Carnival Freedom - 8/18/2026
The August 18, 2026 cruise on the Carnival Freedom departs from Port Canaveral, Florida. On this 14 Night Transatlantic: Carnival Journeys (Port Canaveral To Barcelona) sailing, the ship will visit a total of 6 cruise port destinations, including its departure port. The Carnival Freedom sets sail on Tuesday, Aug 18th and returns on Tuesday, Sep 1st.
Cruise Pricing
The graph below tracks historic price of the Carnival Freedom cruise ship departing August 18, 2026. The most recent price for this sailing starts at $814 ($59 per night) for an Inside Cabin. Compared to the average price of $845 ($61 per night), this represents a recent decrease of 4%.
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Cruise Itinerary
Itinerary
Carnival Freedom - August 18, 2026 - 14 Nights
| Day | Date | Port |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aug 18th | Port Canaveral, Florida |
| 2 | Aug 19th | Celebration Key, Bahamas |
| 3 | Aug 20th | At Sea |
| 4 | Aug 21st | At Sea |
| 5 | Aug 22nd | At Sea |
| 6 | Aug 23rd | At Sea |
| 7 | Aug 24th | At Sea |
| 8 | Aug 25th | At Sea |
| 9 | Aug 26th | At Sea |
| 10 | Aug 27th | At Sea |
| 11 | Aug 28th | At Sea |
| 12 | Aug 29th | Gibraltar, U.K. |
| 13 | Aug 30th | Malaga, Spain |
| 14 | Aug 31st | Alicante, Spain |
| 15 | Sep 1st | Barcelona, Spain |
The Carnival Freedom sails on August 18, 2026 for a 14 Night Transatlantic: Carnival Journeys (Port Canaveral To Barcelona). The ship will depart the port of Port Canaveral, Florida at 5:30 PM and will return to the port of Barcelona, Spain on Sep 1st at 6:00 AM. During the 15-day journey, the Carnival Freedom will visit 5 additional ports and will spend 9 days at sea.
Cruise Ship
Carnival Freedom
CARNIVAL FREEDOM SIZE
The Freedom has a construction date of 2007 and a total size of 110,000 gross tons. The ship measures 952 feet (290 meters) in length. Carnival Freedom is included in Carnival’s Conquest Class. At full capacity, the Carnival Freedom holds 4,904 passengers. That includes 3,754 cruise vacationers and 1,150 staff members. The Freedom total number of staterooms is 1,489.
Carnival Freedom Size & Stats
- Gross Tonnage:110,000 GT
- Length:952 ft (290 m)
- Beam:116 ft (35 m)
- Draft:27 ft (8 m)
- Max Speed:25 mph (22 kn)
- Year Built:2007
- Years Served:2007 - Present
- Capacity:3,754
- Crew Members:1,150
- Total on Board:4,904
- Total Staterooms:1,489
- Flagged Country:Panama
- Ship Cost:500 Million
- Status:active
To see how this compares, click through to see Carnival Freedom age and stats vs all Carnival ships. There you’ll find graphs showing length, capacity, tonnage and more for this ship vs all in the fleet.
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Cruise Ports
Port Canaveral, Florida, offers docking at Port Canaveral. Travelers explore Kennedy Space Center and Cocoa Beach. Excursions include airboat rides in Merritt Island. Local markets sell key lime pie. The peak season, December to April, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures space shuttles and Atlantic vistas. Dining onboard includes grouper, a Floridian favorite. Souvenirs, like space-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover NASA history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the subtropical climate, while comfortable shoes enhance space center walks. Port Canaveral’s modern charm offers a vibrant American stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of space exploration and scenic coasts, making Port Canaveral an engaging destination. (126 words)
Celebration Key, Bahamas, docks at a private pier for Grand Bahama cruises. Travelers enjoy water parks and cabana rentals. Snorkeling reveals artificial reefs. No local markets; island shops sell branded merchandise. Peak season December to April; no taxis, free shuttles provided. Dining includes jerk chicken at beach buffets. Souvenirs feature Bahamian straw hats. Kayaking and paddleboarding available.
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Take advantage of the many on board activites during your day at sea. You'll have more than enough to fill your day!
Gibraltar, U.K., offers docking at Gibraltar Port. Travelers explore Rock of Gibraltar and St. Michael’s Cave. Excursions include dolphin-watching tours. Local markets sell fish and chips. The peak season, April to October, brings mild weather for coastal tours. Photography captures limestone cliffs and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes roast beef, a British favorite. Souvenirs, like monkey-themed crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Barbary history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while sturdy shoes enhance rock hikes. Gibraltar’s unique charm offers a vibrant British stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of natural wonders and scenic straits, making Gibraltar an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Málaga, Spain, offers docking at Málaga Port. Travelers explore Alcazaba Fortress and Picasso Museum. Excursions visit Ronda’s deep gorges. Local markets sell gazpacho. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes paella, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Andalusian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Málaga’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic fortresses and scenic coasts, making Málaga an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Costa del Sol. (126 words)
Alicante, Spain, offers docking at Alicante Port. Travelers explore Santa Bárbara Castle and Explanada de España. Excursions visit Elche’s palm groves. Local markets sell turrón. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for coastal tours. Photography captures Moorish castles and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes arroz a banda, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Valencian history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance castle walks. Alicante’s coastal charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of historic landmarks and scenic promenades, making Alicante an engaging destination for exploration. (126 words)
Barcelona, Spain, offers docking at Barcelona Port. Travelers explore Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. Excursions visit Montserrat Monastery. Local markets sell paella. The peak season, April to October, brings warm weather for city tours. Photography captures Gaudí architecture and Mediterranean vistas. Dining onboard includes tapas, a Spanish favorite. Souvenirs, like ceramic crafts, are sold in ship shops. Briefings cover Catalan history. Light clothing and sun protection suit the Mediterranean climate, while comfortable shoes enhance city walks. Barcelona’s cultural charm offers a vibrant Spanish stop. Cruise travelers enjoy a mix of modernist landmarks and scenic coasts, making Barcelona an engaging destination for exploring Spain’s Catalan region. (126 words)