September 13, 2026
5-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Keelung
From
$419
Price / day
$84
Star Navigator|Norwegian Sun
Star Navigator vs Norwegian Sun
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
Star Navigator
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Newer Ship
Norwegian Sun
Built in 2001
2 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Star Navigator
$150 / day
$214 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Norwegian Sun
35.1 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Star Navigator vs Norwegian Sun: Quick Comparison
Norwegian Sun is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2001, it is 2 years newer than Star Navigator, which entered service in 1999. Norwegian Sun is approximately 4% larger by gross tonnage at 78,309 GT. Star Navigator also carries 268 more passengers. Norwegian Sun has upcoming sailings in Northern Europe. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Star Navigator 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 | Star Navigator | Norwegian Sun |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 1999 | 2001Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 75,338 GT | 78,309 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,500 | 2,232 |
| Space per Passenger | 30.1 GT | 35.1 GT |
| Length | 268.6 m | 258.06 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Star Navigator vs Norwegian Sun
Age
Norwegian Sun was built in 2001, making it 2 years newer than Star Navigator, which was built in 1999.
Size
At 78,309 GT, Norwegian Sun is approximately 4% larger by gross tonnage than Star Navigator at 75,338 GT.
Passenger capacity
Star Navigator carries up to 2,500 passengers compared with 2,232 aboard Norwegian Sun, a difference of 268 passengers.
Passenger space
Norwegian Sun offers more space per passenger: 35.1 GT per guest, compared with 30.1 aboard Star Navigator. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Star Navigator and Norwegian Sun (Northern Europe) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Star Navigator has the lower average starting price per day at $150 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Star Navigator
5 Night Destination Cruise
- Departure Port
- Keelung
- Region
- Cruise
- Nights
- 5
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 13, 2026Keelung
- Day 2 · Sep 14, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 15, 2026Kagoshima
- Day 4 · Sep 16, 2026Sasebo
- Day 5 · Sep 17, 2026Naha
- Day 6 · Sep 18, 2026Keelung
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Norwegian Sun
Baltic: Germany, Norway & Sweden
- Departure Port
- Copenhagen
- Region
- Northern Europe
- Nights
- 9
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 5, 2026Copenhagen
- Day 2 · Sep 6, 2026Oslo
- Day 3 · Sep 7, 2026Berlin
- Day 4 · Sep 8, 2026Gdynia
- Day 5 · Sep 9, 2026Visby
- Day 6 · Sep 10, 2026Riga
- Day 7 · Sep 11, 2026Stockholm
- Day 8 · Sep 12, 2026Tallinn
- Day 9 · Sep 13, 2026Helsinki
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Star Navigator
September 20, 2026
3-Night Cruise Cruise
Departing from Keelung
From
$649
Price / day
$216
Norwegian Sun
September 5, 2026
9-Night Northern Europe Cruise
Departing from Copenhagen
From
$3,669
Price / day
$408
September 14, 2026
9-Night Northern Europe Cruise
Departing from Helsinki
From
$2,879
Price / day
$320
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Star Navigator
Average
$150 / day
VS
Norwegian Sun
Average
$364 / day
Star Navigator has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$150/day vs $364/day
About $214 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 Star Navigator if…
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- Departing from Keelung 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 Norwegian Sun.
Choose Norwegian Sun if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Northern Europe.
- Departing from Copenhagen and Helsinki works for your plans.
Star Navigator vs Norwegian Sun: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Norwegian Sun
Built in 2001
2 years newer
Bigger
Norwegian Sun
78,309 GT
4% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Star Navigator
$150 / day
About $214 less per day
- Norwegian Sun is 2 years newer.
- Norwegian Sun is 4% larger by gross tonnage.
- Star Navigator carries 268 more passengers.
- Norwegian Sun offers more space per passenger (35.1 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Star Navigator or Norwegian Sun?
Norwegian Sun is newer. It was built in 2001, while Star Navigator was built in 1999, making Norwegian Sun 2 years newer.
Which is bigger, Star Navigator or Norwegian Sun?
Norwegian Sun is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 78,309 GT compared with Star Navigator at 75,338 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Star Navigator has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,500, compared with 2,232 for Norwegian Sun.
Which ship is more spacious, Star Navigator or Norwegian Sun?
Norwegian Sun has the higher passenger space ratio at 35.1 GT per passenger, versus 30.1 for Star Navigator. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Star Navigator or Norwegian Sun?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Star Navigator has the lower average starting price per day at $150 per day versus $364 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Norwegian Sun sail?
The upcoming Norwegian Sun sailings currently listed cover Northern Europe, departing from Copenhagen and Helsinki.
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