Boeing 737-800
The 737-800 is the most common version of the 737 "Next Generation" and one of the most widely flown airliners in the world. It is the direct rival of the Airbus A320.
Boeing 737-800 specifications
| Type | Narrow-body twin jet |
|---|---|
| Maker | Boeing |
| First flight | 1997 |
| In service since | 1998 |
| Seats | 162–189 |
| Range | about 5,400 km |
| Cruise speed | about 840 km/h (Mach 0.785) |
| Length | 39.5 m |
| Wingspan | 35.8 m (with winglets) |
| Engines | 2 × CFM56-7B |
| Code on flight trackers | B738 |
Where you'll see it
flydubai, Turkish Airlines, Ryanair and many others.
How to recognise it
Pointed nose, cockpit windows with a V-shaped lower edge and engines with a flattened bottom so they clear the ground.
Track a live Boeing 737-800
Open the live flight map and tap any plane. The flight details show its aircraft type, and Boeing 737-800 flights carry the code B738.
Questions and answers
How many seats does the Boeing 737-800 have?
The Boeing 737-800 usually has 162–189 seats. The exact number depends on each airline's cabin layout.
How far can the Boeing 737-800 fly?
Its range is about 5,400 km, depending on passengers, cargo and wind.
How fast does the Boeing 737-800 fly?
It cruises at about 840 km/h (Mach 0.785).
How can I recognise a Boeing 737-800?
Pointed nose, cockpit windows with a V-shaped lower edge and engines with a flattened bottom so they clear the ground.
How do I track a Boeing 737-800 live?
Open the live map on fly24 and tap any plane: its aircraft type is shown in the flight details. Boeing 737-800 flights show the code B738.