A319neo vs 737-700
The A319neo leads, topping 3 of 7 compared metrics.
Cross-shopping the Airbus A319neo (introduced 2018) against the Boeing Commercial Airplanes 737-700 (introduced 1997) 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 range, where the A319neo has the advantage. Below we compare them spec by spec, then break down which aircraft suits which mission.
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A319neo vs 737-700: the key differences
- The A319neo delivers 11% more range (A319neo: 3,750 nm; 737-700: 3,365 nm).
- The A319neo delivers 8% more cruise speed (A319neo: 487 kt; 737-700: 453 kt).
- The A319neo delivers 7% more passenger capacity (A319neo: 160 seats; 737-700: 149 seats).
- The A319neo is the newer design (introduced 2018 versus 1997 for the 737-700), a gap of 21 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The A319neo is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (166,449 lbs versus 154,500 lbs), which typically buys more cabin and payload at the cost of higher trip economics.
Which mission suits which aircraft
The A319neo is the stronger fit for long-haul and transatlantic missions — its 3,750 nm of range removes fuel stops on those legs. The 737-700, at 3,365 nm, is better matched to transcontinental missions, where lower trip cost counts for more than outright reach. If most of your flying sits inside the 737-700's range, the A319neo's extra capability is range you pay to carry but rarely use.
Which should you choose?
On published specifications the A319neo leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The 737-700 can still be the smarter buy on acquisition cost, operating economics, runway performance, or current availability — the factors that rarely show up in a spec sheet. Our acquisition advisory team can model both against your actual mission profile before you commit.
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A319neo vs 737-700: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the A319neo or the 737-700?
The A319neo has the longer published range — 3,750 nm versus 3,365 nm for the 737-700.
Does the A319neo or 737-700 seat more passengers?
The A319neo carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 160 seats, compared with 149 on the 737-700.
Which is faster, the A319neo or the 737-700?
The A319neo cruises faster, at 487 kt versus 453 kt for the 737-700.
Which is newer, the A319neo or the 737-700?
The A319neo is the newer design, introduced in 2018 versus 1997 for the 737-700.
Is the A319neo or the 737-700 the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the A319neo is the larger aircraft — 166,449 lbs versus 154,500 lbs for the 737-700.
Should I buy the A319neo or the 737-700?
On published specifications the A319neo leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The 737-700 can still be the smarter buy on acquisition cost, operating economics, runway performance, or current availability — the factors that rarely show up in a spec sheet. Our acquisition advisory team can model both against your actual mission profile before you commit.
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