The best flying mounts in Palworld 1.0 are not all created equal. Some are slow but easy to get early. Others are blazing fast but locked behind endgame content. Knowing which Pal to chase at each stage saves you a lot of wasted time. This guide ranks every key flying mount from early game to endgame, with speed stats, saddle levels, and where to find each one.
TL;DR
- Jetragon is the fastest flying mount in the game with a sprint speed of 3300 but has low stamina.
- Xenolord is slightly slower at 2700 but has far better stamina, making it great for long hauls.
- Shadowbeak is the best non-legendary flying mount and a solid mid-game upgrade.
- Nitewing is your first flying mount at level 15. It is slow but gets you in the air early.
- Follow this progression: Nitewing → Vanwyrm → Ragnahawk or Beakon → Faleris → Shadowbeak → Frostallion → Jetragon or Xenolord.
- Speed passive skills like Swift and Runner stack and can nearly double a mount’s speed.
How Flying Mounts Work in Palworld
To ride a flying Pal you need its Pal Gear, which is the saddle for that specific Pal. You unlock the saddle recipe by capturing the Pal and then spending Technology Points at the right tier. After that, craft the saddle at a Pal Gear Workbench and pick it up so it sits in your Key Items.
Every flying Pal has two key numbers: base flight speed and stamina. Speed tells you how fast you move. Stamina tells you how long you can stay in the air before the Pal needs to rest. A fast mount with terrible stamina can be frustrating on long trips. Balancing both matters a lot.
You can also breed Speed Passive Skills onto your mounts to boost their movement. Skills like Swift, Runner, and Nimble all stack together, and stacking all four available speed passives can nearly double a mount’s effective travel speed. This makes even a mid-tier mount competitive well beyond its base stats.
New in 1.0, there is also the Wing Pack glider. It lets you fly using Wing Cells without taking up a Pal party slot. It is a useful early tool that keeps your team slots free for combat and work Pals.
Want to know which Pals to keep in your party alongside your flying mount? Check out our guide on the best starting Pals in Palworld 1.0.
Best Flying Mounts in Palworld 1.0 – Full Ranked List
1. Jetragon – Fastest Flying Mount in the Game
Sprint Speed: 3300 | Stamina: ~110 | Saddle Tech Level: 79
Jetragon is the undisputed speed king. Its sprint speed of 3300 is so far ahead of everything else that nothing else even comes close. Once you have one, traveling on anything else feels noticeably slower. It was also buffed in 1.0 with a stronger Aerial Missile, a shorter cooldown, and improved stamina compared to its Early Access version.
The main weakness is still that low stamina pool. You will need to land and rest more often compared to Xenolord or Frostallion. For pure point-to-point travel though, the raw speed more than makes up for it.
Jetragon can be found in the northwest corner of the Sunreach region as a level 70 Alpha boss. You need to be in the endgame to fight it. Not a mount you will be riding before the late game.
2. Xenolord – Best Overall Endgame Flying Mount
Sprint Speed: 2700 | Stamina: 300 | Saddle Tech Level: 66
Xenolord is the second fastest flying mount and arguably the better choice for most players once they factor in stamina. With 300 stamina versus Jetragon’s roughly 110, Xenolord handles long-distance travel much more comfortably. You spend less time grounded waiting to recover.
On top of that, Xenolord brings serious combat power. Its exclusive moves include Cosmic Meteor, Beam Slash, and Omega Laser, all of which hit hard over wide areas. Its Partner Skill Meteor Wings further boosts your movement speed while airborne. Stack speed passives on Xenolord and it can get pushed past 3200, making it almost as fast as Jetragon with far better staying power.
The catch is that Xenolord cannot be found in the wild. You must defeat the Xenolord Raid Boss, which you summon at a Summoning Altar using Xenolord’s Slab. It is a true endgame fight.
3. Frostallion – Legendary Speed with Great Combat
Sprint Speed: 1800 | Stamina: 300 | Saddle Tech Level: 62
Frostallion is a Legendary Ice Pal and one of the fastest flying mounts you can access before reaching Jetragon or Xenolord. Its Partner Skill Ice Steed converts all your attacks to Ice damage and boosts Ice damage for both you and Frostallion while mounted. That makes it excellent for combat as well as travel. Its high stamina of 300 also means you can fly long distances without needing to stop.
