MacBook Air Price Guide 2026: Every Model and Price, M1 to M5
Quick answer
In October 2026 a 13-inch MacBook Air costs from about $389 (M1), $616 (M2), $867 (M3) and $999 (M4) from independent sellers. A new MacBook Air M5 starts at $1,299 (13-inch) and $1,499 (15-inch) from Apple, after its June 2026 price increase. Apple's own outlet has no MacBook Airs right now, so for any earlier model you need an independent store. The 13-inch M2 is the best value for most people.
The MacBook Air is our best-selling laptop: 439 sold in the last 12 months from our shop in Hollywood. This is our price sheet for every Apple silicon MacBook Air, from the 2020 M1 to the 2026 M5: what it cost new, what it costs today, and what our customers actually paid.
MacBook Air prices: every model, October 2026
| MacBook Air (chip · size · memory · storage) | Released | Launch price | Lowest price today, Oct 7, 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MacBook Air M5 · 13-inch · 16GB · 512GB | Mar 2026 | $1,099 (now $1,299) | from $1,399 for 24GB/512GB; Apple's outlet sold out |
| MacBook Air M5 · 15-inch · 16GB · 512GB | Mar 2026 | $1,299 (now $1,499) | from $1,622 for 16GB/1TB |
| MacBook Air M4 · 13-inch · 16GB · 256GB | Mar 2025 | $999 | from $999 |
| MacBook Air M4 · 15-inch · 16GB · 256GB | Mar 2025 | $1,199 | from $1,050 |
| MacBook Air M3 · 13-inch · 8GB · 256GB | Mar 2024 | $1,099 | from $867 (16GB/256GB) |
| MacBook Air M3 · 15-inch · 8GB · 256GB | Mar 2024 | $1,299 | from $979 |
| MacBook Air M2 · 13-inch · 8GB · 256GB | Jul 2022 | $1,199 | from $616 |
| MacBook Air M2 · 15-inch · 8GB · 256GB | Jun 2023 | $1,299 | from $730 |
| MacBook Air M1 · 13-inch · 8GB · 256GB | Nov 2020 | $999 | from $389 |
How we priced this: on October 7, 2026 we checked Apple, Apple's own outlet, Back Market, Amazon, Mac of All Trades and eBay. These are the lowest asking prices we found, usually in "Fair" condition. Better condition, a healthy battery and a warranty cost more.
In stock at MacPro-LA and shipping today. M2, M3, M4 and M5 MacBook Airs, 13-inch and 15-inch, tested by Certified Apple Technicians, with a 1-year warranty and free shipping, or pick up in Hollywood. See MacBook Airs in stock →
MacBook Airs in stock today
What our customers actually paid
Average price paid at MacPro-LA, after discounts and returns, October 2025 to October 2026:
| MacBook Air | Sold (last 12 months) | Average price paid |
|---|---|---|
| M2 13-inch | 139 | $819 |
| M1 13-inch | 89 | $558 |
| M3 15-inch | 69 | $1,021 |
| M4 13-inch | 48 | $963 |
| M2 15-inch | 40 | $893 |
| M3 13-inch | 21 | $786 |
| M4 15-inch | 18 | $1,207 |
The 13-inch M2 is our number one laptop. It has the modern design and MagSafe charging for roughly half the price of a new M5.
Which MacBook Air should you buy in 2026?
- Lowest price: M1 13-inch, from about $389. Fine for school, email, browsing and office work.
- Best value: M2 13-inch, about $620 to $725. Modern design, MagSafe, bright screen.
- Big screen on a budget: M2 15-inch or M3 15-inch, from about $730.
- Newest with 16GB standard: M4, from about $999, or an M5 from us for less than Apple's $1,299.
