How do I check turbulence for my flight?
Search your route (e.g. 'New York to London') in the TurboTrack app or on this website. You'll see: (1) Overall turbulence score 1–10, (2) Worst and best months of the year, (3) Flight phase breakdown — which part of the flight is roughest, (4) Best seat recommendations, (5) Live PIREPs from pilots who flew the route recently.
Is there a way to check turbulence for tomorrow's flight?
Yes — TurboTrack provides a 48-hour turbulence forecast for any route. The forecast is based on synoptic weather models, current jet stream position, and SIGMET outlooks. For flights departing within 6 hours, you also get real-time PIREP data from aircraft currently on the route.
What is a turbulence score of 7 out of 10?
A turbulence score of 7/10 means moderate-to-heavy turbulence is frequently reported on this route. Expect noticeable bumps, difficulty walking in the cabin, and occasional unsecured items shifting. Seatbelt sign will be on for significant portions of the flight. Mountain routes (Andes, Rockies) typically score 7–10. Most transatlantic routes score 4–6.
Which routes score highest in a turbulence check?
The highest-scoring routes in our database are Andes crossings in South America — Santiago to Mendoza scores 22+ on the EDR scale, making it the world's most turbulent route. In the US, Jackson Hole to Denver (JAC–DEN) and Aspen to Denver (ASE–DEN) are consistently the roughest domestic routes. Transatlantic winter flights score 5–7 depending on jet stream position.