Our aircraft
As part of the Qantas Group Fleet renewal program, we've ordered an additional 20 new Airbus A321XLR (Extra Long Range) aircraft, bringing the total to 48. The first was welcomed into our fleet in June 2025.
Lie-flat business seats will feature on 16 of the additional 20 new aircraft we've ordered and will begin to be delivered from calendar year 2028.
The A321XLR is five metres longer than the Boeing 737 aircraft it will replace, and in its initial cabin layout with recliner business seats, will accommodate 197 passengers with a 66% increase in premium seating options compared to the 737.
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A spacious and quiet cabin
Meticulously designed by David Caon, the widebody cabin features ambient LED lighting, high ceilings and large windows for more natural light and expansive panoramic views. Plus, there's increased storage for your carry-on items, with the overhead lockers offering room for around 60% more bags than the Boeing 737 aircraft.
Innovation at your fingertips
Stay connected with fast and free Wi-Fi, using your own device to browse the web, book a restaurant or scroll social media. With the convenience of wireless charging pads in Business, and dual USB A and C charging ports throughout the aircraft, you'll arrive at your destination recharged.
Extra Long Range performance
The A321XLR could open a world of opportunity with more direct Australian domestic and international routes like Southeast Asia and the Pacific islands.
Lower carbon emissions
The A321XLR is an efficient aircraft that will generate less carbon emissions per seat than the aircraft it replaces on like for like routes.
Your inflight experience
With high ceilings and large windows that provide natural light, enjoy a sense of openness and expansive panoramic views.
Note: designs are indicative and subject to change.
Business
Discover the aircraft features and browse the image gallery to look inside our Business cabin.
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Economy
Discover the aircraft features and browse the image galleries to look inside our Economy cabin.
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Inflight Wi-Fi
When flying on our A321XLR aircraft, you can stay connected in the sky with fast and free Wi-Fi. Access to Wi-Fi may vary on flights depending on satellite coverage. Use your own device to browse the web, stream entertainment from the Qantas Entertainment app and more.
Our A321XLR destinations
Our A321XLRs can fly to a range of destinations within Australia and across Southeast Asia and the Pacific islands. We'll unveil the routes and exciting travel opportunities as the aircraft are delivered.
Infographic map showing the extended range of the A321XLR recliner business class configured aircraft across Southeast Asia and the Pacific compared with the Boeing 737 fleet.
Naming our A321XLR fleet
The names of our A321XLR aircraft will be after great roads, rivers and walks in Australia as a nod to our iconic travel opportunities and the importance of connecting this landscape and beyond.
Our first aircraft is named Great Ocean Road, after the 240kms road along the Victorian coastline, winding through scenic headlands, rainforests and beaches, and representing regional Australia at its best.
The next five aircraft names are:
- Bibbulmun Track (WA)
- Murray River (NSW)
- Outback Way (QLD/NT/WA)
- Red Centre Way (NT)
- Seven Peaks Walk (NSW)
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Important information
Disclaimer: * The first three Qantas A321XLRs will arrive configured with 180 Economy seats.