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Welcome to the ultimate FFXIV Flying Unlock Guide brought to you by Onlyfarms.gg. In this guide, you’ll learn how to unlock flying in A Realm Reborn, Heavensward, and every expansion through Dawntrail. We’ll cover how to use the Aether Compass, track down Aether Currents, and even help you get rare mounts without grinding.
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🗺️ How to Unlock Flying by Expansion
| Expansion | Requirement | Unlock Method |
|---|---|---|
| 🟩 A Realm Reborn | Finish “The Ultimate Weapon” MSQ (Level 50) | Flying auto-unlocked in 5 core zones |
| 🟦 Heavensward | Finish “Divine Intervention” + find all Aether Currents | Use Aether Compass + complete blue quests |
| 🟪 Later Expansions | Same method as Heavensward | Continue using Compass + Currents Log in each zone |
🌍 How to Unlock Flying in A Realm Reborn
After completing “The Ultimate Weapon” (MSQ, Lv. 50), flying is automatically enabled in:
- La Noscea
- Thanalan
- The Black Shroud
- Coerthas Central Highlands
- Mor Dhona
🔓 You don’t need to collect Aether Currents in these zones — it’s instant access.
🧭 What is the Aether Compass?
| Tool | How to Get It | How to Use It |
|---|---|---|
| 🧭 Aether Compass | Unlocked via “Divine Intervention” MSQ | Duty > Collection > Drag to hotbar > Use to locate nearest Aether Current |
| 📓 Aether Current Log | Found in Travel Menu | Tracks zone progress, shows which Currents are from exploration vs. quests |
Green = Currents found in the open world
Yellow = Currents unlocked via side quests
🔍 How to Use the Aether Compass
- Open Duty > Collection
- Click on Aether Compass
- Drag it to your hotbar for easy use
- Activate it to reveal distance and direction to the nearest Current
🚁 Mounts and Flying FAQ
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| How do I fly in FFXIV? | Jump while mounted (or double-jump if configured via Character Settings > Control Tab) |
| When can I fly in FFXIV? | After finishing “The Ultimate Weapon” (Level 50 MSQ) |
| What level is required for flying? | Level 50 |
| How do I get my first mount? | Reach Level 20, join a Grand Company, and complete the Chocobo acquisition quest |
| How do I get the flying car? | Complete the “A Nocturne for Heroes” event questline |
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