Best Flying Mounts in Palworld — Ranked by Speed
Author: Palworld.space TeamPublished on 2026-07-15Updated on 2026-07-15
TL;DR — 30-Second Summary
- #1 Jetragon — 3300 sprint speed, 73% faster than #2 Frostallion. Needs Legendary Spheres and Lv 44+. Crosses the map in ~40 seconds.
- Best overall value: Frostallion — 1900 speed + 400 stamina, flies 2x longer than Jetragon, easier to catch
- Best beginner flyer: Nitewing — 900 speed, catchable at Lv 15 with basic spheres, your first flying mount
- Best mid-game: Faleris — 1700 speed, good balance of speed and accessibility at Lv 28-35
Table of Contents
- Top 10 Flying Mounts — Ranked by Speed
- Flying Mount Comparison Table
- How to Get Each Mount
- Speed vs. Stamina — Which Matters More?
- Common Problems & Fixes
- You May Also Want to Know
Top 10 Flying Mounts — Ranked by Speed
1. Jetragon — 3300 Sprint Speed
Element: Dragon | Stamina: 200 | Catch Level: Lv 50
Jetragon is in a league of its own. At 3300 sprint speed, it's 73% faster than the #2 mount (Frostallion at 1900). The trade-off: only 200 stamina means you land frequently for recovery.
- Why it's #1: Crosses the entire map in ~40 seconds. Almost twice as fast as anything else available.
- The catch: You need to beat a Lv 50 boss with Legendary Spheres. Don't attempt before Lv 44+ with heat-resistant gear.
- Best for: Endgame players who value speed over everything. Boss farming loops, resource runs, reaching Sky Islands quickly.
If you don't have Jetragon yet, use Frostallion — it's the best mount until you get Jetragon, and you'll need Frostallion to fight Jetragon (Ice beats Dragon).
2. Frostallion — 1900 Sprint Speed
Element: Ice | Stamina: 400 | Catch Level: Lv 40+
Frostallion hits the sweet spot: fast enough for efficient travel, 400 stamina doubles Jetragon's flight duration, and it's significantly easier to catch (Fire-type counter = bring Blazamut).
- Why it's #2: Best balance of speed (1900) and stamina (400). Can fly from map center to any edge without landing. Partner skill adds Ice damage to attacks while mounted.
- Best for: 90% of endgame players. Jetragon's speed is nice, but Frostallion's stamina makes it more practical for exploration.
3. Shadowbeak — 1800 Sprint Speed
Element: Dark | Stamina: 250 | Catch Level: Lv 40+
- Why it's #3: Fastest Dark mount. Also a top-tier combat Pal (150 Shot ATK). Good for players who want one Pal for flying AND fighting.
- Best for: Combat-oriented players. If you're frequently dismounting to fight, Shadowbeak is arguably better than Frostallion.
4. Faleris — 1700 Sprint Speed
Element: Fire | Stamina: 300 | Catch Level: Lv 28-35
- Why it's #4: The best non-legendary flyer. 1700 speed is only 10% slower than Frostallion but available much earlier. Great for mid-game exploration.
- How to get: Wild in the volcano area (Lv 28-35). Bring Water-type Pals. Or breed from Suzaku + Ragnahawk.
- Best for: Players Lv 28-40 who haven't caught legendaries yet.
5. Suzaku — 1400 Sprint Speed
Element: Fire | Stamina: 350 | Catch Level: Lv 30+
- Why it's #5: Solid fire-type flyer with good stamina (350). Slightly slower than Faleris but flies longer. Also a decent combat Pal.
- Best for: Players who need a fire-type mount and haven't found Faleris yet.
6. Helzephyr — 1300 Sprint Speed
Element: Dark | Stamina: 200 | Catch Level: Lv 22-28
- Why it's #6: Best mid-game dark flyer. Easy to catch. Good stepping stone before Shadowbeak.
- Best for: Lv 22-35 players. Use Helzephyr until you can catch Faleris or Shadowbeak.
7. Quivern — 1200 Sprint Speed
Element: Dragon | Stamina: 250 | Catch Level: Lv 23+
- Why it's #7: Decent dragon-type flyer. Available mid-game. Not the best at anything, but a solid budget option.
- Best for: Players who haven't unlocked higher-tier flyers yet.
8. Astegon — 1100 Sprint Speed
Element: Dragon/Dark | Stamina: 300 | Catch Level: Lv 40+
- Why it's #8: Not a fast flyer, but the #1 miner in the game (Mining Lv 7). Fly + mine with the same Pal.
- Best for: Players who want a dual-purpose Pal for travel AND base work.
9. Vanwyrm — 1100 Sprint Speed
Element: Fire/Dark | Stamina: 180 | Catch Level: Lv 15-20
- Why it's #9: Early flyer with reasonable speed. Available at Lv 15-20. Good first upgrade from Nitewing.
