Airbus A330-800
Airbus SAS
About
The Airbus A330-800 is the smaller variant of the A330neo family, designed to replace the A330-200. First flying on November 6, 2018, it entered service with Kuwait Airways in October 2020. The A330-800 can carry 257 passengers in a typical configuration (up to 406 maximum) over a range of 15,000 km (8,100 nmi), making it capable of ultra-long-haul routes. Despite its impressive specifications and 25% better fuel efficiency than comparable aircraft, the A330-800 has struggled commercially with only 13 delivered as of 2025. Airlines have largely preferred the larger A330-900 or opted for the more advanced composite A350-900 instead.
Weightscompared to Airbus A380-800
Capacitycompared to Airbus A380-800
Passenger Capacity
48% of A380 maximum capacity
Crew
Dimensions
Length
Wingspan
Height
Wing Area
Cabin Width
Cabin Height
Catalog Price
Base List Price
$259.9M USD
2018 catalog price
Note: Actual prices vary based on configuration, options, and negotiations. This represents the manufacturer's base catalog price.
Engine Specifications
Engine Count
2×
Engine Model
Rolls-Royce Trent 7000-72
Thrust per Engine
320.0 kN(71939 lbf)
Fuel & Cargo
Fuel Capacity
139,090 L
Cargo Volume
136 m³
Production & History
Total Produced
13
Production Status
In production
Manufacturing Period
2018–present
First Flight
November 6, 2018
Entered Service
October 1, 2020