Airbus A320neo
The A320neo ("new engine option") is the updated A320. Bigger, more efficient engines and sharklet wingtips cut fuel burn per seat by up to about 20% compared with older A320s, which is why low-cost and Gulf airlines have ordered it in huge numbers.
Airbus A320neo specifications
| Type | Narrow-body twin jet |
|---|---|
| Maker | Airbus |
| First flight | 2014 |
| In service since | 2016 |
| Seats | 150–180 typical, up to 194 |
| Range | about 6,300 km |
| Cruise speed | about 830 km/h (Mach 0.78) |
| Length | 37.6 m |
| Wingspan | 35.8 m |
| Engines | 2 × CFM LEAP-1A or Pratt & Whitney PW1100G |
| Code on flight trackers | A20N |
Where you'll see it
Common with IndiGo, flynas, flyadeal, Wizz Air and many airlines replacing older A320s.
How to recognise it
Looks like an A320 but with noticeably larger, rounder engines that sit closer to the wing.
Track a live Airbus A320neo
Open the live flight map and tap any plane. The flight details show its aircraft type, and Airbus A320neo flights carry the code A20N.
Questions and answers
How many seats does the Airbus A320neo have?
The Airbus A320neo usually has 150–180 typical, up to 194 seats. The exact number depends on each airline's cabin layout.
How far can the Airbus A320neo fly?
Its range is about 6,300 km, depending on passengers, cargo and wind.
How fast does the Airbus A320neo fly?
It cruises at about 830 km/h (Mach 0.78).
How can I recognise a Airbus A320neo?
Looks like an A320 but with noticeably larger, rounder engines that sit closer to the wing.
How do I track a Airbus A320neo live?
Open the live map on fly24 and tap any plane: its aircraft type is shown in the flight details. Airbus A320neo flights show the code A20N.