Shop by model
MacBook Air M2: best value, from $724
MacBook Air M3 15-inch: big screen, from $979
MacBook Air M4: 16GB standard, from $1,049
MacBook Air M5: the newest, from $1,149
MacBook Air memory and release dates
| Chip | Released | Max memory | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| M1 | Nov 2020 | 16GB | 13-inch only |
| M2 | Jul 2022 (13") · Jun 2023 (15") | 24GB | New design, MagSafe |
| M3 | Mar 2024 | 24GB | 16GB standard from Oct 2024 |
| M4 | Mar 2025 | 32GB | 16GB standard |
| M5 | Mar 2026 | 32GB | 512GB storage standard |
Memory cannot be upgraded on any MacBook Air, so buy the amount you will need in three or four years.
MacBook Air or MacBook Pro?
The Air is silent (no fan), light and cheaper. The Pro adds a fan for long video exports, a brighter 120Hz screen, more ports and more memory. For most students and office users the Air is enough. Compare: MacBook Air vs MacBook Pro for students · MacBook Pro Price Guide 2026
How to check a MacBook Air before you buy
- Battery health: System Settings → Battery → Battery Health. 80% and up is healthy.
- Activation Lock and MDM: signed out of iCloud, no company management profile.
- Exact model: Apple menu → About This Mac shows the chip, memory and storage.
- Screen, keyboard, trackpad, ports, camera and speakers.
- Warranty and returns in writing.
Full checklist: Is it safe to buy a used Mac?
What's in the box
Every MacBook Air from MacPro-LA comes with:
- The MacBook Air, fully reset and ready to set up
- Power adapter (USB-C)
- Charging cable: USB-C to MagSafe 3 on M2 and newer, USB-C on M1
- 1-year MacPro-LA warranty and 30-day free returns
- Free shipping, or pick it up in Hollywood
Our battery promise
Every MacBook Air we sell has a guaranteed battery health by grade: New 100%, Open Box 95% and up, Grade A 80% to 95%, Grade B 80% and up. Every one is tested by Certified Apple Technicians and comes with a 1-year warranty, 30-day free returns and free shipping.
MacBook Air price questions
How much does a MacBook Air cost in October 2026?
From independent sellers, a 13-inch M1 MacBook Air starts around $389, an M2 around $616, an M3 around $867, and an M4 around $999, usually in Fair condition. A new MacBook Air M5 starts at $1,299 (13-inch) and $1,499 (15-inch) from Apple.
How much is a new MacBook Air in 2026?
After Apple's June 25, 2026 price increase, the MacBook Air M5 starts at $1,299 for the 13-inch and $1,499 for the 15-inch, both with 16GB of memory and 512GB of storage.
Which MacBook Air is the best value in 2026?
For most people, the 13-inch M2. It has the modern design, MagSafe charging and a bright 13.6-inch screen, and costs around $620 to $725, about half the price of a new M5. It is our best-selling laptop.
Is the M1 MacBook Air still good in 2026?
Yes for email, browsing, school, office work and photos. It is the lowest-cost way into Apple silicon, from about $389. For heavier work or a bigger screen, choose an M2 or M3.
Should I buy the 13-inch or 15-inch MacBook Air?
The 13-inch is lighter and costs less. The 15-inch has a bigger screen and better speakers for about $100 to $300 more. Both have the same chip in each generation.
How much memory do I need in a MacBook Air?
8GB is fine for basic use. Choose 16GB or more for photo editing, many browser tabs, or keeping the laptop for four years or more. Memory cannot be upgraded later.
What battery health should I expect?
At MacPro-LA: new MacBook Airs have 100% battery health, open-box 95% and up, Grade A 80% to 95%, and Grade B 80% and up. Apple considers 80% and above healthy.
Where can I buy a MacBook Air in Los Angeles today?
MacPro-LA, 1947 N Cahuenga Blvd, Ste 104, Hollywood, CA 90068. MacBook Airs in stock ship the same day or can be picked up in about 4 hours. Paying online holds it; you pay at the counter with the same card and a photo ID in the same name.
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