
Pokemon Guide
Drifloon is a Ghost and Flying-type Pokemon known for its balloon body and evolution into Drifblim.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Drifloon 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 |
Drifloon evolves into Drifblim at Level 28. It is often associated with windy locations and eerie balloon-like behavior.
Competitive Overview
Drifloon can be useful in limited formats with Unburden, status support and immunities.
Its biggest strengths are unique typing and utility, while its biggest issue is low bulk before evolving.
Here are the key facts to know about Drifloon, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Drifloon
National Dex
#0425
Type
Ghost / Flying
Species
Balloon Pokemon
Height
1’04” / 0.4 m
Weight
2.6 lbs / 1.2 kg
Abilities
Aftermath, Unburden, Flare Boost
Drifloon has high HP for an early-stage Pokemon but modest defenses and offenses.
Drifloon 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.
Drifloon can learn a different move pool depending on the Pokemon game. Use the section below to view Drifloon’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Drifloon 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
Drifloon’s abilities punish contact knockouts, boost Speed after losing an item or boost Special Attack while burned.
Damages attackers that knock Drifloon out with contact.
Doubles Speed after Drifloon consumes or loses its held item.
Boosts Special Attack while burned when this hidden ability is available.
Drifloon evolves into Drifblim at Level 28.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves at Level 28
Drifloon’s availability changes by game. It is often tied to Valley Windworks-style or ghostly areas.
| Game | Where to Find Drifloon |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Red | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Blue | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Yellow | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Drifloon |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Gold | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Silver | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Crystal | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Drifloon |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Ruby | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Sapphire | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Emerald | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon FireRed | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon LeafGreen | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Drifloon |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Diamond | Valley Windworks on Fridays. |
| Pokemon Pearl | Valley Windworks on Fridays. |
| Pokemon Platinum | Valley Windworks on Fridays. |
| Pokemon HeartGold | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon SoulSilver | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Drifloon |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Black | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon White | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Black 2 | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon White 2 | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Drifloon |
|---|---|
| Pokemon X | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Y | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Omega Ruby | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Alpha Sapphire | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Drifloon |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Sun | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Moon | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Ultra Sun | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Ultra Moon | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Game | Where to Find Drifloon |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Sword | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Shield | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Brilliant Diamond | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Shining Pearl | Catch in windy, eerie or special weekly locations depending on the game. |
| Pokemon Legends: Arceus | Obsidian Fieldlands, Cobalt Coastlands and Alabaster Icelands areas at night. |
| Game | Where to Find Drifloon |
|---|---|
| Pokemon Scarlet | South Province, West Province and mountainous areas at night. |
| Pokemon Violet | South Province, West Province and mountainous areas at night. |
| Pokemon Legends Z-A | Location data not yet available. |
| Game | Where to Find Drifloon |
|---|---|
| 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 Drifloon. This FAQ is visible on-page content only.
Drifloon is Ghost and Flying-type.
Drifloon evolves into Drifblim at Level 28.
Drifloon’s abilities are Aftermath, Unburden and Flare Boost.
Current location data for Drifloon in Pokemon Legends Z-A is not yet available.
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