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Steady Flight Guide

Last updated on Mar 14, 2026 at 00:20 by Neryssa 1 comment

Welcome to our guide on Steady Flight in World of Warcraft. Here, you will find everything you need to know about regular flying in the game.

TABLE OF CONTENTS OF THIS PAGE
1.

Introduction

Steady Flight (or regular flying) is the alternative to Skyriding. This flight mode allows you to freely move your character in the air, including standing still, but moves at significantly shorter speeds than Skyriding.

2.

When Does Steady Flight Unlock?

Steady Flight unlocks when you earn the Expert Riding Icon Expert Riding skill at Level 20. At Level 30, you will learn Master Riding Icon Master Riding allowing you to ride at the highest possible speed on your flying mount.

Expert Riding
3.

Steady Flight Flying Speeds

Expert Riding Icon Expert Riding increases your flight speed by 220%. Master Riding Icon Master Riding increases your flight speed by 420%.

4.

Switch Flight Style

At Level 20, you will unlock Switch Flight Style Icon Switch Flight Style that allows you to switch between Steady Flight and Skyriding.

You will find this option in your mounts tab by pressing Shift+P and selecting the option as shown in the image.

Switch Flight Style
5.

Where Does Steady Flight Work by Default?

Steady Flight works in all expansions, but you need to manually switch from Skyriding mode to use it.

6.

Changelog

  • 14 Mar. 2026: Removed achievement requirements for Steady Flight.
  • 23 Feb. 2026: Updated for the Midnight expansion.
  • 26 Jul. 2024: Removed Dragon Isles Pathfinder.
  • 13 Jul. 2024: Guide added.
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