Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
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across 5 categories
Size
Based on gross tonnage and length
Capacity
Based on passengers and crew
Modernity
Based on year built
Service
Based on passenger-to-crew ratio (lower is better)
Spaciousness
Based on gross tonnage per passenger (higher is better)
Crown Princess
Norwegian Sky
Gross Tonnage
Crown Princess
113,561 GT
Norwegian Sky
77,104 GT
Length
Crown Princess
290 m
Norwegian Sky
258 m
Beam
Crown Princess
36 m
Norwegian Sky
32 m
Passengers
Crown Princess
3,080
Norwegian Sky
2,002
Crew
Crown Princess
1,100
Norwegian Sky
891
Decks
Crown Princess
—
Norwegian Sky
—
Year Built
Crown Princess
2,006
Norwegian Sky
1,999
Space Ratio
Crown Princess
36.9 GT/pax
Norwegian Sky
38.5 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Crown Princess
2.80 :1
Norwegian Sky
2.25 :1
| Specification | Crown Princess | Norwegian Sky |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Princess Cruises | Norwegian Cruise Line |
| Class | Grand Class | Sun Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,006Winner | 1,999 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 113,561 GTWinner | 77,104 GT |
| Length | 290 mWinner | 258 m |
| Beam | 36 mWinner | |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 3,080Winner | 2,002 |
| Crew | 1,100Winner | 891 |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 36.9 GT/pax | 38.5 GT/paxWinner |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.80:1 | 2.25:1Winner |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Fincantieri | Lloyd Werft |
| Flag | Bermuda | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9293399 | 9128532 |
Crown Princess is the significantly larger vessel at 113,561 GT — 47% more than Norwegian Sky's 77,104 GT. Built in 2006, Crown Princess is 7 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Norwegian Sky edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.3:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Crown Princess |
| Capacity | Crown Princess |
| Modernity | Crown Princess |
| Service | Norwegian Sky |
| Spaciousness | Norwegian Sky |
Bottom line: Crown Princess wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Crown Princess
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Large 3,080-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
3,080 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Norwegian Sky
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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32 m |
| Draft | 8.8 mWinner | 8 m |
| Decks | — | — |
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