A220-300 vs A320neo
The A320neo leads, topping 2 of 7 compared metrics.
Cross-shopping the Airbus A220-300 (introduced 2016) against the Airbus A320neo (introduced 2016) is a common decision, and the two sit closer on paper than the badges suggest. Both are commercial, which makes them natural cross-shopping rivals. The clearest separation between them is cabin capacity, where the A320neo carries more passengers. Below we compare them spec by spec, then break down which aircraft suits which mission.
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A220-300 vs A320neo: the key differences
- The A220-300 and A320neo are evenly matched on range, both at 3,400 nm.
- The A220-300 and A320neo are evenly matched on cruise speed, both at 487 kt.
- The A320neo delivers 21% more passenger capacity (A220-300: 160 seats; A320neo: 194 seats).
- The A320neo is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (187,393 lbs versus 167,551 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 A320neo 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 A220-300 when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the A320neo when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the A220-300 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.
A220-300 vs A320neo: FAQs
Does the A220-300 or A320neo seat more passengers?
The A320neo carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 194 seats, compared with 160 on the A220-300.
Is the A220-300 or the A320neo the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the A320neo is the larger aircraft — 187,393 lbs versus 167,551 lbs for the A220-300.
Should I buy the A220-300 or the A320neo?
Choose the A220-300 when nonstop range is the deciding factor, and the A320neo when cabin capacity and payload matter more; the A220-300 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 A220-300 vs A320neo?
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.