Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated January 2026
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)
Norwegian Dawn
Norwegian Getaway
Gross Tonnage
Norwegian Dawn
92,250 GT
Norwegian Getaway
145,655 GT
Length
Norwegian Dawn
294 m
Norwegian Getaway
324 m
Beam
Norwegian Dawn
32 m
Norwegian Getaway
40 m
Passengers
Norwegian Dawn
2,340
Norwegian Getaway
3,963
Crew
Norwegian Dawn
1,031
Norwegian Getaway
1,640
Decks
Norwegian Dawn
—
Norwegian Getaway
—
Year Built
Norwegian Dawn
2,002
Norwegian Getaway
2,014
Space Ratio
Norwegian Dawn
39.4 GT/pax
Norwegian Getaway
36.8 GT/pax
Passenger:Crew Ratio
Norwegian Dawn
2.27 :1
Norwegian Getaway
2.42 :1
| Specification | Norwegian Dawn | Norwegian Getaway |
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line | Norwegian Cruise Line |
| Class | Dawn Class | Breakaway Class |
| Status | active | active |
| Year Built | 2,002 | 2,014Winner |
| Dimensions | ||
| Gross Tonnage | 92,250 GT | 145,655 GTWinner |
| Length | 294 m | 324 mWinner |
| Beam | 32 m | 40 mWinner |
| Capacity | ||
| Passengers | 2,340 | 3,963Winner |
| Crew | 1,031 | 1,640Winner |
| Key Ratios | ||
| Space Ratio | 39.4 GT/paxWinner | 36.8 GT/pax |
| Passenger:Crew Ratio | 2.27:1Winner | 2.42:1 |
| Build | ||
| Builder | Meyer Werft | Meyer Werft |
| Flag | Bahamas | Bahamas |
| IMO Number | 9195157 | 9606912 |
Norwegian Getaway is the significantly larger vessel at 145,655 GT — 58% more than Norwegian Dawn's 92,250 GT. Built in 2014, Norwegian Getaway is 12 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design. Norwegian Dawn edges ahead in service with a passenger-to-crew ratio of 2.3:1, meaning more crew per guest.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Norwegian Getaway |
| Capacity | Norwegian Getaway |
| Modernity | Norwegian Getaway |
| Service | Norwegian Dawn |
| Spaciousness | Norwegian Dawn |
Bottom line: Norwegian Getaway wins more categories (3 vs 2), making it the stronger all-round choice based on current data.
Norwegian Dawn
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Good value for money
Good range of onboard options
Norwegian Getaway
Large 3,963-guest capacity offers competitive pricing
Well-suited for cruise newcomers
3,963 passengers means tons of activities
Comfortable atmosphere for two
Free cancellation on most rooms
Bundle & save on your cruise trip
Medical, trip cancellation & luggage cover
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| Draft | 8.6 mWinner | 8.5 m |
| Decks | — | — |
