Flightradar24
Every aircraft in the sky right now on one map. Click any of them for the route, the aircraft type and how far it still has to go.
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How to get the most from it
Flightradar24 sits in Flight & Ship Tracking under Wander, filed as instant.
- Just open it. It pays off within seconds, with nothing to read first.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something mesmerising and useful.
About this category: Aircraft, cargo ships, trains and satellites moving live on a map. Startling the first time you realise how much is in the air at once.
Good for
- A five-second distraction
- Watching something hypnotic for a while
- Getting something practical done
- A quiet break at your desk
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
Flightradar24: quick answers
Is Flightradar24 free?
Yes. Flightradar24 is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Flightradar24?
No. You can use Flightradar24 without signing up for anything.
Does Flightradar24 work on a phone?
Yes. Flightradar24 works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is Flightradar24 safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does Flightradar24 take?
We file it as "Instant": Good within five seconds of loading.
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