4 Hot-Air Balloon Rides 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

Float above Phoenix at sunrise on a Sonoran Desert balloon ride with an FAA-licensed pilot, Champagne toast, gourmet breakfast, and hotel transport option.

“What an awesome serene experience. Everything was so well planned. We booked the hotel transfer as we were an hour away. They texted the day before and arranged hotel pick-up around 4:30am. Picked up others and set off for desert. We were able to take pictures while the balloon was being inflated. Then we took off in the sky. It was so peaceful. Our Captiain Don. E and crew chief Jim were so nice. When we landed there was breakfast waiting for us and a champagne 1st flight ceremony. The icing on the cake... Jim went and brought my husband and I a cake for our anniversary and we were…”

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2.Albuquerque Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunrise

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

Review of Albuquerque’s sunrise balloon ride, with Sandia Mountain views, a one-hour flight, pilot tips, pricing, weather rules, and practical advice.

“Educational, fun and relaxing! Made new fiends learned alot and got to see incredible views and learn about the area - 10/10 recommend!”

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3.Hot Air Balloon Rides in Napa Valley

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

Review of Napa Valley hot-air balloon rides, with sunrise vineyard views, pilot tips, coffee, pastries, sparkling wine, pricing, and practical advice.

“Great team work, everything was explained and safety was a priority. Just amazing. Soft landing and just fantastic views.”

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4.Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Black Hills

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

Review of the Black Hills sunrise balloon ride from Custer, with flight details, safety tips, pricing, weather rules, and booking advice.

“Took my Husband on his first balloon ride as part of our visit to Black Hills area. Damien and crew were amazing. A wonderful experience at a great very good price.”

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