Altaria is a Dragon/Flying-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Hoenn region (#334, Generation 3). With a max CP of 2,266 and base stats of 141/201/181 (Atk/Def/Sta), Altaria has a total stat product of 523.
Altaria is weak to Ice, Dragon, Fairy, Rock-type moves (double weak to Ice). It resists Grass, Ground, Bug, Fighting, Fire, Water-type attacks. Altaria is a 1.0 km buddy Pokemon.
Stats
Type Chart
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Dragon Breath (12 DPS), while Peck generates energy the fastest (10 EPS). Note that Moonblast is an Elite TM move and cannot be obtained through regular TMs.
Evolution
Forms & Variants
Raid Guide
Altaria as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsAltaria is not currently available as a raid boss. When Altaria returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Altaria from raids would have 1145 CP at level 20, or 1432 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
Best Counters to Beat Altaria
Altaria is weak to Ice, Dragon, Fairy, Rock-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.
How to Get Altaria
Altaria evolves from Swablu using 400 Candy.
A Shadow version of Altaria is available from Team GO Rocket. Shadow Altaria knows Frustration as its charged move, which can be removed with a Charged TM. Purifying costs 1,000 Stardust and 1 Candy, and the purified form learns Return. Walking Altaria as your buddy earns 1 candy every 1.0 km. It also earns 5 Mega Energy per km when you have Mega Evolved it before.
To Mega Evolve Altaria, you need Mega Energy. The initial Mega Evolution requires 200 Mega Energy, with subsequent Mega Evolutions costing less based on your Mega Level. You can earn Altaria's Mega Energy by completing Mega Raids, walking Altaria as your buddy (5 Mega Energy per km after the first Mega Evolution), or through special research tasks and events.
Altaria Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Altaria in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Altaria from raids or eggs will show 1,145 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Altaria is a Dragon/Flying-type Pokemon with a stat total of 523. With its bulk spread of 201 Defense and 181 Stamina, Altaria has solid survivability in battles.
Be careful of Altaria's double weakness to Ice-type moves, which deal 156% increased damage. Opponents with these move types can take down Altaria very quickly.
Altaria's moves get a damage boost in Windy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.
Unlocking a second charged move costs 10,000 Stardust and 25 Candy. With 5 charged moves available, a second move gives Altaria much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Altaria?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Collector's Pick
Altaria is a Dragon/Flying-type Pokemon with base stats of 141/201/181 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 2,266. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Altaria may shine during specific events, in limited-format cups, or when new moves are added in future updates. For now, hold onto a good IV specimen but save your Stardust and Candy for more impactful investments unless you're a dedicated fan of this Pokemon.
Shadow vs Regular: Shadow Altaria deals 20% more damage but takes ~20% more. For raids, Shadow is generally the better investment. For PvP, evaluate matchups carefully — the bulk loss can be significant.