737-800 vs 737 MAX 8 plane range comparison

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Map comparing range of 737-800 and 737 MAX 8

Ranges shown at max payload (full passenger load), with average wind conditions

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The 737 MAX 8 is the direct successor to the 737-800, the world's most-delivered airliner variant, bringing CFM LEAP-1B engines and significantly lower fuel burn to the same market-dominant capacity and range.

The 737 MAX 8 has 18% more ferry range than the 737-800.

Boeing 737-800 Commercial
Ferry Range
3,760 nm
6,964 km — 8h 25m
Full Payload Range
2,030 nm
3,760 km
Cruise Speed
447 kt
Boeing 737 MAX 8 Commercial
Ferry Range
4,420 nm
8,186 km — 9h 45m
Full Payload Range
2,530 nm
4,686 km
Cruise Speed
453 kt

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