Black Friday MacBook Air deals 2024: all the top offers still live

Black Friday MacBook Air deals may have officially come to an end, but there are still plenty of deals on MacBook Air models to be had.

As Black Friday deals move into early Cyber Monday deals, we’re seeing no return to normal pricing on many top MacBook Air models, like the 13-inch MacBook Air with M3 chip and 16GB of memory currently just $844 on Amazon, a significant drop from its original $1,099 price tag. Older models with 8GB of memory are also available at even lower prices, offering budget-friendly options without sacrificing quality.

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With discounts spanning various models and configurations, there’s a MacBook Air deal to suit every need and budget. Keep checking back for updates, as the savings are expected to continue through Cyber Monday!

Today’s best MacBook Air deals in the US

Display – 13.6 inches
Processor – Apple M2
RAM – 8GB
Storage – 256GB
OS – macOS

Amazon is running a deal on the excellent MacBook Air M2 model for a considerable $250 off (thanks Black Friday!) While a newer M3 version is available, we concluded that this is still one of the best laptops you can buy in our MacBook Air M2 review, thanks to the stylish design, clear display, impressive performance, and long 18-hour battery life. For those needing a premium powerhouse for creative apps such as photo editing, video editing and more intense workloads.

Display – 13 inches
Processor – Apple M3
RAM – 16GB
Storage – 256GB
OS – macOS

The 2024 MacBook Air is TechRadar’s pick for the best overall Apple laptop and this is the first discount we’ve spotted on the new version with 16GB of RAM for improved performance. It also houses the latest and super-powerful M3 processor, which is strong enough to support Apple Intelligence and the majority of advanced computing jobs you can throw at it, including video editing, photo editing and coding. As part of the Air family, it measures only half an inch thick, with battery life that can reportedly last up to 18 hours. If you want a build with more storage, you can upgrade to the 512GB model for an extra $200.

Display – 15 inches
Processor – Apple M3
RAM – 8GB
Storage – 256GB
OS – macOS

It may essentially be just a larger version of the MacBook Air 13-inch, but if that’s what you want then that’s what you get – and it’s now reduced to its lowest-ever price at Amazon. Our MacBook Air 15-inch review praised the display, performance, design and speaker array, although we did think the jump in size hurt one of the MacBook Air’s key selling points – its portability. Nevertheless, this is still an impressive laptop that was awarded a full five stars – and it’s now available for a record-low price of $999.

Display – 13 inches
Processor – Apple M3
RAM – 16GB
Storage – 512GB
OS – macOS

If you fancy the new MacBook Air, but find the 256GB storage of the base model too limited, then the good news is that Amazon is also selling the M3 MacBook Air with 16GB memory and much roomier 512GB SSD for $200 off ahead of Black Friday. This is a great discount, and the 512GB SSD makes it more future-proof, especially for people who work with large files. However, compared to the 256GB model that’s also on sale, it means Apple/Amazon are effectively charging $200 for an extra 256GB of storage, which is a bit cheeky. You could buy a larger external hard drive for a lot less. If you don’t want that kind of hassle, however, it may be worth taking advantage of this deal.

Display – 15 inches
Processor – Apple M3
RAM – 16GB
Storage – 256GB
OS – macOS

Today’s best MacBook Air deals in the UK

Amazon: MacBook Air discounts live now
Argos: Good prices on a range of MacBook Air models
Currys: M2 and M3 MacBook Air models on sale
Ebuyer: MacBook Air models and accessories
Laptops Direct: Specialist retailer with MacBook Air deals

Display – 13.6 inches
Processor – Apple M2
RAM – 8GB
Storage – 256GB
OS – macOS

As suspected, with Apple bumping up the base memory of the MacBook Air M2 and M3 to 16GB, retailers are cutting the prices of their existing stock of models with 8GB. While not the most powerful MacBook out there, this model with the M2 chip remains an excellent all-rounder, especially when it comes to day-to-day tasks like browsing the internet and writing up documents. For this new, lower, price, you’ll struggle to find a better value laptop than this, even if the memory is a bit on the low side.

Display – 13.6 inches
Processor – Apple M3
RAM – 16GB
Storage – 256GB
OS – macOS

Apple’s latest version of the MacBook Air is our pick for the best laptop you can buy right now, with a decent £127 discount for customers in the UK, which makes Apple’s best value MacBook even better value. Windows 11 laptops at this price point just can’t compare, and this is an ideal Black Friday MacBook deal for people looking for a thin, light and dependable laptop to use for school and work.

Display – 15.3 inches
Processor – Apple M2
RAM – 8GB
Storage – 512GB
OS – macOS

The M3 chip provides better performance, but with the Black Friday deals going on for these earlier models, the M2 may provide a better value. The beautiful 15.3-inch screen and hardware combo here is perfect for browsing the web, photo and light video editing, and watching films, and the Air remains lightweight and easy to take on the go despite the considerable screen size.

