4 Balloon Flights in the USA to Build a Day Around

1.Phoenix Morning Hot Air Balloon Ride with Bubbly + Breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,049 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $260Our pick

Start before dawn at Deer Valley Airport, then float for about 45 to 60 minutes above the Sonoran Desert and Phoenix Valley. Pilots such as Don and Jonathan add local stories, while a desert landing brings a Champagne toast, breakfast, and a commemorative flight certificate.

“It was an amazing experience! Staff were professional and so accommodating. I did the excursion solo and was a bit nervous but I felt safe and totally enjoyed it!”

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2.Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunrise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,305 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $189Best value

Rise before dawn for a one-hour Rainbow Ryders balloon flight over Albuquerque and the Rio Grande Valley. Your pilot, possibly Alfred, Anthony, Brad, Kris, or Troy, handles the flying and explains the area. Help inflate the balloon, watch the Sandia Mountains catch the sun, then celebrate with sparkling wine and snacks.

“Wear warm clothing gloves and a hat, you will be high up in the sky. Experienced pilot and a great crew”

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3.Hot Air Balloon Rides in Napa Valley

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 592 reviews · from $315

Meet before sunrise in Yountville, enjoy coffee and pastries, then ride a hot-air balloon for 40 to 60 minutes over Napa or Sonoma. Pilots such as Bob, Jake, Chad, and Jimmy are praised for calm, friendly guidance. Expect a shared basket, no seats, cool ground temperatures, and weather-based routing.

“Amazing!! Best tour in Napa!! Beautiful sites & well organized. A must do while in Napa! Our balloonist was incredible.”

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4.Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Black Hills

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 471 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $375

Meet Black Hills Balloons in Custer before sunrise, watch the crew prepare the balloon, then float for about an hour over the Black Hills National Forest. Pilots such as Damien, Mike, Sam, Don, and Kay may fly, with a safety briefing, water, snacks, and a champagne toast after landing.

“The balloon take off and padding are so smooth. I was scared before. However when I ride this hot air balloon I feel not scare at all. And it is fun to fly to have bird’s view of the land and Forest.”

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