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Buy & Use Flying Cars in GTA Online

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Buy & Use Flying Cars in GTA Online

This guide explains how to purchase and operate flying cars and aircraft in GTA Online, covering everything from the required prerequisites to takeoff, flight controls, and common pitfalls. You’ll learn which vehicles are worth buying, how to store and customize them, and how to avoid wasting money on the wrong purchases.

What You’ll Need

  • A GTA Online character with access to a hangar (for aircraft) or a personal garage/ facility (for flying cars like the Oppressor MK II).
  • Sufficient in-game currency (GTA$) – flying vehicles range from roughly 1.5 million to over 6 million.
  • A Rank of at least 1 for most, but some vehicles (e.g., the Oppressor MK II) require Rank 1 to purchase, while others (like the Hydra) require a Hangar and a Rank of 1 as well. No special rank is needed for most, but some require a Hangar or Facility.
  • For weaponized flying vehicles, you may need to complete a Heist or own a specific property (e.g., a Facility for the Oppressor MK II).
  • If you want to customize aircraft, you need a Hangar with a Workshop (purchased as an upgrade).

Step-by-Step

  1. Decide what you want to buy. Flying cars (like the Oppressor MK II, Deluxo, or Toreador) are stored in a garage or facility, while aircraft (like the Buzzard, Hydra, or Akula) are stored in a Hangar. Know the difference before you shop.
  2. Earn enough money. You need GTA$ in your bank. Use heists, missions, or businesses to accumulate funds. For example, the Oppressor MK II costs around 3.9 million, and the Deluxo costs about 4.7 million (including trade prices).
  3. Open the in-game internet. Press the designated key/button (M on PC, or the phone’s internet app on consoles) to access the web browser on your character’s phone.
  4. Visit the correct website. For aircraft, go to Elitás Travel on the internet. For flying cars like the Deluxo or Oppressor MK II, go to Warstock Cache & Carry. For the Toreador, it’s also on Warstock.
  5. Browse and select the vehicle. Find the vehicle you want, click on it, and review the price and stats. Make sure you have the required property (Hangar for aircraft, Garage/Facility for flying cars).
  6. Purchase the vehicle. Click “Buy� and confirm the purchase. The money is deducted from your bank, and the vehicle is delivered to your chosen storage (Hangar or Garage).
  7. If it’s an aircraft, request it from the Hangar. Go to your Hangar (e.g., at Fort Zancudo or LSIA), walk up to the aircraft, and press the prompt to “Enterâ€� or “Requestâ€� it. You can also call Pegasus for older aircraft, but Hangar-stored ones are personal.
  8. If it’s a flying car, request it via the Interaction Menu. Open the Interaction Menu (hold M on PC, or the touchpad on consoles), go to “Vehicles,â€� then “Request Personal Vehicle,â€� and select your flying car. It will spawn nearby.
  9. Enter the vehicle. Approach the door and press the enter key. For aircraft, you may need to climb a ladder or step onto the wing.
  10. Start the engine. For most aircraft, you need to hold the acceleration key (W on PC, R2 on PlayStation, RT on Xbox) to start the engine. For flying cars, just press the ignition button (usually the same as starting a car).
  11. Take off. For aircraft, increase throttle and pull back on the pitch (S on PC, left stick down) to lift off. For flying cars like the Deluxo or Oppressor MK II, press the “hover� or “flight mode� button (usually the handbrake or a dedicated key) to activate flight, then accelerate to rise.
  12. Fly and control. Use the same controls as a helicopter or plane: pitch, roll, yaw, and throttle. For flying cars, you switch between driving and flying mode; in flight, you use similar controls.
  13. Land safely. For aircraft, reduce throttle and pitch up to slow down, then gently touch down. For flying cars, switch back to driving mode and land on wheels.

Common Mistakes

  • Buying a vehicle without the right property. You can’t buy an aircraft if you don’t own a Hangar. Similarly, some flying cars require a Facility (like the Oppressor MK II). Always check the “Requiresâ€� section on the purchase page.
  • Spending all your money on a vehicle you can’t afford to insure. If you destroy a personal vehicle, you’ll pay an insurance fee. Make sure you have enough cash to cover that.
  • Using the wrong spawn method. Calling Pegasus for a Hangar-stored aircraft will not work; you must use the Interaction Menu or go to the Hangar.
  • Forgetting to switch to flight mode on flying cars. The Deluxo and Oppressor MK II have a driving mode and a flying mode. If you don’t activate flight, you’ll just drive on the ground.
  • Crashing on takeoff. Pulling back too hard on the pitch can cause a stall. Be gentle with the controls.

Tips

  • Buy the Hangar Workshop. This allows you to customize your aircraft (weapons, armor, paint) and also unlocks trade prices for some vehicles.
  • Use the Oppressor MK II for quick travel. It’s one of the fastest ways to get around the map, but it can be a griefing magnet. Use it wisely.
  • Practice in a private session. Before using your flying vehicle in public lobbies, practice takeoff, landing, and combat in an invite-only session.
  • Upgrade your vehicle. For aircraft, add armor and countermeasures (flares) to survive missile attacks. For flying cars, consider upgrading the engine and handling.
  • Know the difference between Pegasus and personal vehicles. Older aircraft (like the Buzzard) can be called via Pegasus, but they spawn at specific locations. Newer ones are personal vehicles and spawn near you.

Troubleshooting

  • My vehicle isn’t spawning. If you requested it and it didn’t appear, wait a few seconds and try again. Make sure you’re in an area where vehicles can spawn (not in a building or underground).
  • I can’t enter the vehicle. Check if it’s locked. You may need to go to the Interaction Menu and set “Vehicle Accessâ€� to “Everyoneâ€� or “No Oneâ€� to unlock it.
  • The engine won’t start. For aircraft, you must hold the acceleration key for a few seconds. For flying cars, make sure you’re in the driver’s seat and press the ignition (usually the same as starting a car).
  • I bought it but it’s not in my Hangar. Go to the Hangar’s computer and select “Manage Aircraftâ€� to see if it’s stored. If not, check if you bought it as a Pegasus vehicle (older ones go to Pegasus, not your Hangar).
  • My flying car won’t fly. Make sure you’ve activated flight mode. On PC, press the “Hâ€� key (default) to switch between driving and flying. On consoles, press the handbrake button (R1/L1 or RB/LB).

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a Hangar to buy any flying vehicle?

Yes, for most aircraft. You can buy a Hangar at LSIA or Fort Zancudo. Flying cars like the Deluxo and Oppressor MK II require a Garage or Facility, not a Hangar.

Can I use flying cars in missions and heists?

Yes, you can use personal vehicles in most missions, but some heists restrict vehicle use. Check the mission details.

What’s the fastest flying vehicle in GTA Online?

The Oppressor MK II is generally considered the fastest for point-to-point travel due to its speed and agility. The Hydra is also very fast in jet mode.

How do I get the trade price for flying vehicles?

Trade prices are unlocked by completing specific missions or heists (e.g., the Oppressor MK II trade price requires completing a client job). Check the vehicle’s page for requirements.

Can I sell a flying vehicle?

Yes, you can sell personal vehicles at a Los Santos Customs or via the Interaction Menu. You’ll get a fraction of the purchase price, so be sure you want to sell.

Do flying vehicles have a limited flight time?

No, they can fly indefinitely, but they can run out of fuel? No, there’s no fuel system. They can fly as long as you want, but they can be destroyed by weapons.

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