The question "When is he going?" is commonly used in English to ask about someone's future plans or scheduled departure. It uses the present continuous tense to talk about future arrangements that are already planned or decided.
Example:
— "When is he going to Paris?"
— "He’s going next Monday."
This structure is especially common in informal conversations. It implies that the plan is fixed and often involves travel, events, or appointments.
Grammar Tip
Use be + verb-ing (present continuous) for future meaning when:
- The arrangement is confirmed.
- You know the time or place.
- It’s part of a personal plan (not a prediction).
More Examples:
• When is he going to start his new job?
• She’s flying to Tokyo tomorrow.
• They’re meeting at 6 p.m.