Flightradar24
Live map of aircraft worldwide, with flight details, airport boards and sky-pointing plane identification
by Flightradar24 AB · listed Oct 21, 2026
Quick verdict
Worth installing for anyone who flies, meets flights or likes watching planes; the free version covers most needs, and only enthusiasts will need a subscription.
Best for Travellers and aviation fans who want to see where any flight is right now and what is flying overhead
Reviewed by AppsPicks on Oct 21, 2026. How we review
Flightradar24 review
Flightradar24 shows planes moving across a live world map and lets you tap any of them to see the route, aircraft type, altitude, speed, timings and often a photo of the actual airframe. You can also hold your phone up to the sky to identify a plane overhead, check airport arrival and departure boards with delay stats and weather, and replay past flights. It suits travellers checking on a flight, people picking someone up from the airport, and aviation enthusiasts who simply like watching traffic.
Day to day it is quick to open and easy to read. Search by flight number, airline or airport, bookmark the flights you care about, and filter the map when it gets crowded. The 3D view, which follows a flight with detailed liveries, is a fun extra rather than a core tool. Most of what casual users need sits in the free tier, while Silver and Gold subscriptions add longer history and more detail.
Why we picked it: It is the familiar name in flight tracking, with a broad free feature set and a polished map on both iPhone and Android.
Watch out for: Some deeper data and history are behind paid tiers, and coverage depends on receiver networks, so remote areas can show gaps.
What we like
- Live global map with rich per-flight details
- Point-at-the-sky identification of planes overhead
- Airport boards with delays and weather in the free version
- Playback of past flights and historical data
- Wear OS support for nearby aircraft on Android
What could be better
- Longer history and advanced data require Silver or Gold subscriptions
- Tracking coverage can be patchy over oceans and remote regions
- Busy map views can feel cluttered without filters
Questions about Flightradar24
Is Flightradar24 free?
Yes, the app is free to download and the core tracking features are included. Optional Silver and Gold subscriptions add more history and detail, each with a free trial.
Which platforms does it run on?
It is available on iPhone and iPad through the App Store and on Android through Google Play, with Wear OS support for viewing nearby aircraft.
Does it work offline?
No, live tracking needs an internet connection to pull current flight positions and details.
Can I identify a plane flying over me?
Yes. Point your device at the sky and the app shows which flight it is, where it is going and what aircraft it is.
What are the alternatives?
FlightAware and Plane Finder offer similar live tracking, and airline apps cover status for your own bookings.
From the developer: how Flightradar24 describes itself
The world's best flight tracker app - #1 Travel app in over 150 countries.
Turn your iPhone or iPad into a live flight tracker and see planes around the world move in real-time on a detailed map. Or point your device at a plane to find out where it’s going and what kind of aircraft it is. Download for free today and discover why millions are already tracking flights and checking flight status with Flightradar24.
• Watch aircraft move around the world in real-time • Identify flights overhead & see flight information—including a photo of the actual aircraft—by simply pointing your device at the sky • See what the pilot of an aircraft sees in 3D • Tap on a plane for flight details such as route, estimated time of arrival, actual time of departure, aircraft type, speed, altitude, high-resolution photos of the actual aircraft & more. • See historical data & watch playback of past flights • Tap on an airport icon for arrival & departure boards, flight status, aircraft on the ground, current delay stats, & detailed weather conditions • Search and bookmark individual flights using flight number, airport, or airline • Filter flights by airline, aircraft, altitude, speed, & more • NEW - view aircraft in 3D with hundreds of new aircraft and airline liveries added. Flightradar24 is a free app and includes all the above features. If you want even more great features from Flightradar24 there are two upgrade options—Silver & Gold—and each comes with a free trial. SILVER
• 90 days of flight history • More aircraft details, like serial number & age • More flight details, like vertical speed & squawk • Filters and alerts to find and track flights • Current weather at 3,000+ airports overlaid on the map GOLD • All the features included in Flightradar24 Silver + • 365 days of flight history • Detailed live map weather layers for clouds & precipitation • Aeronautical charts & oceanic tracks showing the pathways flights follow across the sky • Air traffic control boundaries that show which controllers are responsible for a flight • Extended Mode S data — even more information about altitude, speed, and wind & temperature conditions during flight If you choose to upgrade to a Silver or Gold subscription, a payment will be charged to your iTunes account at the end of the free trial period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. Auto-renewal may be turned off at any time by going to your account settings in the iTunes Store. Silver and Gold upgrade prices are listed in the app as they vary depending on your country and currency. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable.
HOW IT WORKS
Most aircraft today are equipped with ADS-B transponders that transmit positional data. Flightradar24 has a rapidly growing network of 50,000 ground stations to receive this data that then shows up as aircraft moving on a map in the app. In an expanding number of regions, with the help of multilateration (MLAT), we’re able to calculate the positions of aircraft that don’t have ADS-B transponders. Coverage is subject to change at any time.
CONNECT WITH US
We love getting feedback on FR24. Since we’re unable to respond directly to reviews, you can contact us directly and we’ll be happy to assist. • Email ([email protected]) • X (@Flightradar24) • Facebook (@Flightradar24) • YouTube (@Flightradar24DotCom)
DISCLAIMER
The use of this app is strictly limited to entertainment purposes. This specifically excludes activities that might endanger yourself or the lives of others. Under no circumstances will the developer of this app be held responsible for incidents resulting from the use of the data or its interpretation or its use contrary to this agreement.
Terms of Service: https://www.flightradar24.com/terms-of-service EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula
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