$339/person$170/night
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Norwegian Aqua vs Norwegian Bliss
Side-by-side cruise ship comparison. Norwegian Bliss wins 5 of 7 scored categories.
At a glance
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Category
Norwegian Aqua
Norwegian Bliss
Size
156,300 GT
168,028 GT
Passengers
3,571
4,004
Year built
2025
2018
Crew ratio
2.4 guests per crew
2.3 guests per crew
Space ratio
43.8 GT per guest
42.0 GT per guest
Decks
No data
20
Length
322 m
333 m
From price
$339 pp
$699 pp
The verdict
Comparison Verdict
Norwegian Bliss is the larger vessel at 168,028 GT, 8% more than Norwegian Aqua's 156,300 GT. Built in 2025, Norwegian Aqua is 7 years newer, an advantage for travelers seeking modern amenities and design. Norwegian Bliss accommodates 433 more guests (4,004 vs 3,571), making it the larger resort-at-sea. Norwegian Aqua trades capacity for a more intimate atmosphere.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Norwegian Bliss |
| Capacity | Norwegian Bliss |
| Modernity | Norwegian Aqua |
| Service | Norwegian Bliss |
| Spaciousness | Norwegian Aqua |
| Decks | No data |
| Length | Norwegian Bliss |
| Fleet Power | Norwegian Bliss |
Bottom line: Norwegian Bliss leads 5–2 across our categories, strongest in Size. Choose Norwegian Bliss for overall superiority; pick Norwegian Aqua if Modernity matter more to you.
Decide
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose Norwegian Aqua if
- You want the newer ship (built 2025, 7 years newer)
- More space per guest (43.8 GT per guest)
- Lower fares per night (from $71 per person per night)
Choose Norwegian Bliss if
- Size matters to you (168,028 GT)
- More onboard variety (4,004 guests)
- More crew per guest (2.3 guests per crew)
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Fares
Sailing Prices
| Detail | Norwegian Aqua | Norwegian Bliss |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest | $339 pp | $699 pp |
| Per night | $170 pp | $87 pp |
| Departing | Oct 16 | Nov 1 |
| Duration | 2 nights | 8 nights |
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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.
