A220-100 vs A220-300
A220-100 and A220-300 are closely matched, each topping 1 of 7 metrics.
Put the Airbus A220-100 (introduced 2016) beside the Airbus A220-300 (introduced 2016) and the trade-offs sharpen fast. Both are commercial, which makes them natural cross-shopping rivals. The clearest separation between them is cabin capacity, where the A220-300 carries more passengers. We line the numbers up below, then translate them into the mission each aircraft actually wins.
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A220-100 vs A220-300: the key differences
- The A220-100 and A220-300 are evenly matched on range, both at 3,400 nm.
- The A220-100 and A220-300 are evenly matched on cruise speed, both at 487 kt.
- The A220-300 delivers 19% more passenger capacity (A220-100: 135 seats; A220-300: 160 seats).
- The A220-300 is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (167,551 lbs versus 149,914 lbs), which typically buys more cabin and payload at the cost of higher trip economics.
Which mission suits which aircraft
Both aircraft are built for transcontinental missions, so outright range rarely separates them — the call leans on cabin (the A220-300 seats more), trip economics and what is actually available on the market. Match the airframe to how you fly most weeks, not to the headline range figure.
Which should you choose?
Choose the A220-100 when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the A220-300 when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the A220-100 holds the cruise-speed edge. The right answer ultimately depends on acquisition cost, maintenance-program status, and what is actually available on the market — talk to our acquisition advisory team to pressure-test the choice against your missions and budget.
A220-100 vs A220-300: FAQs
Does the A220-100 or A220-300 seat more passengers?
The A220-300 carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 160 seats, compared with 135 on the A220-100.
Is the A220-100 or the A220-300 the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the A220-300 is the larger aircraft — 167,551 lbs versus 149,914 lbs for the A220-100.
Should I buy the A220-100 or the A220-300?
Choose the A220-100 when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the A220-300 when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the A220-100 holds the cruise-speed edge. The right answer ultimately depends on acquisition cost, maintenance-program status, and what is actually available on the market — talk to our acquisition advisory team to pressure-test the choice against your missions and budget.
Still weighing up the A220-100 vs A220-300?
Specs only take you so far. Our advisors give an independent recommendation based on your mission, budget and how you actually fly — and represent your side through to purchase.