Hot Air Balloon Dubai
Your Dubai adventure doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Experience the thrill of a Hot Air Balloon Dubai ride and witness breathtaking panoramas at surprisingly affordable prices. We offer unique packages and flexible options to fit your budget and desires. Let’s take you on a journey you won’t soon forget.
Find the Best Hot Air Balloon Dubai Ticket Price
Regular
AED 959 Per Adult (12+ Years)
AED 899Per Child ( 5-12 Years )
40-70 Minutes Balloon Ride
Pick Up & Drop Off (Sharing )
In Flight Snacks
Deluxe
AED 1209Per Adult (12+ Years)
AED 1109Per Child ( 5-12 Years )
40-70 Minutes Balloon Ride
Pick Up & Drop Off (Sharing )
In Flight Snacks
Premium
AED 1499Per Adult (12+ Years)
AED 1399Per Child ( 5-12 Years )
All in Deluxe Package
Desert Safari Tour
Dune Bashing + Quad Bike
- Schedule The approx. Flight take off timing is in between 05.30 – 06.30 AM (UAE local time)
Hot Air Balloon Dubai Offers
Regular
40 – 70 Minutes Balloon Ride depending on weather and ATC Permission
Pick Up & Drop Off – Sharing Basis from the below locations:
Dubai Marina Mall, BurJuman Mall, Deira City Centre & Dubai Outlet Mall
Note:- If any passenger wants pickup from the hotel then you have to pay 30 AED per passenger.
Free Wi-Fi service during the flight onboard
In-flight snacks (Will be provided during the flight)
Flying experience certificate signed by the Pilot
Group photo with the Pilot after the landing (Will be sent through email)
Deluxe
40 – 70 Minutes Balloon Ride depending on weather and ATC Permission
Pick up & Drop Off (Sharing Basis – By 4 X 4) from any hotel
(Within Dubai Main City, Except – Jabel Ali, Bab Al Shams)
Free Pick up & Drop off (Minimum 6 PAX) from Hotels in Sharjah / Ajman City
Free Wi-Fi service during the flight onboard
In-flight snacks (Will be provided during the flight)
Flying experience certificate signed by the Pilot
Group photo with the Pilot after the landing (Will be sent through email)
Buffet Breakfast – Arabic Style in the desert after the landing
Photography with the Falcon and the Falcon Show on the ground
Camel Ride
Premium
40 – 70 Minutes Balloon Ride depending on weather and ATC Permission
Pick up & Drop Off (Sharing Basis – By 4 X 4) from any hotel
(Within Dubai Main City, Except – Jabel Ali, Bab Al Shams)
Free Pick up & Drop off (Minimum 6 PAX) from Hotels in Sharjah / Ajman City
Free Wi-Fi service during the flight onboard
In-flight snacks (Will be provided during the flight)
Flying experience certificate signed by the Pilot
Group photo with the Pilot after the landing (Will be sent through email)
Buffet Breakfast – Arabic Style in the desert after the landing
Photography with the Falcon and the Falcon Show on the ground
Camel Ride
Desert Safari with Dune bashing
Quad Biking
Hot Air Balloon Dubai: Premium Services Tailored to Your Experience
To optimize your experience, we suggest reading the extra packages and additions below before booking your hot air balloon Dubai adventure with City Smart.
- Passengers with weight over 120kg will be charged double the ticket price
- Video recording of the flight sent via email @ 125 AED
- Event Banner on basket @ 200 AED per flight
- Banner to be provided by client as per size: Big Balloon 350 cm x 90 CM
- Private transportation on request from Al Maha, Jabel Ali, Bab Al
- Shams, Hatta, Dubai & Sharjah – up to 6 PAX – AED 500 & 7 to 20 PAX – AED 750
- Private transportation on request from RAK, Ajman, UAQ, Al Ain & Abu Dhabi Up to 6 PAX @ AED 750 & 7 to 20 PAX @ AED 1,250
Passengers Not To Fly in Hot Air Balloon Ride
- Passengers with weight over 120kg will be charged double the ticket price
- Video recording of the flight sent via email @ 125 AED
- Event Banner on basket @ 200 AED per flight
- Banner to be provided by client as per size: Big Balloon 350 cm x 90 CM
- Private transportation on request from Al Maha, Jabel Ali, Bab Al
- Shams, Hatta, Dubai & Sharjah – up to 6 PAX – AED 500 & 7 to 20 PAX – AED 750
- Private transportation on request from RAK, Ajman, UAQ, Al Ain & Abu Dhabi Up to 6 PAX @ AED 750 & 7 to 20 PAX @ AED 1,250
Essential Packing Tips for Hot Air Balloon Tour Dubai
Prohibited Items
- Pickup Time: 7:00AM – 8:00AM
- Drop Off Time: 12:30PM – 1:30PM
- APPROX. 6 Hours Tour
Passengers May Carry
- Cash Payments Upon Pickup
- Card Payments
Cancellation Policy
- The approx. flight take-off timing is between 05.30 – 06.30 AM(UAE local time)
- Cancellation before 72 hours – 100% refund (No charge)
- Cancellation before 48 hours – 75% refund (25% charge)
- Cancellation before 24 hours – 50% refund (50% charge)
- Cancellation less than 24 hours – No Show & Non-Refundable (100% charge)
- Cancellation from our side due to technical snag/weather / ATC Permission the company will either reschedule or refund the amount within 10 – 15 working days

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Private Hot Air Balloon Dubai
Float above Dubai’s wonders in your private balloon, just you and your special guests. Witness breathtaking sunrises, majestic landscapes, and iconic sights in complete intimacy. Choose a romantic getaway, celebrate a special occasion, or simply enjoy the ultimate luxury. Our expert pilots guarantee a smooth and unforgettable journey. Book your private escape today and create memories that soar.

Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Dubai
Witness a dazzling Dubai sunrise during a magical hot air balloon tour over desert sands. Float up as the amber glow crest over dunes, highlighting the beauty of this otherworldly landscape. Premier operators craft unforgettable sunrise flights for individuals and groups seeking a special start to their day. Glide gently in climate-controlled balloons for perfect views of shimmering sands awakening under the rising sun. With options for add-ons like catering, champagne, hotel transfers and professional photography, customize your balloon adventure. Don’t just see an Instagrammable desert sunrise, float peacefully within one for a uniquely serene experience. As the rest of Dubai stirs awake, you’ll drift silently over the dunes watching the once-in-a-lifetime spectacle unfold around you.
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About Our Hot Air Balloon Ride Dubai
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Cheapest Hot Air Balloon Rides Dubai
See Dubai’s epic landscapes without blowing your vacation budget on a hot air balloon tour. Premier operators offer competitive pricing for magical sunrise and sunset flights over brilliant dunes, lush palm islands and futuristic skylines. Float gently in climate-controlled balloons for jaw-dropping views at a fraction of the cost of similar tours abroad.
Packages include hotel pickup and drop-off, coffee and dates, commemorative flight certificates and professional photos to capture your soaring adventure. While prices fluctuate based on tour extras and group sizes, cheap deals on unforgettable balloon trips are available year-round. Don’t assume an iconic balloon ride is out of reach – glide peacefully over this dynamic destination for less than you’d expect. Adventure, romance, family fun or a simple escape from bustling Dubai awaits with ballooning bargains fit for every budget.
HAVE ANY QUESTION ?
Questions We Often Get
The duration of your air balloon ride depends on two factors:
1-What is the type of package that you select
2-What are the weather forecast conditions during the time you choose to ride
Usually, the derived duration ranges between 45 minutes to 1 hour, including your pick up from the hotel and transportation to the destination. Suppose you also choose other activities after the flight or refreshments. In that case, the ride can extend to 4 hours.
Although everyone can enjoy the ride, certain people have certain limitations. These include pregnant ladies, children who are less than five years old, anyone who has had surgery during the previous six months, anyone who is suffering from some chronic condition like back pain or neck pain, and anyone who has a bone fracture. These people cannot enjoy air balloon rides in Dubai.
The average price range is between 1000 to 12000 AED.
Hot air balloon ride costs change according to the package you select. There are different ranges of packages that are available according to your ability to expense. Prices are different for average, deluxe, or premium.
No, you cannot take a balloon ride in all the months of the year. It also depends on the weather conditions. You should enjoy a hot air balloon Dubai trip from May to September.
Wear comfortable clothes. Sun tanning in desert areas is very common, so it is suggested that you wear lightweight and breathable clothes covering your entire body. Carry comfortable footwear for you and your children.
Ariel Odyssey End: Book Your Sky Safari
Hot Air Balloon Dubai is an explicit journey with unparalleled experience and long-lasting memories. With vibrant colours, the Dubai sky gives you a unique, impeccable, and romantic escapade between the sun and sand. You can enjoy the parks of champagne celebrations, experienced photography, unparalleled memories of landscapes, serenity, and private and customized flight plans by soaring above the land.
We suggest you embrace this magic flight and make timeless memories. Book your flight today and live the adventure.