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# A320 ACMI Block Hour Rate in 2026: Costs and Contract Terms
- URL: https://www.acmiworld.com/a320-acmi-block-hour-rate-in-2026-costs-and-contract-terms/
- Published: 2026-10-29T11:22:56.000Z
- Updated: 2026-10-29T11:22:56.000Z
- Description: A320 ACMI rates in 2026 run about US$4,000 to US$6,000 per block hour against a 200 to 250 hour monthly minimum. See a worked monthly bill, what the rate excludes and where buyers can negotiate.
- Author: ACMI World
- Tags: A320

October 29, 2026 · ACMI Pricing Guide

## What an A320 Wet Lease Costs per Block Hour, and What the Rate Leaves Out

The A320 ACMI block hour rate in 2026 typically runs from about US$4,000 to US$6,000 per block hour, billed against a monthly minimum of 200 to 250 hours. An [industry analysis from February 2026](https://oat.aero/2026/02/25/new-used-end-of-life-or-acmi-where-will-your-fleet-come-from/?ref=acmiworld.com)puts both the A320 and 737-800 in that range, with a full schedule running past US$800,000 a month. The headline rate is only part of the bill, so compare offers on total monthly cost. 

### A320 ACMI pricing at a glance

**US$4,000 to 6,000** Typical 2026 A320 and 737-800 ACMI rate per block hour 

**200 to 250 BH** Usual monthly minimum guarantee per aircraft 

**US$220,000** IBA monthly dry lease rate for a 12-year-old A320ceo, Q3 2026 

Worked example 

### How the monthly bill is built

One published A320 offer, a 180-seat aircraft, was priced at [EUR 3,750 per block hour with a 230-hour monthly minimum](https://flyinglease.com/acmi-a320/?ref=acmiworld.com), a 2.5:1 flight-hour to cycle ratio, a USD 500,000 deposit and payment one month in advance. At US$4,500 per block hour and 230 guaranteed hours, the minimum bill is about US$1.04 million a month before fuel, handling and crew hotels. 

**ACMIWorld view:**Buyers have more leverage than in 2025\. ch-aviation data shows A320-200 ACMI flight hours fell 44.9% year on year in Q2 2026, and IBA reports A320ceo dry lease rates down about 13% since July 2025\. Push on the guarantee and the excess-hour rate, not just the headline number. 

## What the rate covers, and what it does not

| Cost item                                           | Who pays              | Negotiating point                       |
| --------------------------------------------------- | --------------------- | --------------------------------------- |
| Aircraft, crew, maintenance, insuranceThe ACMI rate | Lessor                | Rate, guarantee and excess-hour pricing |
| Fuel, landing, handling, overflightOperating costs  | Lessee                | Usually not negotiable                  |
| Crew hotels and local transportOften excluded       | Lessee, unless agreed | Ask for a capped allowance              |
| Positioning and liveryOne-off costs                 | Lessee, unless agreed | Share or waive on longer terms          |
| Security depositTypically one month                 | Lessee                | Replace with an SBLC where possible     |

Who it's for 

### Who should price A320 ACMI now

Airlines covering engine-related groundings, late deliveries or Winter 2026/27 peaks, and tour operators planning Summer 2027\. Our guide to the [A320 ACMI lease](https://www.acmiworld.com/a320-acmi-lease-for-airline-capacity/)covers use cases, and the [2026 capacity crunch](https://www.acmiworld.com/why-airlines-are-turning-to-acmi-in-2026-gtf-groundings-delivery-delays-and-the-capacity-crunch/)explains why demand shifted. For dry lease comparisons, see [aircraft lease rates by model](https://www.acmiworld.com/aircraft-lease-rates-by-model-in-2026/). 

## Frequently asked questions

What is the A320 ACMI block hour rate in 2026? 

Industry quotes in 2026 put A320 and 737-800 ACMI at roughly US$4,000 to US$6,000 per block hour, depending on aircraft age, season, crew base and contract length. Older A320ceo aircraft on longer contracts sit at the lower end; peak-summer and short-notice AOG cover sit at the top.

How many block hours does an A320 ACMI contract guarantee? 

Most A320 wet leases carry a monthly minimum guarantee of around 200 to 250 block hours per aircraft, often with a minimum flight-hour to cycle ratio. Hours above the guarantee are billed at the contract rate or an agreed excess rate.

### Get a live A320 ACMI quote

Blue Cube Aviation sources A320 family wet lease capacity for airlines and tour operators. Send your dates, base and expected block hours for current rates. 

[Request an A320 ACMI Quote → ](https://bluecubeaviation.net/?ref=acmiworld.com) 

**Editorial note:** Rates are indicative ranges from published 2026 sources and offers as of October 29, 2026; live quotes vary by aircraft, season and term. This guide is not financial advice. **For operators:** A320 ACMI providers who want to be featured in our coverage can contact us at [info@acmiworld.com](mailto:info@acmiworld.com). ACMIWorld covers ACMI, aircraft leasing, fleet transactions, airline operations and aviation finance.