Display – 15.3 inches
Processor – Apple M3
RAM – 8GB
Storage – 256GB
OS – macOS

Want the larger version of the latest MacBook Air? Currys is currently selling it for £1,099 – a price cut of over £150. You still get the iconic thin and light design, along with the still-powerful M3 chip, but with a larger 15.3-inch display that can make working on this laptop a lot more comfortable – though that is at the price of pure portability, as this model is a fair bit larger than the 13-inch version.

Deals picked by

Matt Hanson

I’ve been covering Black Friday sales events for over a decade, and I’m also a MacBook Air expert, having reviewed every recent model for TechRadar. Most of the MacBook Air laptops I’ve reviewed have ended up at (or near) the top of our best laptops guide, so I can say with a huge amount of confidence that if you’re looking for a thin and light laptop, a MacBook Air is a fantastic investment, and thanks to the variety of models on offer, there’s likely a version that’s ideal for your needs.

Black Friday MacBook Air deals: FAQs

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When will the Black Friday MacBook Air deals start in 2024?

Black Friday 2024 is tomorrow, November 29, followed by Cyber Monday on December 2. These two dates (and the Saturday and Sunday between them) will be when a huge amount of MacBook Air deals go live.

Since Black Friday is less than 24 hours away, I’m confident that these are the best prices you’ll get on the MacBook Air.

Is Black Friday the best time to buy a MacBook Air?

Black Friday has proved to be an excellent time to buy a MacBook Air over the years. While the MacBook Air is Apple’s most affordable laptop, that doesn’t mean it’s cheap. However, over Black Friday, MacBook Airs are some of the most popular laptops that get big price cuts, especially as retailers try to one-up each other in a bid to win over your custom.

However, Apple itself doesn’t usually go big on Black Friday deals. Rather than cutting prices, Apple often includes gift cards with new purchases. While maybe not as tempting as straightforward discounts, it can still save you a fair chunk of change – especially if you’re looking to buy MacBook Air accessories from Apple as well. The company also offers trade in deals, so if you have an older MacBook Air (or other Apple product) that’s in decent condition, you may be able to trade it in for an extra discount.

What Black Friday MacBook Air deals should I expect?

MacBook Airs are one of the most iconic and popular series of laptops in the world, which means you should expect some great deals on Black Friday for both the 13-inch and 15-inch models. The latest models come with M3 chips and launched back in March, and while there’s no sign of an M4-powered MacBook Air just yet, the M3 models are due a price cut right around now anyway, and the M2 models could fall even further in price.

If retailers still have stock of the M1 MacBook Air, then we could see some further price cuts over Black Friday, making it a great choice for students or anyone who wants a MacBook but without the high price tag. However, while the M1 MacBook Air is fine for a day-to-day laptop, if you want something more future-proof, I’d recommend spending a little bit more to get an M2 or M3 model, especially as their base models now come with 16GB of unified memory, rather than 8GB.

Which MacBook Air should I buy?

There’s never been a larger selection of MacBook Air models to choose from. To start, you’ve got the latest models that come in both 13-inch and 15-inch screen sizes and are powered by the M3 chip.

There are also the older M2 models, which again come in 13-inch and 15-inch screen sizes, and despite their age they remain excellent laptops. Apple continues to produce M2 MacBook Airs, positioning them as an affordable entry into the Mac ecosystem thanks to a new low price. These are the MacBook Air models I expect to see the biggest discounts on Black Friday.

Both M2 and M3 MacBook Airs have also been given a memory boost for their cheapest models, which now come with 16GB of unified memory, rather than 8GB.

There’s also the M1 model, which only comes in one size and features an older design. While Apple no longer makes or sells the M1 MacBook Air, many retailers still have stock – and during past Black Friday events we’ve seen some exceptional price cuts that make this model worth considering for students.

However, as Apple has stopped making them, stock is bound to be drying up by now, so don’t get your hopes up too high for this model.

While a new M4-powered MacBook Air is all-but inevitable at some point, there haven’t been any convincing rumors that it’ll launch any time soon. The M3 MacBook Airs launched earlier this year, which means it’s too soon for them to be replaced by M4 versions, which will likely turn up in 2025.

Why trust TechRadar this Black Friday

For over a decade, the TechRadar team have been sharing their deal-hunting knowledge and tech expertise to bring our readers only the best Black Friday deals across a range of products.

We don’t just pick super-cheap offers or go for eye-catching price cuts just because prices are low – each deal we find is carefully checked to make sure it offers the best possible value to our readers. That includes checking price histories to make sure the products haven’t been previously sold for lower prices, as well as using our decade’s worth of tech reporting knowledge to check all of the specifications for the products. We review hundreds of products every year on TechRadar, so there’s a good chance we’ve already used and tested the products we find deals for, and we’ll never recommend a product we don’t think is worth buying – no matter how tempting the price cut may be.

We’ve also tested every MacBook Air model since our launch 15 years ago, and have followed the ups and downs of Apple’s iconic thin and light laptop – from the dog days of the Intel-based MacBook Airs that felt like they were stuck in a rut, to the reinvention of the MacBook Air thanks to Apple’s own M1, M2 and M3 chips.

So, on this page you’ll not only find amazing deals on the best MacBooks Airs on the market in 2024, but also expert analysis and opinions on each product we recommend.

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