Frostallion Noct is a Dark variant with similar stats and is a solid alternative if you prefer Dark-type combat synergy. Both are strong choices for the late game if you are not yet at the endgame tier.
4. Shadowbeak – Best Non-Legendary Flying Mount
Sprint Speed: 1600 | Saddle Tech Level: 47
Shadowbeak is the best flying mount you can get without chasing legendary Pals, and its saddle unlocks well before the endgame at Technology level 47. That makes it one of the most practical mid-to-late game upgrades in the game. It is a Dark-type Pal and its Partner Skill Modified DNA boosts Dark damage for you and Shadowbeak while mounted, converting your attacks to Dark type.
You can find Shadowbeak on Wildlife Sanctuary No. 3 on the eastern edge of the map. You will need a flying or swimming mount to reach it. Catching one here is the fastest route to getting a Shadowbeak in your party.
5. Faleris – Best Pre-Endgame Flying Mount
Sprint Speed: 1400 | Saddle Tech Level: 60
Faleris is widely considered the best flying mount before you reach the endgame tier. It is a strong, reliable Pal with solid flight speed and excellent base work suitability. Faleris has Kindling Level 3 at the base, making it one of the best fire work Pals you can have at a smelting base. Faleris Aqua, a water variant, has Watering Level 4, the highest watering suitability in the game.
Faleris can be found at Wildlife Sanctuary No. 3 on the eastern edge of the map. Faleris Aqua is available as a level 56 Field Alpha Boss.
If you are serious about base production alongside flying, Faleris is one of the best all-rounders in the game. Pair it with good resources like those covered in our guide on how to get Hardwood in Palworld.
6. Ragnahawk – Best Mid-Game Flying Mount
Sprint Speed: 1300 | Saddle Tech Level: 33
Ragnahawk is a Fire-type found in volcanic areas near Mount Obsidian. It is the strongest option in the mid-game tier and a clear upgrade over Beakon and Helzephyr when you factor in speed and combat. Its saddle unlocks at Technology level 33 and requires leather, cloth, ingots, flame organs, and Paldium fragments to craft.
Most players will use Ragnahawk as their main mount from around level 33 until they can reach Faleris or Shadowbeak. It is fast enough to feel good and easy enough to find in the west, past Mount Obsidian. Just make sure you have heat-resistant armour before heading into that zone.
7. Beakon – Solid Electric Mid-Game Option
Sprint Speed: 1200 | Saddle Tech Level: 34
Beakon is the only Electric-type flying mount in the game. While mounted, it converts your attacks to Electric type, which is particularly strong against Water-type enemies. Speed-wise it sits close to Ragnahawk but slightly below it. Still a worthwhile mount for the mid-game, especially if you need the Electric type advantage in combat.
You can find Beakon in the Frostbound Mountains north of the starting area, around coordinates 94, -6. There is also a Level 29 Alpha Beakon in the grasslands west of Frostbound Mountains. Because they are large Pals, catching them at night when they sleep makes the job much easier.
8. Suzaku – Best Stamina Flying Mount for Long Trips
Sprint Speed: 1100 | Stamina: 350
Suzaku is not the fastest flying mount but it has some of the highest stamina of any Pal in the game at 350. That means you can fly very long distances without stopping. It is also notable for having enough stamina to reach Sunreach Island without using a portal, which is a practical advantage for exploration.
If you prefer comfortable long-haul travel over raw sprint speed, Suzaku is worth considering. It is also fairly easy to breed.
9. Vanwyrm – Your First Real Upgrade from Nitewing
Sprint Speed: 850 | Saddle Tech Level: 21
Vanwyrm is a Fire and Dark dual-element Pal. It is only slightly faster than Nitewing but the speed difference is noticeable in practice. Its Partner Skill boosts damage to enemy weak points while riding, which is useful in fights. Its saddle unlocks at Technology level 21, making it an accessible early upgrade.
Vanwyrm can be found in the Bamboo Groves and on Mount Obsidian. Grab one as soon as your saddle unlocks and use it until you can get to Ragnahawk or Beakon.
