When can you start in Northrend?

You can start in Northrend at a minimum level of 68, although it is generally considered an area for characters level 70 and up, with quests available for players as early as level 68. The level requirement to enter Northrend is 68, but players can physically travel to the continent at any level, with flying mounts available for use at level 68 or higher, requiring the Cold Weather Flying ability.

Introduction to Northrend

Overview of Northrend

Northrend is a vast and icy continent in the World of Warcraft, filled with quests, dungeons, and raids for players to explore. The continent is divided into several zones, each with its own unique storyline and challenges.

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

1. Can you start Northrend at 68?: Yes, players can start questing in Northrend at level 68, although it is recommended to be at least level 70 for the best experience.
2. Can you go to Northrend at 67?: No, the minimum level requirement to enter Northrend is 68.
3. Can I go to Northrend at level 69?: Yes, players can physically travel to Northrend at any level, but quests are only available for players level 68 and above.
4. When can you start Flying on your first character in Northrend?: Players can start flying in Northrend at level 68, but require the Cold Weather Flying ability, which can be purchased at level 77 or learned automatically at level 80.
5. Can you go to Northrend before 70?: Yes, players can enter Northrend at level 68, and it is highly advisable to do so, as the quests in Northrend provide higher XP than equivalent TBC quests.

Travel and Transportation

6. How do I get to Northrend at 68 Alliance?: Alliance players can get to Northrend by taking the boat from the northernmost dock at Stormwind Harbor to Borean Tundra or from Menethil Harbor in the Wetlands to Howling Fjord.
7. How do I get to Northrend?: Players can get to Northrend by taking a zeppelin from Orgrimmar or a boat from Stormwind City.
8. Can you fly in Northrend before 80?: Yes, players can fly in Northrend before level 80, but require the Cold Weather Flying ability, which can be purchased at level 77.

Leveling and Questing

9. What is the fastest leveling path in Wotlk?: The fastest leveling path in Wotlk is dungeon leveling, especially with a 5-man group of good players.
10. Can you go to Northrend at 60?: No, players must be at least level 68 to level in Northrend, although they can grind there earlier.
11. Can you go to Howling Fjord at 68?: Yes, Howling Fjord is one of the zones in Northrend that players can visit as early as level 68.

Flying and Mounts

12. How do you fly in Northrend before level 77?: Players can fly in Northrend before level 77 by purchasing the Cold Weather Flying ability from a flight trainer.
13. What level should I be at Northrend?: Players should be at least level 68 to quest in Northrend, although it is recommended to be level 70 or higher.
14. How much gold does it cost to fly in Northrend?: The Cold Weather Flying ability requires 1000 gold and can be purchased at level 77 or learned automatically at level 80.
15. Do you need Outland flying for Northrend?: No, Outland and Northrend use the same flying and epic flying mechanics, with Wrath adding an unlock to use flying mounts in Northrend.