MSC Fantasia
MSC Cruise Line
MSC Fantasia is one of MSC's 23 active ships and first entered service in 2008 with its most recent renovation in 2023. In terms of size, it comes in at 137,936 gross tons, 1,093 feet in length, and 13 passenger decks. On board, it supports up to 3,274 guests and approximately 1,313 crew members. The ship had an estimated build cost of $550 million and is flagged in Panama.
MSC Fantasia
Ship Stats
Year Built
2008
Last Renovated
2023
Tonnage
137,936 GT
Length
1,093 ft
Capacity
3,274
Crew
1,313
Cost
$550 million
Decks
13
Fantasia Class
Fantasia Class groups ships with similar design and onboard features within MSC. The first ship introduced in this class was MSC Fantasia (2008), followed by MSC Splendida (2009), MSC Divina (2012), and MSC Preziosa (2013).
MSC Fantasia Ship Age
MSC Fantasia entered service in 2008. Across MSC's active fleet, the average build year is 2013 and across all major active cruise lines the average ship launch year is 2011. Ranked newest-to-oldest, this ship is 16 of 23 (newest ship = rank 1).
Timeline order: newest to oldest
- MSC Fantasia
Current ship
MSC Fantasia Renovations
Latest recorded dry dock / major renovation date: 2023.
Renovation details
In October 2023, the MSC Fantasia underwent a significant dry dock in Malta. Beyond general hotel maintenance, the primary update was the installation of shore power technology, allowing the ship to turn off its engines in port. The MSC Yacht Club area also received an aesthetic refresh with new furniture and updated decor.
MSC Fantasia Ship Size
Length and tonnage across MSC's fleet
MSC Fantasia measures 1,093 feet (333 m) (vs MSC fleet average of 1,030 ft) and has gross tonnage of 137,936 GT (vs fleet average of 136,380 GT). It ranks 5 of 23 by length and 14 of 23 by tonnage in MSC's active fleet.
Passenger Capacity & Crew Size
MSC Fantasia vs MSC fleet averages
MSC Fantasia carries 3,274 passengers (vs MSC average of 4,391) and has 1,313 crew members onboard (vs fleet average of 1,276). That puts this ship at a passenger-to-staff ratio of 2.49:1 compared with MSC's overall 3.44:1 average.
Passenger Capacity
3,274
passengers
Crew Members
1,313
staff members
Passenger to Crew Ratio
2.49 : 1
MSC Avg
3.44 : 1
Frequently Asked Questions
MSC Fantasia quick answers covering size, capacity, deck plans, and what to expect onboard.
You will find the MSC Fantasia Casino on Deck 6 of the ship.
You will find the MSC Fantasia buffet on Deck 14 of the ship.
In October 2023, the MSC Fantasia underwent a significant dry dock in Malta. Beyond general hotel maintenance, the primary update was the installation of shore power technology, allowing the ship to turn off its engines in port. The MSC Yacht Club area also received an aesthetic refresh with new furniture and updated decor.
The ship belongs to the MSC class of ships known as the Fantasia class.
The MSC Fantasia has a total of 13 passenger decks. The lowest deck is Level 5. The upper most passenger deck is Level 18.
We're often asked how many passengers are on the MSC Fantasia. The ship's capacity is 3,274. When comparing the occupancy to the average MSC passenger capacity, you'll find that the average ship in the fleet holds 4,494 guests. Feel free to look at our graph above to see where this ship falls in line with all other live MSC ships.
The MSC Fantasia was built in 2008. MSC includes 23 active ships. The oldest in the fleet was built in 2001 while the newest ship was built in 2025. The average MSC ship is 13 years old and the median build date for all active ships is 2013
Each of MSC's ships offers a unique layout with features and activities catered to all. Whether the MSC Fantasia is right for you will depend on your individual preferences. Do you prefer a larger or smaller ship with many or fewer guests? Are you hoping for many family activities or entertainment options for an older clientele. Our deck maps layout and activities list provide a helpful guide to what you'll find on board. Feel free to explore the see if this ship is suited towards your preferences.
From end to end, the MSC Fantasia length equals 1,093 feet (333 meters). Compare that to the average ship length of all 23 active vessels in MSC fleet, measuring 1,030 feet (314 meters). Please see our size comparison chart above to see how this ship falls in line with all other active ships in the fleet.