In global aviation, wide-body aircraft are the workhorses of long-haul travel, supporting premium cabins, high-capacity routes, and intercontinental networks. As of mid-2025, a handful of airlines dominate the skies with vast fleets of twin-aisle jets, underlining their global reach and operational scale. Here’s a data-driven look at the top five airlines leading the pack based on the number of mainline passenger wide-body aircraft.
Wide-Body Fleet Ranking 2025
Emirates: 264 wide-bodied aircraft
Dubai-based Emirates remains remains the undisputed global leader, operating an all wide-body fleet of 264 aircraft. This includes 116 Airbus A380s, 140 Boeing 777s, and a growing fleet of 8 Airbus A350s. Emirates’ wide-body-only model supports one of the world’s most geographically diverse networks, with the A380 at the heart of its flagship premium experience. No other airline comes close in wide-body scale or A380 count.
United Airlines: 227 wide-bodied aircraft
United holds the largest wide-body fleet in North America. With a mix of Boeing 767s, 777s, and the 787 Dreamliner series, it leverages its wide-body strength to power an expansive international route map. Recent deliveries have focused on the 787-10, boosting efficiency on transatlantic and transpacific routes. United’s total wide-body fleet now stands at 227 aircraft.
Qatar Airways: 199 wide-bodied aircraft
Qatar Airways boasts one of the most modern wide-body fleets globally, with A350-900/1000s, Boeing 777-300ERs, and 787-8/9 Dreamliners. It also continues to operate a small number of A380s. With 199 wide-bodies in service, Qatar’s aggressive fleet strategy, combined with a historic 2025 Boeing order, positions it for even greater long-haul expansion.
Delta Air Lines: 176 wide-bodied aircraft
Delta runs a versatile long-haul fleet that blends legacy and next-generation aircraft. Its wide-bodies include Airbus A330-200/300s, A330-900neos, and A350-900s, alongside a substantial Boeing 767-300ER fleet. This combination supports a well-balanced global network with strong transatlantic coverage. As of mid-2025, Delta operates 176 wide-body aircraft.
Turkish Airlines: wide-bodied aircraft
Turkish Airlines rounds out the top five with a fleet that spans both Airbus and Boeing wide-body platforms. The airline operates A330-200/300s, A350-900s, Boeing 777-300ERs, and 787-9s. With 154 wide-bodies, Turkish leverages its strategic Istanbul hub to connect Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas with remarkable frequency and reach.
Final Word
This ranking reflects mainline passenger wide-body aircraft as of July 2025, including active and parked units under airline control, based on the latest available data from Planespotters.net. While Emirates leads with unmatched scale, United and Qatar showcase global ambitions through modernization and network breadth. Turkish Airlines’ rise into the top five underscores its fast-growing role as a global connector.
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