Flight attendants in 2025 earn on average around $29 to $35 per hour when starting, with monthly earnings around $2,000 to $3,800 depending on flying hours and airline. The national average yearly income is approximately $62,000, but experienced senior flight attendants can earn between $80,000 and $120,000 or more annually, with some reaching over $200,000 by stacking premium flights and bonuses. Top hourly rates at major U.S. airlines can go as high as $67 to $92 per hour after about 12 to 13 years of service. Pay is generally hourly, based on flight block time, with additional compensation possible for boarding, per diem, profit sharing, and international flights. Emirates flight attendants, for example, start at around $35,000 per year plus bonuses and have additional benefits like housing and no income tax. Detailed pay varies by airline, seniority, location, and schedule.