September 23, 2026
7-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Barcelona
From
$5,099
Price / day
$728
Viking Sky|Viking Sea
Viking Sky vs Viking Sea
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
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Newer Ship
Viking Sky
Built in 2017
1 year newer
Lower Price Per Day
Viking Sea
$424 / day
$362 less per day
More Spacious Ship
Both ships are the same
Viking Sky vs Viking Sea: Quick Comparison
Viking Sky is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2017, it is 1 year newer than Viking Sea, which entered service in 2016. Viking Sky is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage at 47,842 GT. Viking Sky has upcoming sailings in Mediterranean, while Viking Sea has sailings in South America and Caribbean & Central America. Based on the upcoming cruises currently displayed, Viking Sea 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 | Viking Sky | Viking Sea |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2017Newer | 2016 |
| Gross Tonnage | 47,842 GT | 47,800 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 930 | 930 |
| Space per Passenger | 51.4 GT | 51.4 GT |
| Length | 227.08 m | 227.08 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Viking Sky vs Viking Sea
Age
Viking Sky was built in 2017, making it 1 year newer than Viking Sea, which was built in 2016.
Size
At 47,842 GT, Viking Sky is approximately 0% larger by gross tonnage than Viking Sea at 47,800 GT.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Viking Sky (Mediterranean) and Viking Sea (South America and Caribbean & Central America) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Price
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Viking Sea has the lower average starting price per day at $424 per day.
Compare Ports of Call
Viking Sky
Iconic Western Mediterranean
- Departure Port
- Barcelona
- Region
- Mediterranean
- Nights
- 7
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 23, 2026Barcelona
- Day 2 · Sep 24, 2026Barcelona
- Day 3 · Sep 25, 2026Sète
- Day 4 · Sep 26, 2026Marseille
- Day 5 · Sep 27, 2026Monte Carlo
- Day 6 · Sep 28, 2026Florence/Pisa
- Day 7 · Sep 29, 2026Florence/Pisa
- Day 8 · Sep 30, 2026Civitavecchia
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Viking Sea
From the Caribbean to the Amazon
- Departure Port
- San Juan
- Region
- South America
- Nights
- 21
- Round Trip
- Yes
- Day 1 · Dec 15, 2026San Juan
- Day 2 · Dec 16, 2026San Juan
- Day 3 · Dec 17, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Dec 18, 2026Bridgetown
- Day 5 · Dec 19, 2026At Sea
- Day 6 · Dec 20, 2026Îles du Salut
- Day 7 · Dec 21, 2026At Sea
- Day 8 · Dec 22, 2026At Sea
- Day 9 · Dec 23, 2026Santarém
- Day 10 · Dec 24, 2026Parintins
- Day 11 · Dec 25, 2026Manaus
- Day 12 · Dec 26, 2026Manaus
- Day 13 · Dec 27, 2026At Sea
- Day 14 · Dec 28, 2026At Sea
- Day 15 · Dec 29, 2026Belém
- Day 16 · Dec 30, 2026At Sea
- Day 17 · Dec 31, 2026At Sea
- Day 18 · Jan 1, 2027Scarborough
- Day 19 · Jan 2, 2027Castries
- Day 20 · Jan 3, 2027Antigua
- Day 21 · Jan 4, 2027St Thomas
- Day 22 · Jan 5, 2027San Juan
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Viking Sky
October 7, 2026
7-Night Mediterranean Cruise
Departing from Chioggia
From
$5,899
Price / day
$843
Viking Sea
December 15, 2026
21-Night South America Cruise
Departing from San Juan
From
$11,999
Price / day
$571
March 6, 2027
13-Night Caribbean & Central America Cruise
Departing from San Juan
From
$3,599
Price / day
$277
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Viking Sky
Average
$786 / day
VS
Viking Sea
Average
$424 / day
Viking Sea has the lower price per day among the sailings shown
$424/day vs $786/day
About $362 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 Viking Sky if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You want to sail in Mediterranean.
- Departing from Barcelona and Chioggia works for your plans.
Choose Viking Sea if…
- You want to sail in South America and Caribbean & Central America.
- Departing from San Juan 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 Viking Sky.
Viking Sky vs Viking Sea: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Viking Sky
Built in 2017
1 year newer
Bigger
Viking Sky
47,842 GT
0% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Viking Sea
$424 / day
About $362 less per day
- Viking Sky is 1 year newer.
- Viking Sky is 0% larger by gross tonnage.
- Both ships carry the same number of passengers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Viking Sky or Viking Sea?
Viking Sky is newer. It was built in 2017, while Viking Sea was built in 2016, making Viking Sky 1 year newer.
Which is bigger, Viking Sky or Viking Sea?
Viking Sky is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 47,842 GT compared with Viking Sea at 47,800 GT.
Which ship is cheaper, Viking Sky or Viking Sea?
Among the upcoming sailings currently displayed, Viking Sea has the lower average starting price per day at $424 per day versus $786 per day. Fares vary by itinerary, departure date, cabin type and availability.
Where does Viking Sky sail?
The upcoming Viking Sky sailings currently listed cover Mediterranean, departing from Barcelona and Chioggia.
Where does Viking Sea sail?
The upcoming Viking Sea sailings currently listed cover South America and Caribbean & Central America, departing from San Juan.
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