Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 release countdown: Exact start time and date

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is scheduled for landing this November, and if you want to know exactly when, you’re in the right place.

The next entry in Microsoft’s long-running flight simulator series features career-mode missions, a variety of new aircraft, and will even let you exit the plane and explore. Everything we’ve seen so far looks promising, so here’s when we can take to the skies in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024.

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 release date and time

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 releases on Nov. 19, 2024, but a release time has not yet been confirmed.

While Microsoft may not have confirmed the release time of Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, we know Xbox-exclusives typically release at midnight local time. If this is the case for Microsoft Flight Sim, you will get access to the game as soon as the clock strikes midnight in your region—with those in New Zealand getting to play first.

As this seems the most likely release time for Microsoft’s flight sim, our countdown below is ticking down to midnight CT on Nov. 19.

What platforms is Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 available on?

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is an Xbox exclusive, so it will be available on Xbox Series X|S and PC. It won’t be available on Xbox One, however, which isn’t a surprise given how impressive the game’s visuals look.

Those with an Xbox Game Pass subscription will get access to Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 for free from day one, as part of their membership.