English Expression · Intermediate
flight time
The total amount of time spent piloting aircraft, serving as the primary measure of a pilot's experience
Pronunciation: say flight time
Meaning
The duration of a flight, or the total time an aircraft is in the air.
Example
The average flight time from London to New York is about 8 hours.
The average flight time from London to New York is about 8 hours.
Practice tips
- Practice flight time out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.