Microsoft is gearing up to release Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 on PlayStation 5 in just a few short days. We have known for a little while that the simulator would be landing on Sony’s platform in December, but we now know the exact timings for both Early Access and Launch.
As a reminder, the Early Access release time is for those who pre-ordered Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 Deluxe, Premium Deluxe, or the Aviator Edition of the simulator. As of December 3rd 2025, those users will be able to start exploring the virtual skies on PS5.
For those who didn’t pre-order (or just pre-ordered the standard edition), you will be able to start flying from December 8th 2025. As for the exact time you will be able to fly, check out the infographic below.
If you prefer a list of the PS5 Global Launch Times, here they are.
Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 on PS5 Global Launch Times
Note that the same time applies to the respective day of the Early Access product launch and also the general availability launch.
| City | Launch Time |
|---|---|
| Seattle | 5 AM PST |
| New York | 8 AM EST |
| Mexico City | 8 AM CST |
| São Paulo | 8 AM BRT |
| London | 8 AM GMT |
| Paris | 8 AM CET |
| Berlin | 8 AM CET |
| Cape Town | 8 AM SAST |
| Sydney | 8 AM AEDT |
| Auckland | 8 AM NZDT |
| Seoul | 8 AM KST |
| Tokyo | 8 AM JST |
FSElite Review
We can confirm that our review will go live in the coming days for Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 on PlayStation 5. We have been using it now for a few days and will be able to put together our full thoughts for you very soon.
