Airbus Aircraft: Complete Fleet Guide

Airbus builds four airliner families today: the A220, the A320neo family, the A330neo and the A350. The A380 is out of production but still flies.

In autumn 2025 the A320 family passed Boeing's 737 as the most-delivered airliner in history. By the end of September 2026 Airbus had delivered 12,900 A320 family aircraft, with 7,535 more on order.

This guide covers each Airbus airliner: seats, range, engines and where it fits. If you are comparing with the other big maker, see our Boeing aircraft models guide. Figures come from Airbus data as of the end of September 2026.

Airbus Aircraft Families at a Glance

Airbus keeps four aircraft families in production. Each serves a different mission.

Aircraft Family	Type	Typical seats	Range	Status
A220	Single-aisle	100-150	Up to 3,600 nm	In production
A320neo	Single-aisle	120-220	3,400-4,700 nm	In production
A330neo	Widebody	257-303	7,350-8,100 nm	In production
A350	Widebody	332-400	8,600-9,100 nm	In production
A380	Double-deck	About 525	8,000 nm	Out of production

A220 Family

The A220 was not designed at Airbus. Bombardier built it as the CSeries, then sold a majority stake to Airbus in 2018.

Passengers like it. The economy cabin is four seats abreast, so there is no middle seat in each row. Delta is the largest operator. Airbus has taken orders for 1,107 A220s, and 550 have been delivered. It competes with the Embraer E195-E2.

A220-100

The smaller version seats 100 to 120 passengers in two classes (135 maximum), with a range of 3,600 nautical miles. Airlines use it on thinner routes where an A320 would fly half empty.

A220-300

The stretched version seats 120 to 150 passengers in two classes (160 maximum), with a range of 3,400 nautical miles. This is the version most airlines order.

A220 Model	Length	Typical seats (two classes)	Range	Engines
A220-100	35.0 m	100-120	3,600 nm	PW1500G
A220-300	38.7 m	120-150	3,400 nm	PW1500G

A320neo Family

The A320 family is the core of Airbus. Across all versions, including the older ceo models, Airbus has taken 20,435 orders and delivered 12,900.

"Neo" means New Engine Option. You choose between the CFM LEAP-1A and the Pratt & Whitney PW1000G. Airbus says the neo burns up to 20% less fuel per seat than the previous generation.

An A320 family aircraft takes off or lands somewhere in the world every two seconds, and more than 300 operators fly them. The A319, A320 and A321 share a common cockpit and procedures, so one pilot type rating covers all three. That cuts training costs and makes it easy to mix sizes in one fleet.

A319neo

The smallest of the three. It seats 120 to 150 passengers (160 maximum) with 3,650 nautical miles of range. Orders are slow because the A220-300 competes for the same market.

A320neo

The baseline model. It seats 150 to 180 passengers (194 maximum) with 3,400 nautical miles of range. Most operators start here.

A321neo

The stretched version seats 180 to 220 passengers (244 maximum) with up to 4,000 nautical miles of range.

Where airlines once needed a 767 or an A330, the A321neo often does the job at a lower cost per seat. That works on routes that cannot fill a widebody.

A321LR (Long Range)

Extra fuel tanks in the hold give the A321LR about 4,000 nautical miles of range with around 206 passengers. Airlines use it across the Atlantic.

A321XLR (Extra Long Range)

The longest-range single-aisle in service. A rear centre tank gives 4,700 nautical miles of range, and Airbus says fuel burn per seat is 30% lower than on the previous generation. Iberia was the launch operator in late 2024, and Qantas, IndiGo and others now fly it.

It opens secondary city pairs that cannot fill a widebody but have enough premium demand.

A320neo Model	Length	Seats (max)	Range	Fuel Savings (Airbus)
A319neo	33.8 m	160	3,650 nm	Up to 20%
A320neo	37.6 m	194	3,400 nm	Up to 20%
A321neo	44.5 m	244	4,000 nm	Up to 20%
A321LR	44.5 m	about 206 (typical)	4,000 nm	Up to 20%
A321XLR	44.5 m	244	4,700 nm	30%

Airbus is raising output toward 70 to 75 A320 family aircraft per month by the end of 2027, and expects to hold rate 75 after that. The pace depends on engine supply. Airbus opened new final assembly lines in Mobile, Alabama and Tianjin, China in 2025 to help.

A330neo Family

The A330neo takes a proven airframe and fits new engines and new wingtips. Rolls-Royce Trent 7000 engines and A350-style sharklet wingtips cut fuel burn. Airbus says the A330-900 burns about 25% less fuel than the Boeing 777-200ER.

You get widebody range without the price of an A350. For a head-to-head with the Boeing rival, read our A330neo vs Boeing 787-10 analysis.

A330-800

The smaller version flies 8,100 nautical miles with 257 to 271 passengers in three classes. Kuwait Airways was the first operator, in November 2020.

A330-900

The larger version flies 7,350 nautical miles with 287 to 303 passengers in three classes. TAP Air Portugal started service in December 2018.

A330neo Model	Length	Typical seats (three classes)	Range	Engines
A330-800	58.4 m	257-271	8,100 nm	Trent 7000
A330-900	63.7 m	287-303	7,350 nm	Trent 7000

The whole A330 family (ceo and neo) has 2,005 orders and 1,674 deliveries. Only 331 remain to be delivered, and the A330neo is now the only version being built.

A350 Family

The A350 reflects what Airbus learned from composite structures. Carbon fiber reinforced plastic makes up 53% of the structure.

The airframe weighs less and burns less fuel. Cabin pressure and humidity are also better, so passengers tend to feel fresher after a long flight.

Airbus has taken 1,624 A350 orders and delivered 737, so the backlog stands at 887.

