Exploring the vast landscapes of Palworld is an exhilarating experience, especially when soaring through the skies on the fastest flying mounts available. In 2025, with several major updates including the Feybreak, Sakurajima Summer, and the recent Terraria collaboration, the hierarchy of Palworld flier speed ranks has evolved significantly, offering players more options than ever before.

Palworld Flier Speed Ranking: The Ultimate Tier List

When it comes to traversing the Palpagos Islands by air, speed is often the most critical factor. Here's the comprehensive breakdown of flying mount speeds in Palworld as of 2025:

SS Tier (Unmatched Speed)

  • Jetragon - Sprint Speed: 3300

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The undisputed king of the skies, Jetragon remains the fastest mount in the entire game, not just among fliers but across all mount types. With its built-in missile launcher unlocked at Technology Level 50, this legendary Pal offers both unparalleled speed and formidable firepower.

  • Xenolord - Sprint Speed: 2700

Added in the Feybreak Update, Xenolord has quickly established itself as a top-tier flying mount, offering exceptional speed second only to Jetragon.

S Tier (Elite Fliers)

  • Faleris - Sprint Speed: 1500

  • Frostallion - Sprint Speed: 1450

  • Frostallion Noct - Sprint Speed: 1450

A Tier (Superior Speed)

  • Beakon - Sprint Speed: 1300

  • Ragnahawk - Sprint Speed: 1250

  • Shadowbeak - Sprint Speed: 1200

B Tier (Solid Performers)

  • Helzephyr - Sprint Speed: 1100

  • Suzaku - Sprint Speed: 1050

  • Suzaku Aqua - Sprint Speed: 1050

  • Quivern - Sprint Speed: 950

C Tier (Standard Fliers)

  • Astegon - Sprint Speed: 850

  • Elphidran - Sprint Speed: 800

  • Elphidran Aqua - Sprint Speed: 800

  • Nitewing - Sprint Speed: 750

  • Vanwyrm - Sprint Speed: 750

  • Vanwyrm Cryst - Sprint Speed: 750

Special Mention: Sakurajima Update Fliers

  • Selyne - While not the fastest flier, Selyne offers impressive combat buffs while mounted, making it a versatile choice for players who prioritize battle capabilities alongside travel speed.

Early Game Flying Options

Not everyone has immediate access to legendary Pals like Jetragon or Xenolord. For players in the early stages of Palworld, here are the most accessible flying mounts:

  1. Nitewing - Available at Technology Level 15, this is typically the first flying mount most players obtain. Though not particularly fast compared to later options, it provides essential air mobility when you need it most.

  2. Vanwyrm - Unlocked at Technology Level 21, Vanwyrm offers a slight speed improvement over Nitewing, along with powerful Fire and Dark attacks.

  3. Helzephyr - A mid-game upgrade that provides better speed and combat capabilities than the early options.

How to Maximize Your Flying Mount's Speed

Want to make your flying Pal even faster? Here's how:

Passive Skills That Boost Speed

Certain passive skills can significantly increase your mount's movement speed:

  • Swift: 30% increase to movement speed

  • Legend: 15% increase to movement speed (plus 20% attack and defense bonuses)

  • Runner: 20% increase to movement speed

  • Nimble: 10% increase to movement speed

The difference between a Jetragon with the Swift passive skill versus one without can be substantial. A Swift Jetragon could theoretically reach a sprint speed of approximately 4290, making it by far the fastest way to travel in Palworld.

Breeding for Speed

If you're serious about having the fastest possible flying mount, consider breeding Pals with beneficial passive skills. Offspring have a chance to inherit these traits, potentially allowing you to create the ultimate speedy companion.

Beyond Speed: Additional Flying Mount Benefits

While speed is crucial, many flying mounts offer additional benefits that might influence your choice:

Element-Based Damage Boosts

When mounted, some flying Pals will increase the damage you deal with certain elemental attacks:

  • Suzaku: Boosts Fire damage

  • Frostallion: Enhances Ice attacks

  • Elphidran: Strengthens Dark attacks

Resource Gathering Bonuses

Some flying mounts provide bonuses when gathering specific resources:

  • Astegon: Doubles ore drop rates and increases mining efficiency

  • Faleris: Increases item drops from Ice element Pals

Built-in Weapons

  • Jetragon: Features a built-in missile launcher that replaces your equipped weapon when aiming while mounted

Comparing Air Travel to Other Mount Types

While flying mounts are incredibly versatile, it's worth understanding how they compare to other mount types:

Ground Mounts

The fastest ground mount, Necromus, reaches a sprint speed of 1600, which is less than half of Jetragon's speed. However, ground mounts like Necromus and Paladius offer advantages like triple jumping that can be useful in specific terrain.

Swimming Mounts

Neptilius leads the aquatic category with a sprint speed of 2000, followed by Azurobe at 1800. While impressive, these still don't match the top-tier fliers for overall mobility.

Gliding Mounts

Gliding mounts like Galeclaw (speed: 700) provide a middle ground between flying and ground travel, allowing players to cover significant distances from high elevations without the full capabilities of true flight.

Conclusion: Choosing Your Ideal Flying Mount

In 2025's Palworld landscape, your choice of flying mount ultimately depends on your current game progress, playstyle, and specific needs:

  • For pure speed: Jetragon remains unmatched

  • For early game accessibility: Nitewing or Vanwyrm

  • For combat effectiveness while flying: Selyne or Suzaku

  • For resource gathering: Astegon or Faleris

Whatever your preference, mastering the skies of Palworld with the right flying mount will dramatically enhance your gaming experience, allowing you to explore, gather resources, and engage in combat with unprecedented efficiency.

As development continues and new updates arrive, we may see even more impressive flying mounts join the Palworld roster, potentially reshuffling this speed ranking in the future. Until then, happy flying across the Palpagos Islands!