- Best for: Lv 15-22 players. Gets you airborne early.
10. Nitewing — 900 Sprint Speed
Element: Neutral | Stamina: 150 | Catch Level: Lv 10-15
- Why it's #10: The very first flying mount you'll likely get. Available at Lv 10-15 with basic Pal Spheres. Slow, low stamina — but it FLIES.
- Best for: Absolute beginners (Lv 10-18). Upgrade to Vanwyrm or Helzephyr ASAP.
Flying Mount Comparison Table
| Mount | Speed | Stamina | Type | Catch Lv | Combat Use | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jetragon | 3300 | 200 | Dragon | 50 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Speed demons |
| Frostallion | 1900 | 400 | Ice | 40+ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Best all-round |
| Shadowbeak | 1800 | 250 | Dark | 40+ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Fight + fly |
| Faleris | 1700 | 300 | Fire | 28-35 | ⭐⭐⭐ | Best non-legendary |
| Suzaku | 1400 | 350 | Fire | 30+ | ⭐⭐⭐ | Fire mount |
| Helzephyr | 1300 | 200 | Dark | 22-28 | ⭐⭐ | Mid-game dark |
| Quivern | 1200 | 250 | Dragon | 23+ | ⭐⭐ | Budget dragon |
| Astegon | 1100 | 300 | Dragon/Dark | 40+ | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Miner + flyer |
| Vanwyrm | 1100 | 180 | Fire/Dark | 15-20 | ⭐⭐ | Early upgrade |
| Nitewing | 900 | 150 | Neutral | 10-15 | ⭐ | First flyer |
How to Get Each Mount
| Mount | Saddle Tech Lv | Saddle Cost | Sphere Needed | How to Catch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jetragon | 50 | 30 Refined Ingot, 20 Plasteel, 30 Paldium | Legendary (Lv 44, Power 40) | Volcano boss, Lv 50. Bring Ice-type Pals. |
| Frostallion | 48 | 25 Refined Ingot, 15 Plasteel, 25 Paldium | Ultra (Lv 35, Power 30) | Northwest frozen island. Bring Fire-type Pals. |
| Shadowbeak | 47 | 20 Refined Ingot, 10 Plasteel, 20 Paldium | Ultra (Lv 35) | Northwest mountains. Bring Dragon-type. |
| Faleris | 35 | 15 Ingot, 10 Refined Ingot, 15 Paldium | Hyper (Lv 27) | Volcano area. Breed or catch. |
| Nitewing | 15 | 10 Ingot, 5 Fiber, 3 Paldium | Basic (Lv 2) | Starting area. Common spawn. |
Full saddle requirements for ALL mounts are on each Pal's detail page in the Paldeck.
Speed vs. Stamina — Which Matters More?
A common mistake: chasing the highest speed number. Here's the reality:
| Scenario | What Matters More | Best Mount |
|---|---|---|
| Boss farming loops (short hops) | Speed (land, fight, fly to next) | Jetragon |
| Map exploration (long flights) | Stamina (stay airborne longer) | Frostallion |
| Combat + travel hybrid | Both + combat stats | Shadowbeak |
| Early game (Lv 10-25) | Availability (get flying ASAP) | Nitewing → Vanwyrm |
Progression path: Nitewing (Lv 15) → Vanwyrm or Helzephyr (Lv 20) → Faleris (Lv 30) → Frostallion (Lv 40) → Jetragon (Lv 50, optional)
Common Problems & Fixes
| Problem | Why | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| "Can't craft the saddle" | Haven't unlocked the tech level | Check the tech tree — each saddle has a minimum level. Level up first. |
| "Mount can't fly over high peaks" | Low stamina — runs out mid-climb | Land on ledges to regen stamina. Or use Frostallion (400 stamina). |
| "Jetragon keeps killing me" | Underleveled / no heat resistance | Bring level 45+ Ice-type Pals. Craft Heat-resistant Armor (Lv 20). |
| "Flying controls feel bad" | Default keybinds | Sprint: Shift. Ascend: Space. Descend: Ctrl. Adjust in settings if needed. |
| "Nitewing is too slow" | It's the starter mount — intentionally slow | Upgrade to Vanwyrm (Lv 15-20) or Helzephyr (Lv 22+) immediately. |
You May Also Want to Know
- Where should I build my base to reduce flying time? → Central Plateau — equidistant to everything → Best Base Locations in Palworld 2026
- How do I catch Jetragon or Frostallion? → Full legendary capture guides with sphere requirements → How to Catch Legendary Pals
- Which combat Pals pair best with flying mounts? → A balanced team with mount as slot 1 → Best Combat Pals — Top 10
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