Flight Simulator Games for Android: Planes, Airports and Airlines

Flight games range from arcade to near-simulator

Flying on a phone can mean very different experiences. Some titles let you taxi, take off and land with realistic procedures, while others treat flying as a mission game with progression and unlocks. The titles in this tag lean toward simulation, with a focus on aircraft, airports and routes. For related ideas, see vehicle simulation and simulation, or try realistic games. If you like building an operation rather than flying, management may fit better.

Games in this tag

• RFS Real Flight Simulator MOD APK: a flight simulator with a focus on realistic flying.
• Infinite Flight Simulator MOD APK: a simulator centered on airliners and real-world routes.
• Airline Commander MOD APK: a game about flying airliners and handling flights as a captain.
• Turboprop Flight Simulator MOD APK: flying turboprop aircraft in a simulator setting.
• Flight Sim 2018 MOD APK: a lighter flight sim with a range of aircraft.

How to choose a flight sim

Decide how much realism you want. If you enjoy checklists, flaps and approach paths, pick the simulators that stress procedure. If you want to jump in and fly, choose the one with simpler controls and assists. Think about the control method too: tilt, on-screen sticks and throttle sliders feel different, and a tablet makes everything easier. Check which aircraft are free from the start, since some titles gate planes behind long progress. You can also compare with 3D titles for similar graphics.

Check before you install

Flight games are demanding, so read the minimum Android version and size and expect extra data to download on first launch. Some work offline for basic flying, but online features such as live multiplayer, shared airspace or cloud progress need a connection. MOD builds usually unlock aircraft or add money, yet online modes can refuse a patched client. Use our guides for installation help, and find more in Games and MOD.