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vuelo means flight — a common term in Essential Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: February 8, 2026

📘 Essential Spanish

vuelo

noun • /[BWE-lo]/

flight

Example:

¿A qué hora sale el vuelo?

What time does the flight leave?

🧠 What does vuelo mean?

The noun 'vuelo' refers to the act of traveling through the air, particularly a journey made by an airplane. It is derived from the verb 'volar', which means 'to fly'. 'Vuelo' can describe the entire trip, from takeoff to landing, and is used when booking tickets, checking schedules, or discussing an experience on a plane.

📚 Extra examples

  • Necesito confirmar mi número de vuelo para hacer el check-in.
    I need to confirm my flight number to check in.
  • El vuelo fue cancelado debido a una tormenta eléctrica.
    The flight was canceled due to a thunderstorm.
  • ¿A qué hora sale el próximo vuelo para Buenos Aires?
    What time does the next flight to Buenos Aires leave?

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'vuelo' is directly related to the verb 'volar' (to fly). This connection is clear in the common expression 'alzar el vuelo' or 'levantar el vuelo', which means 'to take flight' and can be used for both animals and aircraft.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "vuelo"

Synonyms: trayecto aéreo, viaje en avión
Opposites: aterrizaje, viaje por tierra, viaje por mar

🔍 See more essential spanish words

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'flight' in Spanish?
The most common and direct way to say 'flight' in Spanish is 'vuelo'.
How do you pronounce 'vuelo' in Spanish?
The word 'vuelo' is pronounced /BWE-lo/. The 'v' is pronounced with a soft 'b' sound, and the 'ue' diphthong sounds like 'we' in the English word 'well'.
How do you use 'vuelo' in a sentence?
You can use 'vuelo' to talk about a specific trip by air. For example: 'Compramos los vuelos para nuestras vacaciones de verano.' (We bought the flights for our summer vacation.)
What is the English translation of 'vuelo'?
The English translation of 'vuelo' is 'flight'.
Does 'vuelo' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'vuelo' is a masculine noun, so it uses masculine articles like 'el' and 'un'. The plural form is 'vuelos', for example, 'los vuelos internacionales' (international flights).
Is 'vuelo' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'vuelo' is a very common word, essential for anyone discussing travel, airports, or aviation.
Does 'vuelo' have slang or double meanings?
While its primary meaning is an airplane flight, 'vuelo' can also refer to the flight of a bird or insect. In a more figurative sense, it can mean 'caliber', 'scope', or 'ambition', as in 'un proyecto de gran vuelo' (a project of great scope).
Is 'vuelo' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
No, the term 'vuelo' is standard and used consistently across all Spanish-speaking regions to refer to an airplane flight.

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