Revealed alongside the 13in MacBook Pro and Mac Mini back in 2020, the MacBook Air was one of the very first devices to be powered by Apple’s own laptop processors.
It uses the original M1 chip, which remains one of the most powerful chips in any laptop two years later. Almost everything we said about the device in our 9/10 review remains true in 2022.
Apple has since released an M2 version of the MacBook Air, but it’s not worth the price hike for many people. That new model also means there are some useful discounts on its predecessor – via third-party retailers, rather than Apple itself.
Most Black Friday deals have now expired, but there are plenty of great offers still available this December. Here are the retailers we recommend in the US and UK.
Best MacBook Air M1 deals in the US
Many retailers are still stocking M1 MacBook laptop in the US – some with big discounts:
- Apple – only 256GB available, no discounts
- Amazon – $200 off 256GB, no discounts on 512GB
- Adorama – $100 off 256GB, $50 off 512GB
- Best Buy – no discounts
- B&H Photo Video – $50 off 512GB, no discounts on 256GB
- Walmart – $50 off 256GB, no discounts on 512GB – lower prices on refurbished and ‘open box’ versions
Best MacBook Air M1 deals in the UK
If you’re based in the UK, there are even more options:
- Apple – only 256GB available, no discounts
- Amazon – £121.01 off 256GB, £94.52 off one 512GB model
- Very – £70 off 256GB, £50 off 512GB
- Box – £93.01 off 256GB, £60 off 512GB (shown as £41 off previous price)
- Scan – £70 off 256GB, 512GB not available
- KRCS – £122 off 256GB, £169.90 off 512GB (shown as £119.90 off previous price)
- AO – £120 off 256GB plus three months’ free Apple TV+ (new subscribers only), 512GB not available
- Argos – no discounts on 256GB but four months’ free Spotify Premium (new subscribers only), 512GB not available
- Currys – £120 off 256GB (shown as £70 off previous price), 512GB not available
- John Lewis – £80 off 256GB (shown as £40 off previous price), three months’ free Apple TV+ and Arcade (new subscribers only), 512GB not available
Best 13in M1 MacBook Air prices right now
This article is regularly updated with the latest information, but prices often fluctuate. For the most up-to-date information, check out the comparison widget below. However, do be aware that the prices quoted here are usually for the entry-level model:
How much did the 13in M1 MacBook Air cost at launch?
Despite moving to the M1 chip, pricing for the new MacBook Air remains similar the older Intel version. There are two base configurations on offer, with the following RRPs at launch:
- MacBook Pro M1 (8‑Core CPU, 8‑Core GPU, 256GB SSD) – £999/$999/AUD$1,499
- MacBook Pro M1 (8‑Core CPU, 8‑Core GPU, 512GB SSD) – £1,249/$1,249/AUD$1,849
Should I buy refurbished?
The only place you’ll see bigger discounts on the M1 MacBook Air is if you buy refurbished. Some might see this as another word for ‘second hand’, but in reality many of these devices have barely been used at all.
Remember, if a product has been used for demonstration purposes or returned as an unwanted gift, retailers must classify them as ‘refurbished’ despite looking and performing just like new. It’s true that there are situations where a fault has been fixed, so it’s worth checking the description for any device you’re considering buying.
There are two key places to go if you’re looking for a refurbished MacBook Air. The first is the Apple Refurbished Store, with devices refurbished to an excellent standard. However, MusicMagpie and Hoxton Macs are both great alternatives, and typically have a greater range to choose from. Anything described as ‘Renewed’ on Amazon has also been refurbished.
See more in our guide to refurbished tech.
Author: Anyron Copeman, Senior Staff Writer
As the resident expert on Windows, Senior Staff Writer Anyron’s main focus is PCs and laptops. Much of the rest of his time is split between smartphones, tablets and audio, with a particular focus on Android devices.