A321neo vs 767-300ER
The 767-300ER leads, topping 5 of 7 compared metrics.
Cross-shopping the Airbus A321neo (introduced 2017) against the Boeing Commercial Airplanes 767-300ER (introduced 1988) 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 767-300ER has the advantage. undefined
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A321neo vs 767-300ER: the key differences
- The 767-300ER delivers 60% more range (A321neo: 4,000 nm; 767-300ER: 6,385 nm).
- The A321neo delivers 6% more cruise speed (A321neo: 487 kt; 767-300ER: 459 kt).
- The 767-300ER delivers 44% more passenger capacity (A321neo: 244 seats; 767-300ER: 351 seats).
- The A321neo is the newer design (introduced 2017 versus 1988 for the 767-300ER), a gap of 29 years that usually shows up in avionics, cabin systems and fuel burn.
- The 767-300ER is the larger aircraft by maximum takeoff weight (412,775 lbs versus 213,848 lbs), which typically buys more cabin and payload at the cost of higher trip economics.
Which mission suits which aircraft
The 767-300ER is the stronger fit for nonstop ultra-long-haul routes — its 6,385 nm of range removes fuel stops on those legs. The A321neo, at 4,000 nm, is better matched to long-haul and transatlantic missions, where lower trip cost counts for more than outright reach. If most of your flying sits inside the A321neo's range, the 767-300ER's extra capability is range you pay to carry but rarely use.
Which should you choose?
On published specifications the 767-300ER leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The A321neo 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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A321neo vs 767-300ER: FAQs
Which has the longer range, the A321neo or the 767-300ER?
The 767-300ER has the longer published range — 6,385 nm versus 4,000 nm for the A321neo.
Does the A321neo or 767-300ER seat more passengers?
The 767-300ER carries more passengers at maximum configuration — up to 351 seats, compared with 244 on the A321neo.
Which is faster, the A321neo or the 767-300ER?
The A321neo cruises faster, at 487 kt versus 459 kt for the 767-300ER.
Which is newer, the A321neo or the 767-300ER?
The A321neo is the newer design, introduced in 2017 versus 1988 for the 767-300ER.
Is the A321neo or the 767-300ER the larger aircraft?
By maximum takeoff weight the 767-300ER is the larger aircraft — 412,775 lbs versus 213,848 lbs for the A321neo.
Should I buy the A321neo or the 767-300ER?
On published specifications the 767-300ER leads on both range and cabin capacity, so it suits operators who want maximum mission flexibility from a single airframe. The A321neo 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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