MacBook Air 13-inch (latest M-series)
US Mac pricing beats the UK by ~£250 worth and India by ~₹15,000+ at the base config, and US retailer discounts widen the gap further.
Price: 999 USD (Apple US base 13-inch MacBook Air, 16GB/256GB; Apple has refreshed the line to M5 in 2026 — base price historically held at $999 but confirm on the page)
Where to buy: Apple Store, Best Buy, Costco (often $50-150 below Apple)
Price checked 2026-07-03
- One laptop per adult is duty-free into India over and above the ₹50,000 allowance — carry it in your cabin bag with the receipt
- US keyboards are ANSI layout (no UK £ key layout) — fine for most, annoying for some
- Mac warranty is international, and Best Buy/Amazon US frequently discount $100-200 below Apple's price
- Sales tax applies — this is the classic item to buy in a no-tax state