September 4, 2026
3-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$1,861
Price / day
$620
Utopia of the Seas|Symphony of the Seas
Utopia of the Seas vs Symphony of the Seas
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
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Newer Ship
Utopia of the Seas
Built in 2024
6 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Symphony of the Seas
$111 / day
$270 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Symphony of the Seas
103.7 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Utopia of the Seas vs Symphony of the Seas: Quick Comparison
Utopia of the Seas is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2024, it is 6 years newer than Symphony of the Seas, which entered service in 2018. Utopia of the Seas is approximately 4% larger by gross tonnage at 236,473 GT. Utopia of the Seas also carries 90 more passengers. Utopia of the Seas has upcoming sailings in Bahamas, while Symphony of the Seas has sailings in Caribbean. 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 | Utopia of the Seas | Symphony of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2024Newer | 2018 |
| Gross Tonnage | 236,473 GT | 228,081 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 2,290 | 2,200 |
| Space per Passenger | 103.3 GT | 103.7 GT |
| Length | 362.12 m | 361.011 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Utopia of the Seas vs Symphony of the Seas
Age
Utopia of the Seas was built in 2024, making it 6 years newer than Symphony of the Seas, which was built in 2018.
Size
At 236,473 GT, Utopia of the Seas is approximately 4% larger by gross tonnage than Symphony of the Seas at 228,081 GT.
Passenger capacity
Utopia of the Seas carries up to 2,290 passengers compared with 2,200 aboard Symphony of the Seas, a difference of 90 passengers.
Passenger space
Symphony of the Seas offers more space per passenger: 103.7 GT per guest, compared with 103.3 aboard Utopia of the Seas. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Utopia of the Seas (Bahamas) and Symphony of the Seas (Caribbean) 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
Utopia of the Seas
Bahamas & Perfect Day Cruise
- Departure Port
- Port Canaveral
- Region
- Bahamas
- Nights
- 3
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Sep 4, 2026Port Canaveral
- Day 2 · Sep 5, 2026Nassau
- Day 3 · Sep 6, 2026Perfect Day CocoCay
- Day 4 · Sep 7, 2026Port Canaveral
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
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.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Utopia of the Seas
September 7, 2026
4-Night Bahamas Cruise
Departing from Port Canaveral
From
$568
Price / day
$142
Symphony of the Seas
September 6, 2026
6-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Galveston
From
$707
Price / day
$118
September 12, 2026
8-Night Caribbean Cruise
Departing from Galveston
From
$827
Price / day
$103
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Utopia of the Seas
Average
$381 / day
VS
Symphony of the Seas
Average
$111 / day
Symphony of the Seas has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$111/day vs $381/day
About $270 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 Utopia 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 Port Canaveral works for your plans.
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 Utopia of the Seas.
Utopia of the Seas vs Symphony of the Seas: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Utopia of the Seas
Built in 2024
6 years newer
Bigger
Utopia of the Seas
236,473 GT
4% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Symphony of the Seas
$111 / day
About $270 less per day
- Utopia of the Seas is 6 years newer.
- Utopia of the Seas is 4% larger by gross tonnage.
- Utopia of the Seas carries 90 more passengers.
- Symphony of the Seas offers more space per passenger (103.7 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Utopia of the Seas or Symphony of the Seas?
Utopia of the Seas is newer. It was built in 2024, while Symphony of the Seas was built in 2018, making Utopia of the Seas 6 years newer.
Which is bigger, Utopia of the Seas or Symphony of the Seas?
Utopia of the Seas is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 236,473 GT compared with Symphony of the Seas at 228,081 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Utopia of the Seas has a passenger capacity of approximately 2,290, compared with 2,200 for Symphony of the Seas.
Which ship is more spacious, Utopia of the Seas or Symphony of the Seas?
Symphony of the Seas has the higher passenger space ratio at 103.7 GT per passenger, versus 103.3 for Utopia 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, Utopia of the Seas or Symphony 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 $381 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Utopia of the Seas sail?
The upcoming Utopia of the Seas sailings currently listed cover Bahamas, departing from Port Canaveral.
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