
Pokemon Guide
Drifblim is a Ghost and Flying-type Pokemon known for huge HP, floating utility and evolution from Drifloon.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Drifblim guide supports current Pokemon games and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.
| Description | Quick Facts |
| Stats | Best Moves |
| All Moves | Weaknesses |
| Evolution | Locations |
| FAQ |
Drifblim evolves from Drifloon at Level 28. It has one of the more unusual Ghost/Flying profiles in the series.
Competitive Overview
Drifblim can be useful with Unburden sets, Will-O-Wisp, Tailwind and disruptive utility.
Its biggest strengths are HP, immunities and setup tricks, while its biggest issue is poor defensive stats outside HP.
Here are the key facts to know about Drifblim, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Drifblim
National Dex
#0426
Type
Ghost / Flying
Species
Blimp Pokemon
Height
3’11” / 1.2 m
Weight
33.1 lbs / 15.0 kg
Abilities
Aftermath, Unburden, Flare Boost
Drifblim has very high HP with modest defenses and useful mixed offensive options.
Drifblim uses Ghost, Flying, Fire, Electric and support moves across Pokemon games.
Reliable Ghost-type special damage.
Ghost-type damage that doubles against statused targets.
Flying-type special damage with a flinch chance.
Flying-type damage that can grow stronger without an item.
Burns physical attackers.
Coverage against Water and Flying-type Pokemon.
Boosts Special Attack and Special Defense.
Boosts team Speed in double battles.
Drifblim can learn a different move pool depending on the Pokemon game. Use the section below to view Drifblim’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Drifblim is a Ghost / Flying-type Pokemon. This gives it resistances to Grass, Poison and Bug-type moves plus immunities to Normal, Fighting and Ground-type moves, but leaves it weak to Rock, Ghost, Electric, Ice and Dark-type attacks.
Type
Ghost, Flying
Weaknesses
Rock, Ghost, Electric, Ice, Dark
Resistances
Grass, Poison, Bug
Immunity
Normal, Fighting, Ground
Drifblim’s abilities punish contact knockouts, boost Speed after losing an item or boost Special Attack while burned.
Damages attackers that knock Drifblim out with contact.
Doubles Speed after Drifblim consumes or loses its held item.
Boosts Special Attack while burned when this hidden ability is available.
Drifblim evolves from Drifloon at Level 28.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves at Level 28
Drifblim is usually obtained by evolving Drifloon, though some games allow direct encounters.
| Game | Where to Find Drifblim |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Red | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Blue | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Yellow | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Drifblim |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Gold | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Silver | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Crystal | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Drifblim |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Ruby | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Sapphire | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Emerald | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon FireRed | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon LeafGreen | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Drifblim |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Diamond | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Pearl | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Platinum | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon HeartGold | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon SoulSilver | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Drifblim |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Black | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon White | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Black 2 | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon White 2 | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Drifblim |
|---|---|
| Pokemon X | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Y | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Omega Ruby | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Alpha Sapphire | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Drifblim |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Sun | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Moon | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Ultra Sun | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Ultra Moon | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Drifblim |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Sword | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Shield | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Brilliant Diamond | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Shining Pearl | Evolve Drifloon at Level 28, or catch directly in select areas depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Legends: Arceus | Obsidian Fieldlands, Cobalt Coastlands and Alabaster Icelands areas at night, or evolve Drifloon. |
| Game | Where to Find Drifblim |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Scarlet | Glaseado Mountain, Casseroya Lake and nighttime areas, or evolve Drifloon. |
| Pokemon Violet | Glaseado Mountain, Casseroya Lake and nighttime areas, or evolve Drifloon. |
| Pokemon Legends Z-A | Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Drifblim |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Winds and Waves | Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Drifblim. This FAQ is visible on-page content only.
Drifblim is Ghost and Flying-type.
Drifblim evolves from Drifloon at Level 28.
Drifblim can be useful with Unburden, utility moves and its immunities.
Current location data for Drifblim in Pokemon Legends Z-A is not yet available.
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