How to make the Elytra in Minecraft
This Minecraft tutorial explains how to craft the elytra (called elytra wings in Pocket Edition and Windows 10 Edition) with screenshots and step-by-step instructions.
In Minecraft, the elytra is an item that you can not make with a crafting table or furnace. Instead, you need to find and gather this item in the game. Most commonly, the elytra can be found inside the End Ship in the End City.
Let's explore how to add the elytra to your inventory.
Supported Platforms
The elytra is available in the following versions of Minecraft:
| Platform | Supported (Version*) |
|---|---|
 Java Edition (PC/Mac) | Yes (1.9) |
 Pocket Edition (PE) | Yes (1.0) |
 Xbox 360 | Yes (TU46) |
 Xbox One | Yes (CU35) |
 PS3 | Yes (1.38) |
 PS4 | Yes (1.38) |
 Wii U | Yes (Patch 15) |
 Nintendo Switch | Yes |
 Windows 10 Edition | Yes (1.0) |
 Education Edition | Yes (1.0) |
* The version that it was added or removed, if applicable.
NOTE: Pocket Edition (PE), Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and Windows 10 Edition are now called Bedrock Edition. We will continue to show them individually for version history.
Where to find the Elytra in Creative Mode
- Java
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
- Edu
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
Here is where you can find the elytra in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Java Edition (PC/Mac) | 1.9 - 1.19 |  Transportation |
| Java Edition (PC/Mac) | 1.19.3 - 1.20 |  Tools & Utilities |
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
Here is where you can find the elytra in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Pocket Edition (PE) | 1.0 - 1.1.3 |  Tools |
| Pocket Edition (PE) | 1.2 - 1.19.83 |  Equipment |
Minecraft Xbox Editions
Here is where you can find the elytra in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Xbox 360 | TU46 - TU69 |  Redstone and Transportation |
| Xbox One | CU35 - CU43 | Redstone and Transportation |
| Xbox One | 1.2.5 - 1.19.83 | Equipment |
Minecraft PS Editions
Here is where you can find the elytra in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| PS3 | 1.38 - 1.76 | Redstone and Transportation |
| PS4 | 1.38 - 1.91 | Redstone and Transportation |
| PS4 | 1.14.0 - 1.19.83 | Equipment |
Minecraft Nintendo
Here is where you can find the elytra in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wii U | Patch 15 - Patch 38 | Redstone and Transportation |
| Nintendo Switch | 1.04 - 1.11 | Redstone and Transportation |
| Nintendo Switch | 1.5.0 - 1.19.83 | Equipment |
Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
Here is where you can find the elytra in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 Edition | 1.0 - 1.1.3 | Tools |
| Windows 10 Edition | 1.2 - 1.19.83 | Equipment |
Minecraft Education Edition
Here is where you can find the elytra in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Education Edition | 1.0 - 1.0.18 | Tools |
| Education Edition | 1.0.21 - 1.17.30 | Equipment |
How to get the Elytra in Survival Mode
You can add the elytra to your inventory in Survival mode by finding one in a floating boat (looks like a pirate ship) in the End City. So let's get started!
1. Go to the End City
The End City is found in the End dimension.
If you aren't sure how to find the End City, try our tutorial that explains how.
2. Go inside the End Ship
If you go inside the End Ship (looks like a floating boat), you will find the elytra at the front of the boat hanging on the wall in an item frame. There will be a chest on either side of it.
3. Remove the Elytra from the Item Frame
Left click on the item frame to remove the elytra from the frame.
The elytra will pop out of the frame and fall to the ground.
4. Pick up the Elytra
Make sure you pick up the elytra before it disappears.
Once you pick up the elytra, it will appear in your hotbar.
The elytra is a useful transportation item and can be used as wings to fly/glide in the game.
Item ID and Name
- Java
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
- Edu
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
In Minecraft, the elytra has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Description (Minecraft ID Name) |
Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elytra (minecraft: |
0 | 1 | Java |
1.9 - 1.12 |
| Elytra (minecraft: |
1 | Java |
1.13 - 1.20.2 |
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
In Minecraft, the elytra has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Description (Minecraft ID Name) |
Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elytra (minecraft: |
0 | 1 | PE |
1.0 - 1.20.0 |
Minecraft Xbox One
In Minecraft, the elytra has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Description (Minecraft ID Name) |
Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elytra (minecraft: |
0 | 1 | Xbox One |
1.6.0 - 1.20.0 |
Minecraft PS4
In Minecraft, the elytra has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Description (Minecraft ID Name) |
Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elytra (minecraft: |
0 | 1 | PS4 |
1.14.0 - 1.20.0 |
Minecraft Nintendo Switch
In Minecraft, the elytra has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Description (Minecraft ID Name) |
Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elytra (minecraft: |
0 | 1 | Switch |
1.6.0 - 1.20.0 |
Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
In Minecraft, the elytra has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Description (Minecraft ID Name) |
Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elytra (minecraft: |
0 | 1 | Windows |
1.0 - 1.20.0 |
Minecraft Education Edition
In Minecraft, the elytra has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Description (Minecraft ID Name) |
Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elytra (minecraft: |
0 | 1 | Education |
1.0 - 1.18.32 |
Give Command for Elytra
Durability
Durability represents how long the item will last. For tools, weapons and transportation, durability is the number of useful actions before the item is destroyed. For armor items, durability is the number of hits (that can be blocked by armor) before the item is destroyed. So the higher the durability number, the longer the item will last.
The following table shows the durability for the elytra in Minecraft:
| Item | Name | Durability |
|---|---|---|
 |
Elytra | 432 |
Enchantments for Elytra
In Minecraft, you can enchant the elytra with the following enchantments:
| Enchantment | Description |
|---|---|
| Curse of Binding | Cursed item can not be removed from player |
| Curse of Vanishing | Cursed item will disappear after player dies |
| Mending | Uses xp to mend your tools, weapons and armor |
| Unbreaking | Increases durability of item, in effect, by decreasing the chance of the tool, weapon, or armor taking durability damage when used |
See a complete list of Minecraft Enchantments that is interactive and searchable.
Things to Make with the Elytra
You can use the elytra to make items in Minecraft such as:
Things to Do with the Elytra
Here are some activities that you can do with the elytra in Minecraft:
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