Apple's latest MacBook Air is back down to a record-low price for Labor Day

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Save $250 on Apple's powerful MacBook Air M3

Apple Macbook Air M3 chip 2024 on yellow background with price cut sign
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Now's the best time to replace your old Apple laptop, thanks to Amazon's Labor Day sale, which just launched. Today's best MacBook deal is Apple's latest 15-inch MacBook Air M3 on sale for $1,049 (was $1,299). That's a $250 discount and a return to the record-low price we saw earlier this month. We don't expect you'll find a better discount at this weekend's official Labor Day sales event.

Note that this is the cheapest MacBook Air option with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. However, the option with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage is also about $200 off at $1,449 (was $1,699). You can get in any of the colors, including Midnight, Silver, Space Gray, and Starlight.

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Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M3):$1,299$1,049 at Amazon

Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M3): was $1,299 now $1,049 at Amazon
The 15-inch MacBook Air with M3 chip just dropped back down to its all-time low price. This lightweight laptop is a half-inch thick and includes two Thunderbolt ports, a headphone jack, and a MagSafe charging port. It boasts an "all-day" battery that can last up to 18 hours on one charge, perfect for just enough time for a work-cafe visit or commute back home. The built-in camera and three mics also make it a suitable choice for video call conferencing and calls. The cheapest model is the one with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage, but the one with 16GB RAM and 512GB storage is still over $200 off.

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MacBook Air 13-inch (M2, 2022): $999$799 at Amazon

MacBook Air 13-inch (M2, 2022): was $999 now $799 at Amazon
If you prefer the cheaper and smaller 13-inch model then Amazon also has the MacBook Air M2 for its lowest-ever price right now. Even though 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, this is worth the investment.

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In its Apple MacBook Air 15-inch (M3) review, TechRadar praised the larger screen, performance, and AI-friendliness. The 2024 MacBook Air includes the M3 chip, a powerful 8-core (or 10-core, depending on your model) upgrade from last generation's M2 chip that seems posed for the launch of Apple Intelligence this fall. 

Part of the appeal of the MacBook Air is its lightweight build and convenience, too. It's only a half-inch thick and includes two Thunderbolt ports, a headphone jack, and a MagSafe charging port. As a plus, it comes with a built-in 1080p FaceTime HD camera, three mics, and six speakers for video conferencing and calls you might need to do at work. 

It also lasts up to 18 hours on one charge, so you can leave the charger at home. If you already have an iPhone or iPad, those can also integrate with your Mac. You can seamlessly share info between the devices without a hassle.

The only downside is that it's practically the same as the 13-inch MacBook Air, just with a larger screen. It also weighs almost as much as the new MacBook Pro, so the Air moniker seems like a moot point. 

Shop more Labor Day sales

Labor Day is live on Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, and more. We'll keep track of the best Labor Day Apple sales throughout the week, so stay tuned! We also have a dedicated Labor Day laptop sales page if you're interested in more laptops.

Jessica Reyes
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Jess Reyes writes about deals and coupons almost as much as she does about games. Her work can be found in IGN, GameSpot, Digital Trends, and Inverse – just to name a few. When she’s not writing or gaming, she’s probably window shopping or gassing up her mutuals on Twitter/X.