$508/person
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Carnival Magic vs Celebrity Reflection
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Celebrity Reflection wins 5 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
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Category
Carnival Magic
Celebrity Reflection
Size
130,000 GT
126,000 GT
Passengers
3,690
3,030
Year built
2011
2012
Crew ratio
2.7 guests per crew
2.4 guests per crew
Space ratio
35.2 GT per guest
41.6 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
306 m
319 m
From price
$508 pp
$292.91 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Celebrity Reflection offers more personal space with a space ratio of 41.6 GT per passenger versus 35.2. Celebrity Reflection edges ahead in service at 2.4 guests per crew, meaning more crew per guest. Carnival Magic accommodates 660 more guests (3,690 vs 3,030), making it the larger resort-at-sea. Celebrity Reflection trades capacity for a more intimate atmosphere.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Celebrity Reflection |
| Capacity | Carnival Magic |
| Modernity | Celebrity Reflection |
| Service | Celebrity Reflection |
| Spaciousness | Celebrity Reflection |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Celebrity Reflection |
| Fleet Power | Carnival Magic |
Bottom line: Celebrity Reflection leads 5–2 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Celebrity Reflection for overall superiority; pick Carnival Magic if Capacity matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Carnival Magic if
- Size matters to you (130,000 GT)
- More onboard variety (3,690 guests)
Choose Celebrity Reflection if
- You want the newer ship (built 2012, 1 year newer)
- More crew per guest (2.4 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (41.6 GT per guest)
Prices
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Carnival Magic | Celebrity Reflection |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $508 pp | $292.91 pp |
| Per night | No data | $73 pp |
| Departing | Oct 31 | Nov 2 |
| Duration | null nights | 4 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
Prices from Cruisebound, per person, for the sailing shown.
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Sailings
Upcoming Sailings
Upcoming Sailings on Celebrity Reflection
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We score 8 categories from spec data: size, capacity, modernity, service, spaciousness, decks, length and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship. A category where either ship has no data is marked No data and left out of the score.
What is the space ratio and why does it matter?
Space ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity. A higher number means more space per guest. Luxury lines typically score above 40, and mass-market ships often fall between 30 and 40.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
It is the number of guests for each crew member, shown as "3.0 guests per crew". Lower is better: more staff per guest usually means more attentive service. Luxury lines aim for fewer than 2 guests per crew, and large mainstream ships often carry 3 to 4.
Are the prices shown accurate?
Prices come from Cruisebound and are per person for the sailing shown. They change with cabin type, date and demand, so open the sailing to see the current fare.
Can I compare more than two ships?
Yes, up to four ships. Use the search tool on the compare hub page to add additional ships.
How current is the ship data?
Specifications come from our database of 380+ ships, and this page refreshes daily. An "Updated" date appears at the top when either ship's record changed in the last 30 days.