10. Nitewing – Your First Flying Mount
Sprint Speed: 750 | Saddle Tech Level: 15
Nitewing is the first Pal that can carry you into the air. It is slow and you will replace it quickly, but getting airborne at level 15 is the most important step in the entire game. Once you have wings, the whole map opens up. Nitewing appears in many locations including Forgotten Island, Ice Wind Island, Windswept Hills, and more, so it is easy to find and catch.
Do not skip the saddle just because it is slow. Getting any flying mount early is always worth the Technology Points. Read our best start guide for Palworld 1.0 to plan your early game progression properly.
Flying Mount Progression Path in Palworld 1.0
Here is the cleanest upgrade path to follow from start to endgame.
- Level 15: Unlock Nitewing Saddle and get airborne as fast as possible.
- Level 21: Switch to Vanwyrm for a speed boost and combat utility.
- Level 33–34: Upgrade to Ragnahawk or Beakon. Ragnahawk is the better speed choice here.
- Level 47: Aim for Shadowbeak. This is the best non-legendary option in the game.
- Level 60–62: Upgrade to Faleris or Frostallion if you want a legendary before the final tier.
- Level 66+: Chase Xenolord for the best stamina-to-speed ratio in the endgame.
- Level 79: Jetragon saddle unlocks. If you want the absolute fastest mount in Palworld, this is it.
Each upgrade step gives you a meaningful speed bump. Do not get stuck on one Pal for too long. Swapping up regularly keeps your travel efficient through every stage of the game. For more on what stats to prioritise as you level up, see our best stats to level up first guide.
How to Get Faster Flying Mounts in Palworld
Beyond catching a better Pal, you can improve any flying mount’s speed using Passive Skills. The four key movement speed passives are Swift, Runner, Nimble, and Legend. These all stack together and can combine for up to a 75 percent speed boost or more. Stacking all four on Jetragon turns its 3300 sprint speed into something close to 5775, which is about eleven times faster than running on foot.
You get these passives through breeding. Breed your fastest Pals with ones that carry the right passives and transfer the traits across generations. Check our guide on all new Passive Skills in Palworld 1.0 to see what is available.
Also remember to assign Pals to work back at your base while you are out flying. Check our guide on how to assign Pals to work so your base keeps running while you explore.
More Palworld 1.0 Guides
Here are more guides to help you through Palworld 1.0.
- How to reach Sunreach Island in Palworld
- How to unlock the World Tree in Palworld
- How to remove the Fog of War in Sunreach Island
- How to get Wispaw in Palworld
- How to get Shaolong in Palworld
- How to get Soralite and Soralite Ingot in Palworld
- How to make Cryogenic Coolant in Palworld
- How to open Elemental Chests in Palworld
- How to get Ancient Technology Points in Palworld
- Palworld 1.0 hits 855K Steam players in second weekend
Palworld is available on Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation. Visit the official Palworld website for the latest news and updates.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fastest flying mount in Palworld 1.0?
Jetragon is the fastest flying mount in Palworld 1.0 with a sprint speed of 3300. No other flying Pal comes close to that number. Its saddle unlocks at Technology level 79 and Jetragon itself is found as a level 70 Alpha boss in the northwest of Sunreach.
What is the best flying mount for beginners in Palworld?
Nitewing is your first flying mount, unlocking at Technology level 15. It is slow but essential for getting airborne early. Upgrade to Vanwyrm as soon as you hit level 21, then aim for Ragnahawk or Beakon in the mid-game.
Is Xenolord better than Jetragon in Palworld?
For pure speed, Jetragon wins at 3300 versus Xenolord’s 2700. But Xenolord has 300 stamina compared to Jetragon’s roughly 110, which means far fewer forced landings on long trips. Many players prefer Xenolord for everyday travel and save Jetragon for situations where raw speed is the only thing that matters.
Where do you find Shadowbeak in Palworld?
Shadowbeak can be found on Wildlife Sanctuary No. 3 on the eastern edge of the Palpagos map. You need a flying or swimming mount to reach it. Its saddle unlocks at Technology level 47.
Can you make flying mounts faster in Palworld?
Yes. You can breed Speed Passive Skills like Swift, Runner, Nimble, and Legend onto your flying Pals. These stack together and can boost your mount’s movement speed by 75 percent or more. Stacking all of them on Jetragon can take its effective speed close to 5775, which is roughly eleven times your base running speed.
