FLUX 3 Video Draft overview
FLUX 3 Video Draft specs
- Model ID
blackforestlabs/flux-3-video-draft-t2v- Developer
- Black Forest Labs
- Input
- Text, Image
- Output
- Video
- Endpoint
POST https://api.aimlapi.com/v2/video/generations
What is FLUX 3 Video Draft API?
Fast, hd-only draft mode of FLUX 3 Video text-to-video and image-to-video, for previewing a prompt or a keyframe animation before paying for a full-quality render.
Where to Use FLUX 3 Video Draft
Rapid prototyping
Preview a prompt or a keyframe animation cheaply before committing to a full-quality hd/fhd render.
Use cases
Building a shot from nothing is a documented use case for this model, including concepts, ads, and establishing shots. It is also documented for exploring creative directions quickly through draft previews before committing to a full render. Another documented use is iterative refinement of a prompt or composition in draft mode, where a fast preview helps test the scene before enhancement.
FLUX 3 Video Draft API pricing
| Usage | Price | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Video generation | $0.06 | per second |
Prices from the AI/ML API price list, checked on Nov 4, 2026.
FLUX 3 Video Draft vs other video models: prices
AI/ML API rates for 5 models, per second.
| Model | Per second |
|---|---|
| $0.06 | |
| $0.06 | |
| $0.12 | |
| $0.17 | |
| $0.41 |
How to use the FLUX 3 Video Draft API
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1Get your API key
Create API keyexport AIMLAPI_KEY="8f2b4c7d9a1e6b3f…"2Make your first request
curl 'https://api.aimlapi.com/v2/video/generations' \
-H "Authorization: Bearer $AIMLAPI_KEY" \
-H 'Content-Type: application/json' \
-d '{
"model": "blackforestlabs/flux-3-video-draft-t2v",
"prompt": "A slow dolly shot through a sunlit greenhouse full of ferns, light dust in the air, natural camera motion"
}'import os
import requests
headers = {
"Authorization": f"Bearer {os.environ['AIMLAPI_KEY']}",
"Content-Type": "application/json",
}
payload = {
"model": "blackforestlabs/flux-3-video-draft-t2v",
"prompt": "A slow dolly shot through a sunlit greenhouse full of ferns, light dust in the air, natural camera motion"
}
response = requests.post("https://api.aimlapi.com/v2/video/generations", headers=headers, json=payload, timeout=120)
response.raise_for_status()
print(response.json())const response = await fetch("https://api.aimlapi.com/v2/video/generations", {
method: "POST",
headers: {
Authorization: `Bearer ${process.env.AIMLAPI_KEY}`,
"Content-Type": "application/json",
},
body: JSON.stringify({
"model": "blackforestlabs/flux-3-video-draft-t2v",
"prompt": "A slow dolly shot through a sunlit greenhouse full of ferns, light dust in the air, natural camera motion"
}),
});
if (!response.ok) throw new Error(`HTTP ${response.status}`);
console.log(await response.json());The request returns a generation id. Poll GET https://api.aimlapi.com/v2/video/generations?generation_id=<id> until the status is completed.
FLUX 3 Video Draft FAQ
What inputs and outputs does FLUX 3 Video Draft support?
FLUX 3 Video Draft takes text, image as input and returns video.
When was FLUX 3 Video Draft released?
FLUX 3 Video Draft became available on August 12, 2026.
How much does FLUX 3 Video Draft cost?
FLUX 3 Video Draft costs $0.06 per second on AI/ML API, billed as you go with no subscription.
How is FLUX 3 Video Draft billed?
FLUX 3 Video Draft costs $0.06 per second on AI/ML API, billed as you go with no subscription.
Can FLUX 3 Video Draft take an existing image as input?
Yes, FLUX 3 Video Draft accepts image input as well as a text prompt.
Who created FLUX 3 Video Draft?
FLUX 3 Video Draft was built by Black Forest Labs.
How do I call FLUX 3 Video Draft on AI/ML API?
Use blackforestlabs/flux-3-video-draft-t2v as the model id on AI/ML API.
Is FLUX 3 Video Draft available through a single API key?
Yes. FLUX 3 Video Draft is served through AI/ML API, so the same key and endpoint format used for other models applies.
Does this draft mode support Full HD or just HD?
FLUX 3 Video Draft only renders in HD; there is no Full HD option in draft mode.
What is the purpose of the draft mode?
Draft mode lets you preview a text-to-video or image-to-video prompt quickly before committing to a full-quality render.