights
- 14
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 26, 2026Southampton
- Day 2 · Sep 27, 2026Le Havre
- Day 3 · Sep 28, 2026Zeebrugge
- Day 4 · Sep 29, 2026Rotterdam
- Day 5 · Sep 30, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Oct 1, 2026Skagen
- Day 7 · Oct 2, 2026Copenhagen
- Day 8 · Oct 3, 2026Aarhus
- Day 9 · Oct 4, 2026Kristiansand
- Day 10 · Oct 5, 2026Oslo
- Day 11 · Oct 6, 2026At Sea
- Day 12 · Oct 7, 2026Hamburg
- Day 13 · Oct 8, 2026Hamburg
- Day 14 · Oct 9, 2026At Sea
- Day 15 · Oct 10, 2026Southampton
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
Sky Princess
November 5, 2026
15-Night TransAtlantics Cruise
Departing from Southampton
From
$1,959
Price / day
$131
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?
Sky Princess
Average
$180 / day
VS
Royal Princess
Average
$146 / day
Royal Princess has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$146/day vs $180/day
About $34 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 Sky 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 Europe and TransAtlantics.
- Departing from Southampton works for your plans.
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.
- 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 Sky Princess.
Sky Princess vs Royal Princess: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Sky Princess
Built in 2019
6 years newer
Bigger
Sky Princess
145,000 GT
3% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Royal Princess
$146 / day
About $34 less per day
- Sky Princess is 6 years newer.
- Sky Princess is 3% larger by gross tonnage.
- Sky Princess carries 100 more passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Sky Princess or Royal Princess?
Sky Princess is newer. It was built in 2019, while Royal Princess was built in 2013, making Sky Princess 6 years newer.
Which is bigger, Sky Princess or Royal Princess?
Sky 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?
Sky Princess has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,660, compared with 3,560 for Royal Princess.
Which ship is cheaper, Sky Princess or Royal Princess?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Royal Princess has the lower average starting price per day at $146 per day versus $180 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Sky Princess sail?
The upcoming Sky Princess sailings currently listed cover Europe and TransAtlantics, departing from Southampton.
Where does Royal Princess sail?
The upcoming Royal Princess sailings currently listed cover Asia, departing from Singapore.
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