September 6, 2026
6-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Galveston
From
$707
Price / day
$118
Symphony of the Seas|Wonder of the Seas
Symphony of the Seas vs Wonder of the Seas
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Wonder of the Seas
Built in 2022
4 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Symphony of the Seas
$111 / day
$211 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Symphony of the Seas
103.7 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Symphony of the Seas vs Wonder of the Seas: Quick Comparison
Wonder of the Seas is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2022, it is 4 years newer than Symphony of the Seas, which entered service in 2018. Wonder of the Seas is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage at 235,600 GT. Wonder of the Seas also carries 4,788 more passengers. Symphony of the Seas has upcoming sailings in Caribbean, while Wonder of the Seas has sailings in Bahamas. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Symphony of the Seas 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 | Symphony of the Seas | Wonder of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2018 | 2022Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 228,081 GT | 235,600 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,200 | 6,988 |
| Space per Passenger | 103.7 GT | 33.7 GT |
| Length | 361.011 m | 362.04 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Symphony of the Seas vs Wonder of the Seas
Age
Wonder of the Seas was built in 2022, making it 4 years newer than Symphony of the Seas, which was built in 2018.
Size
At 235,600 GT, Wonder of the Seas is approximately 3% larger by gross tonnage than Symphony of the Seas at 228,081 GT.
Passenger capacity
Wonder of the Seas carries up to 6,988 passengers compared with 2,200 aboard Symphony of the Seas, a difference of 4,788 passengers.
Passenger space
Symphony of the Seas offers more space per passenger: 103.7 GT per guest, compared with 33.7 aboard Wonder of the Seas. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Symphony of the Seas (Caribbean) and Wonder of the Seas (Bahamas) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Symphony of the Seas has the lower average starting price per day at $111 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Symphony of the Seas
Western Caribbean Cruise
- Departure Port
- Galveston
- Region
- Caribbean
- Nights
- 6
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 6, 2026Galveston
- Day 2 · Sep 7, 2026At Sea
- Day 3 · Sep 8, 2026Puerto Costa Maya
- Day 4 · Sep 9, 2026Roatan
- Day 5 · Sep 10, 2026Cozumel
- Day 6 · Sep 11, 2026At Sea
- Day 7 · Sep 12, 2026Galveston
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Wonder of the Seas
Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise
- Departure Port
- Miami
- Region
- Bahamas
- Nights
- 3
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Miami
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026Perfect Day CocoCay
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026Nassau
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Miami
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Symphony of the Seas
September 12, 2026
8-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Galveston
From
$827
Price / day
$103
Wonder of the Seas
September 4, 2026
3-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$1,278
Price / day
$426
September 7, 2026
4-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Miami
From
$868
Price / day
$217
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Symphony of the Seas
Average
$111 / day
VS
Wonder of the Seas
Average
$322 / day
Symphony of the Seas has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$111/day vs $322/day
About $211 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 Symphony of the Seas if…
- 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 Caribbean.
- Departing from Galveston 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 Wonder of the Seas.
Choose Wonder of the Seas 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 Bahamas.
- Departing from Miami works for your plans.
Symphony of the Seas vs Wonder of the Seas: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Wonder of the Seas
Built in 2022
4 years newer
Bigger
Wonder of the Seas
235,600 GT
3% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Symphony of the Seas
$111 / day
About $211 less per day
- Wonder of the Seas is 4 years newer.
- Wonder of the Seas is 3% larger by gross tonnage.
- Wonder of the Seas carries 4,788 more passengers.
- Symphony of the Seas offers more space per passenger (103.7 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Symphony of the Seas or Wonder of the Seas?
Wonder of the Seas is newer. It was built in 2022, while Symphony of the Seas was built in 2018, making Wonder of the Seas 4 years newer.
Which is bigger, Symphony of the Seas or Wonder of the Seas?
Wonder of the Seas is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 235,600 GT compared with Symphony of the Seas at 228,081 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Wonder of the Seas has a passenger capacity of approximately 6,988, compared with 2,200 for Symphony of the Seas.
Which ship is more spacious, Symphony of the Seas or Wonder of the Seas?
Symphony of the Seas has the higher passenger space ratio at 103.7 GT per passenger, versus 33.7 for Wonder of the Seas. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Which ship is cheaper, Symphony of the Seas or Wonder of the Seas?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Symphony of the Seas has the lower average starting price per day at $111 per day versus $322 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Symphony of the Seas sail?
The upcoming Symphony of the Seas sailings currently listed cover Caribbean, departing from Galveston.
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