Aerodactyl locations — where to catch

In Sinnoh (Diamond, Pearl & Platinum)

• Oreburgh City — Gift

In Johto & Kanto (HeartGold & SoulSilver)

• Pewter City — Gift

In Kanto (FireRed & LeafGreen)

• Cinnabar Island — Gift

In Johto & Kanto (Gold, Silver & Crystal)

• Route 14 — NPC Trade

In Kanto (Red, Blue & Yellow)

• Cinnabar Island — Gift

Other games (7)

• Brilliant Diamond / Shining Pearl (Gen 8): Oreburgh City
• Sword / Shield — The Isle of Armor (Gen 8): Ballimere Lake, Dyna Tree Hill, Frigid Sea, Frostpoint Field, Giant's Bed, Snowslide Slope
• Let's Go, Pikachu! / Let's Go, Eevee! (Gen 7): Cinnabar Island
• Ultra Sun / Ultra Moon (Gen 7): Seafolk Village
• Sun / Moon (Gen 7): Seafolk Village
• Omega Ruby / Alpha Sapphire (Gen 6): Rustboro City
• X / Y (Gen 6): Ambrette Town

Aerodactyl — full Pokédex entry