U+1F6EB • Travel & Places
Airplane Departure Emoji
Meaning
A large passenger plane taking off, typically shown facing right with its nose elevated above a runway, though the perspective varies by platform. The plane model and color also vary.
Previous designs from Microsoft and Facebook omitted the runway, instead depicting the plane among clouds or above a green landmass, respectively.
Also known as:
Technical Information
| Unicode | U+1F6EB |
|---|---|
| Unicode Name | airplane departure |
| Shortcode | :airplane-departure: |
| Category | Travel & Places |
| Subcategory | transport-air |
| Version | E1.0 |
| Qualification | fully-qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the 🛫 Airplane Departure emoji mean?
A large passenger plane taking off, typically shown facing right with its nose elevated above a runway, though the perspective varies by platform. The plane model and color also vary. Previous designs from Microsoft and Facebook omitted the runway, instead depicting the plane among clouds or above a green landmass, respectively.
How do I copy the 🛫 emoji?
Click the "Copy Emoji" button on this page, or select the emoji (🛫) and press Ctrl+C (Windows) or Cmd+C (Mac).
What is the Unicode for Airplane Departure?
The Unicode for the Airplane Departure emoji is U+1F6EB.
On which platforms can I use the 🛫 emoji?
You can use the Airplane Departure emoji on all major platforms including iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, and all social media apps like WhatsApp, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
How to Use the Airplane Departure Emoji
In Text Messages
"That was hilarious 🛫"
"I'm so relieved 🛫"
Perfect for expressing relief, nervous laughter, or awkward situations.
On Social Media
Captions: "When you barely make it on time 🛫"
Comments: "This is literally me 🛫"
Great for relatable content and reactions.
Professional Use
Emails: Use sparingly for lightening the tone
Slack/Teams: "Finally fixed that bug 🛫"
Adds personality to workplace communication.
Creative Combinations
🛫💦 (emphasized relief)
🛫😅 (double relief)
Combine with other emojis for unique expressions.
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