7 Night Mediterranean - Western Cruise
MSC Cruises • MSC World Asia
Dec 4, 2026 · 7 nights
Iberian Peninsula
$934/person$133/night
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MSC World Asia vs Symphony of the Seas
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Symphony of the Seas wins 5 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
Quick Compare
Category
MSC World Asia
Symphony of the Seas
Size
215,863 GT
228,081 GT
Passengers
6,762
6,680
Year built
2026
2018
Crew ratio
3.2 guests per crew
3.0 guests per crew
Space ratio
31.9 GT per guest
34.1 GT per guest
Decks
No data
18
Length
333 m
362 m
From price
$823.01 pp
$854.9 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Symphony of the Seas is the larger vessel at 228,081 GT, 6% more than MSC World Asia's 215,863 GT. Built in 2026, MSC World Asia is 8 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design. Symphony of the Seas edges ahead in service at 3.0 guests per crew, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Symphony of the Seas |
| Capacity | MSC World Asia |
| Modernity | MSC World Asia |
| Service | Symphony of the Seas |
| Spaciousness | Symphony of the Seas |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Symphony of the Seas |
| Fleet Power | Symphony of the Seas |
Bottom line: Symphony of the Seas leads 5–2 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Symphony of the Seas for overall superiority; pick MSC World Asia if Capacity matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose MSC World Asia if
- You want the newer ship (built 2026, 8 years newer)
- More onboard variety (6,762 guests)
- Lower fares per night (from $118 per person per night)
Choose Symphony of the Seas if
- Size matters to you (228,081 GT)
- More crew per guest (3.0 guests per crew)
- More space per guest (34.1 GT per guest)
Prices
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | MSC World Asia | Symphony of the Seas |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $823.01 pp | $854.9 pp |
| Per night | $118 pp | $122 pp |
| Departing | Dec 5 | Nov 8 |
| Duration | 7 nights | 7 nights |
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Prices from Cruisebound, per person, for the sailing shown.
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Sailings
Upcoming Sailings
Upcoming Sailings on MSC World Asia
7 Night Mediterranean - Western Cruise
MSC Cruises • MSC World Asia
Dec 5, 2026 · 7 nights
Iberian Peninsula
$823/person$118/night
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7 Night Mediterranean - Western Cruise
MSC Cruises • MSC World Asia
Dec 6, 2026 · 7 nights
Mediterranean
$833/person$119/night
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7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Symphony of the Seas
Nov 1, 2026 · 7 nights
Caribbean
$1,320/person$189/night
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7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Symphony of the Seas
Nov 8, 2026 · 7 nights
Caribbean
$855/person$122/night
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7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
Royal Caribbean • Symphony of the Seas
Nov 15, 2026 · 7 nights
Caribbean
$3,355/person$479/night
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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.
