Yes, the DJI Mavic 3 Pro supports Waypoint Flight in DJI Fly. Tap the waypoint icon on the left of the camera view, pin points by flying to them and pressing C1 on the controller (or tap the map), set what the camera does at each point, then tap GO. The drone flies the route on its own, and DJI Fly saves it to the Library so you can fly the same shot again later.
Before you start
- Update firmware and DJI Fly. See Mavic 3 Pro firmware update.
- Set obstacle avoidance to Bypass or Brake in Settings > Safety. DJI says the drone then brakes and hovers if it detects an obstacle on the route. With it off, the drone can't sense anything.
- Download the map. Connect the controller to the internet before planning on the map.
- GNSS is required to pin waypoints after takeoff.
Pin your waypoints
| Method | When | What it records |
|---|---|---|
| Map | Before or after takeoff | Position only; altitude defaults to 50 m |
| C1 button on the controller | In flight | Position, altitude, heading and gimbal tilt |
| Operation panel in DJI Fly | In flight | Position, altitude, heading and gimbal tilt |
DJI recommends flying to each spot and pinning it there for the most accurate framing. Press and hold a waypoint on the map to move it.
Set each waypoint
Tap a waypoint's number to set:
- Camera action: None, Take Photo, or Start/Stop Recording.
- Altitude: measured from the takeoff point.
- Speed: Global (same everywhere) or Custom (eases between points).
- Heading: Follow Course, toward a POI, Manual, or Custom.
- Gimbal tilt: toward a POI, Manual, or Custom.
- Zoom: a fixed digital ratio, Manual or Auto between points.
- Hover time at that waypoint.
Apply to All copies everything except the camera action to every waypoint.
Points of Interest
Switch the panel to POI, pin one the same way, and set its altitude. Link waypoints to it and the camera stays aimed at the POI for the whole route. This works well for a slow pass around a building with the 70 mm camera.
Route settings and flying
- Tap Next and set Global Speed, End of Flight (Hover, RTH, Land or Back to Start), On Signal Lost (RTH, Hover, Land or Continue) and the Start Point.
- Tap GO to upload. Stick input changes speed during the mission.
- Pause, resume or stop from the screen. Press the controller's flight pause button in an emergency.
- Exit with Save and Exit. DJI Fly also autosaves the task every minute while you plan.
Safety notes from DJI
- The path curves between points, and the drone can dip below your waypoint altitudes. Leave room above trees and roofs.
- Take off from the same spot each time. Altitudes are relative to takeoff.
- It won't see wires. Walk the route first.
- FAA rules still apply: visual line of sight, 400 ft, and LAANC in controlled airspace.
Hyperlapse Waypoints
For time-lapses, Hyperlapse has its own Waypoint mode with two to five points. The drone takes photos along the path and builds the video for you.
Planning on a computer
DJI Fly doesn't document KML import for the Mavic 3 Pro, and the Mavic 3 Pro isn't supported by DJI's Mobile SDK, so third-party mission apps are limited. See DJI Fly waypoint KML missions and the DJI waypoints guide.
Shop the DJI Mavic 3 Pro, or set it up with the Mavic 3 Pro quick start.
Rules current as of October 2026. This is general information, not legal advice.
Related guides
- How to fly waypoint missions with the DJI Mavic 4 Pro
- How to fly waypoint missions with DJI drones
- How to fly waypoint missions with the DJI Mini 4 Pro
- How to fly waypoint missions with the DJI Mini 5 Pro
- Which app does the DJI Mavic 3 Pro use? DJI Fly setup guide
- Can you fly the DJI Mavic 3 Pro without a controller?
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