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Costa Fascinosa vs MSC Fantasia
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. MSC Fantasia wins 4 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
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Category
Costa Fascinosa
MSC Fantasia
Size
114,500 GT
137,936 GT
Passengers
3,012
4,363
Year built
2012
2008
Crew ratio
2.7 guests per crew
3.3 guests per crew
Space ratio
38.0 GT per guest
31.6 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
290 m
333 m
From price
$157 pp
$1,734.75 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
MSC Fantasia is the significantly larger vessel at 137,936 GT, 20% more than Costa Fascinosa's 114,500 GT. Costa Fascinosa offers more personal space with a space ratio of 38.0 GT per passenger versus 31.6. Built in 2012, Costa Fascinosa is 4 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC Fantasia |
| Capacity | MSC Fantasia |
| Modernity | Costa Fascinosa |
| Service | Costa Fascinosa |
| Spaciousness | Costa Fascinosa |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | MSC Fantasia |
| Fleet Power | MSC Fantasia |
Bottom line: MSC Fantasia leads 4–3 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose MSC Fantasia for overall superiority; pick Costa Fascinosa if Modernity matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Costa Fascinosa if
- You want the newer ship (built 2012, 4 years newer)
- More crew per guest (2.7 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (38.0 GT per guest)
- Lower fares per night (from $79 per person per night)
Choose MSC Fantasia if
- Size matters to you (137,936 GT)
- More onboard variety (4,363 guests)
Prices
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Costa Fascinosa | MSC Fantasia |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $157 pp | $1,734.75 pp |
| Per night | $79 pp | $193 pp |
| Departing | Oct 4 | Oct 2 |
| Duration | 2 nights | 9 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
Prices from Cruisebound, per person, for the sailing shown.
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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.
