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Airbus A319 Flights
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What is the Airbus A319?
The Airbus A319 is a member of the Airbus A320 family of narrow-body passenger airliners.
The twin-engine jets are manufactured by Airbus - the final assembly of the aircraft takes place in Hamburg, Germany and in Tianjin, China. The aircraft carries 124 to 156 passengers and has a maximum range of 3,700 nmi (6,900 km; 4,300 mi).
As of 2025, over 1,500 Airbus A319 aircraft had been delivered, with more than 1,200 still in service worldwide. The A319 continues to be operated by major airlines, making it one of the most widely used aircraft in the Airbus A320 family.
How does the A319 compare with the A320?
The A319 is a shortened-fuselage variant of the Airbus A320, which was first launched in 1987. The A320 family was extended to include the stretched A321 (first delivered in 1994), the shortened A319 (1996), and the further shortened A318 (2003).
Which airlines use the Airbus A319?
The Airbus A319 is used by airlines worldwide and is commonly flown on short-haul and medium-haul routes. Some well-known airlines that operate Airbus A319 aircraft include:
- American Airlines
- United Airlines
- Delta Air Lines
- easyJet
- British Airways
- Lufthansa
- Air France
- TAP Air Portugal
Airline fleets can change regularly, so aircraft type may vary depending on the route, season, and availability.
How to book Airbus A319 flights
Booking Airbus A319 flights with Alternative Airlines is quick and easy:
- Search your route by entering your departure and destination airports, travel dates, and passenger details.
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- Use our Aircraft Filter to view available flights operated by the Airbus A319.
- Choose your flight and complete your booking online in just a few clicks.
Please note: aircraft type can sometimes change due to operational reasons, so it’s always worth checking your booking details closer to departure.
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Passenger features of the Airbus A319
What is the onboard experience like?
The A319 has the same optimised cabin cross-section as its A320 family members (including the A318, A320 and A321). The A320 family is the widest single-aisle fuselage aircraft on the market. This provides passengers with top-of-the-range comfort, with generous seat width.
What is the interior like?
A new cabin interior introduced by Airbus for the A320 Family ensures the A319 meets the needs of all passengers, setting a new standard for on-board comfort on single-aisle jetliners. The aircraft has a calm and quiet cabin, with a fresh and lighter new look, more space in the overhead compartments, a noticeable reduction in noise, and options for relaxing ambience lighting.
What are A319 seats like?
Some airlines choose extra-wide aisles over slightly wider seats, allowing for a faster turnaround time and more space for passengers to manoeuvre. The pitch and width of seats will depend on the airline. Easyjet's A319's have a 3-3 configuration and seats have a pitch of 29 inches and width of 18 inches in the Economy cabin. American Airline's A319's provide a seat pitch of 30 inches and a seat width of 17/3-18 inches in the Economy cabin.
Technical spec of the A319
- Spec: Airbus A319
- Range: 3,750 nautical miles (6,940 kilometers)
- Length: 33.84 meters
- Wing Span: 35.8 meters
- Passengers 1-Class (typical): 156 passengers at 28–30 inches pitch or 134 passengers at 32 inches pitch.
- Passengers 2-Class (typical): 124 passengers, with 8 premium passengers at 38 inches pitch and 116 economy passengers at 32 inches pitch.
- Cabin Width: 3.70 meters (12 feet 2 inches)
- Speed: The cruising speed of the Airbus A319 is approximately 515 mph, and its maximum speed is approximately 541 mph.
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Airbus A319 FAQs
What is the Airbus A319?
The Airbus A319 is a short to medium-haul aircraft in the Airbus A320 family. It’s a popular choice for airlines operating domestic and international routes thanks to its efficiency and passenger comfort.
What is the A319neo?
In December 2010, Airbus announced a new generation of the A320 family: the A320neo. The 'neo' part stands for new engine option. The similarly shortened fuselage A319neo variant offers new and more efficient engines, combined with airframe improvements and the addition of winglets on the end of the wings. The aircraft promises fuel savings for airlines of up to 15%.
Is the A319 safe?
The Airbus A319 has a strong safety record and is widely used by airlines around the world. Like all modern commercial aircraft, it is built to strict international safety standards, and Airbus continues to prioritise passenger safety across its fleet.
How many passengers can an Airbus A319 carry?
The Airbus A319 typically seats around 120 to 160 passengers, depending on the airline’s cabin layout and configuration.
Can I book Airbus A319 flights with Alternative Airlines?
Yes, you can book Airbus A319 flights with Alternative Airlines by searching your route and using the Aircraft Filter to find flights operated by the Airbus A319.
Can the aircraft type change after I book?
Yes, in some cases. Airlines may change the aircraft type for operational reasons, so the aircraft shown at booking may not always be the same aircraft used on the day of travel.