For the comparison with Boeing's rival, see our Boeing 787 vs Airbus A350 comparison.

A350-900

The baseline model seats 332 to 352 passengers in three classes, with range of about 8,600 nautical miles. Airbus quotes up to 9,700 nautical miles on ultra-long-range routes. It uses the Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84.

It replaced the A340 and competes with Boeing's 787-9 and 777-200.

A350-1000

The larger model seats 375 to 400 passengers in three classes, with range of 9,100 nautical miles. It uses the Trent XWB-97. Qatar Airways was the launch operator, in February 2018.

A350-1000ULR

Qantas ordered 12 for Project Sunrise, non-stop flights from Sydney to London and New York. The aircraft has an extra 20,000-litre fuel tank and can fly up to 22 hours. Airbus has moved the first delivery from late 2026 to April 2027 because of supply chain problems, so Qantas now expects Sunrise flights after that date.

Qantas plans a cabin of 238 seats in four classes, with a focus on premium seats.

A350 Model	Length	Typical seats (three classes)	Range	Engines
A350-900	66.8 m	332-352	8,600 nm	Trent XWB-84
A350-1000	73.8 m	375-400	9,100 nm	Trent XWB-97
A350-1000ULR	73.8 m	238 (Qantas)	Up to 22 hours	Trent XWB-97

Airbus plans to build 12 A350s a month in 2028. It also took over some Spirit AeroSystems work, including A350 parts, to secure supply.

A380

The A380 is the largest passenger aircraft ever built. It seats about 525 in typical layouts, and the certified maximum is 853.

Airbus ended production in 2021 after delivering 251 aircraft. Emirates took the last one in December 2021. The program never made a profit for Airbus.

For some operators, though, the A380 still works. Emirates is the largest user. It owns 116 and has said it plans about 110 in active service by the end of 2026. Other airlines keep smaller fleets on routes where airport slots limit the number of flights.

A380 Specifications	Value
Length	72.7 m
Wingspan	79.8 m
Passengers (typical)	525
Passengers (max)	853
Range	8,000 nm
Engines	GP7200 or Trent 900

Airbus still supports A380 operators with parts and service.

Airbus Orders and Backlog, September 2026

Aircraft Family	Total Orders	Deliveries	Backlog
A220	1,107	550	557
A320 family	20,435	12,900	7,535
A330	2,005	1,674	331
A350	1,624	737	887
TOTAL (four current families)	25,171	15,861	9,310

Airbus delivered 793 aircraft in 2025. Through September 2026 it had delivered 547 and booked 1,174 gross orders. It is aiming for about 870 deliveries this year, so the last quarter is busy.

Many of these aircraft go to airlines through lessors. You can browse both in our airlines directory and our aircraft leasing directory. For companies building aircraft worldwide, see the aircraft manufacturers directory.

Which Airbus Aircraft Fits Your Operation?

Fleet decisions come down to route economics. Operators usually think about it like this.

Regional routes under 3,000 nm with 100-150 passengers

The A220 offers low seat-mile costs and a cabin passengers like. If your routes fit its range, start here.

Short to medium-haul with 150-220 passengers

The A320neo family is the usual choice. It has a huge support network, flexible cabins and a deep market for parts and crews.

Medium to long-haul with 250-300 passengers

The A330neo gives widebody capability at a lower price than the A350. If you do not need the longest range, the economics often favor it.

Long-haul premium routes with 330-400 passengers

The A350 is built for intercontinental flying, with strong fuel efficiency and a comfortable cabin.

Ultra-high-density hub routes

Remaining A380 operators use its capacity at slot-constrained airports such as Heathrow, Dubai and Singapore.

FAQ

How many Airbus aircraft fly worldwide?

Airbus has delivered 17,305 aircraft in all, including older families. The A320 family alone has 12,900 deliveries and more than 300 operators. Airbus does not publish one figure for aircraft still in service.

What separates the A320ceo from the A320neo?

Engines. The A320ceo runs older CFM56 or V2500 engines. The A320neo uses the CFM LEAP-1A or PW1000G and burns up to 20% less fuel. Airbus delivered the last ceo in December 2021.

Which Airbus aircraft flies the farthest?

The A350-1000ULR is designed for flights of up to 22 hours. Qantas expects its first one in April 2027. Among aircraft in regular service, the A350-1000 has the longest range at about 9,100 nautical miles.

Does Airbus still build the A380?

No. Production ended in 2021. Emirates received the final delivery that December.

What engines power Airbus aircraft?

It varies by family:
A220: Pratt & Whitney PW1500G
A320neo: CFM LEAP-1A or PW1000G
A330neo: Rolls-Royce Trent 7000
A350: Rolls-Royce Trent XWB
A380: Engine Alliance GP7200 or Rolls-Royce Trent 900

How many passengers does the A321XLR hold?

Typically 180 to 220 in two classes, with a maximum of 244. Operators set the layout by route and cabin mix.

Which airlines operate the most Airbus aircraft?

Large A320 family fleets sit with airlines such as American Airlines and IndiGo. Delta is the largest A220 operator. Fleet counts change every month, so check each airline's latest filing.

The Bottom Line

Airbus now has a backlog of 9,310 aircraft, and 7,535 of them are A320 family. The main limit is how fast Airbus and its suppliers, especially engine makers, can build them.

For most fleet planners, the choice between Airbus and Boeing comes down to route network, engine supply and delivery slots.

Sources: Airbus orders and deliveries (end of September 2026), Airbus A320 family data, Airbus aircraft specification pages, Airbus 2025 results release (January 2026), EASA, IATA, Qantas and Emirates statements. Checked 26 October 2026.