The world’s first commercially available flying car is set to hit the market in early 2026, according to Slovakian manufacturer Klein Vision. 

But with a starting price tag of $800,000, it is expected to remain an exclusive luxury for the ultra-wealthy.

The hybrid vehicle, named the AirCar, has the ability to operate both as a traditional road car and as an aircraft. Designed in the style of a sleek sports coupe, the two-seater vehicle is equipped with four wheels and two retractable wings, allowing it to take off from runways and soar into the sky within minutes.

“With the launch of our production prototype, we're one step closer to changing the way the world travels—merging the road and sky into a new dimension of personal mobility,” said Stefan Klein, founder of Klein Vision.

From Dream to Reality

The Daily Mail, citing Klein Vision, reported that the AirCar will be the first mass-produced flying car to be offered to consumers. The vehicle has already completed over 170 flight hours and more than 500 takeoffs and landings, demonstrating its functionality ahead of its commercial launch.

The car can reach a takeoff speed of 155 mph and cruise at 124 mph. It uses regular gasoline and can climb to altitudes of 18,000 feet, powered by a rear-mounted propeller.

Klein Vision says the AirCar will initially come in three variants—offering 280, 320, or 340 horsepower engines—depending on customer preference. The fully loaded version could cost up to $1 million.

Not Quite for the Masses—Yet

Despite Klein’s ambition to bring air mobility “into the hands of ordinary people,” the price point makes it clear that flying cars won’t be a mainstream reality just yet. Still, the company views the 2026 launch as a milestone that will pave the way for broader adoption in the future.

The AirCar is currently gasoline-powered, but Klein Vision plans to shift to electric propulsion once battery energy density improves, according to co-founder Anton Zajac.

Future Use Cases

The AirCar is expected to be used for leisure flights and commercial air taxi services, potentially offering a futuristic alternative to services like Uber—though passengers will still need access to runways or airstrips for takeoff and landing.

With its wings deployable at the push of a button in under two minutes, the AirCar transforms quickly from a road vehicle into a light aircraft, showcasing the merging of personal aviation and ground transport in one high-tech frame.