How high are flights in my area?

The altitude of aircraft can vary due to a number of factors. It could depend on which airport the flight is going to or from, and whether it is an arrival or departure. Arrivals are typically following a steady descent to the runway whilst departures are typically following a steeper path as they climb away from the runway.

A core function of Air Traffic Control (ATC) is safety, and one of the primary ways in which this is achieved is by maintaining either horizontal or vertical distances between aircraft. This chart shows the height of aircraft overflying your area in 1,000ft increments. Hover your mouse over it for more figures and details. A dropdown menu allows you to view historical months for comparison and trends. The data is refreshed monthly, generally in the middle of the month.