$1,296/person$144/night
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MSC Fantasia vs Oosterdam
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. MSC Fantasia wins 5 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
Quick Compare
Category
MSC Fantasia
Oosterdam
Size
137,936 GT
82,318 GT
Passengers
4,363
1,964
Year built
2008
2003
Crew ratio
3.3 guests per crew
2.4 guests per crew
Space ratio
31.6 GT per guest
41.9 GT per guest
Decks
No data
No data
Length
333 m
285 m
From price
$1,295.75 pp
$1,019 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
MSC Fantasia is the significantly larger vessel at 137,936 GT, 68% more than Oosterdam's 82,318 GT. Oosterdam offers more personal space with a space ratio of 41.9 GT per passenger versus 31.6. Built in 2008, MSC Fantasia is 5 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | MSC Fantasia |
| Capacity | MSC Fantasia |
| Modernity | MSC Fantasia |
| Service | Oosterdam |
| Spaciousness | Oosterdam |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | MSC Fantasia |
| Fleet Power | MSC Fantasia |
Bottom line: MSC Fantasia leads 5–2 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose MSC Fantasia for overall superiority; pick Oosterdam if its strengths matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose MSC Fantasia if
- You want the newer ship (built 2008, 5 years newer)
- Size matters to you (137,936 GT)
- More onboard variety (4,363 guests)
Choose Oosterdam if
- More crew per guest (2.4 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (41.9 GT per guest)
- Lower fares per night (from $73 per person per night)
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | MSC Fantasia | Oosterdam |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $1,295.75 pp | $1,019 pp |
| Per night | $144 pp | $73 pp |
| Departing | Oct 29 | Nov 4 |
| Duration | 9 nights | 14 nights |
| View sailing | View sailing |
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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.
