Melbourne hot air balloon flights
A hot air balloon ride Melbourne-style is a brag-worthy affair.
Did you know it’s the only major city in the world you can travel over by balloon?
It was voted the World’s Most Liveable City for seven years straight for good reason. This stylish metropolis offers so much to see including the MCG, Port Phillip Bay or Eureka. Imagine starting the day feeling the warmth of flames gently inflating the balloon, the thrill of seeing the sun rise over legendary city landmarks, floating peacefully above the Yarra River, followed by a buffet breakfast at the 5 star Pullman East Melbourne hotel.
NOTE: If Melbourne is fully booked, try booking a Yarra Valley experience – for those who are not self-driving, you can book a Yarra Valley flight, breakfast & CBD transfers package.
Public Flights
Flight Only
A$605 per person
Enjoy approximately one hour of peaceful flight time. Drift over iconic views as Melbourne comes to life beneath you in this unforgettable bucket-list experience.
Flight & Breakfast
A$650 per adult
Float above Melbourne at sunrise for approximately one hour of serene flight time. After landing, continue the experience with a buffet breakfast, the perfect finish to your morning adventure.
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Why Choose Us
Most Experienced Pilots in Australia
Fly with confidence knowing you’re in the hands of Australia’s most experienced balloon pilots, delivering safe, smooth, and unforgettable flights.
Award-Winning, Trusted Operator
Recognised as a leading ballooning company in Australia, we’re trusted by thousands of guests each year to deliver exceptional experiences.
Highest Capacity & Greater Flexibility
With the largest capacity of any operator, we offer more availability and greater flexibility - making it easier to rebook your experience if plans or weather conditions change.
Australia’s Most Credentialled Team
Fly with confidence knowing you’re in the hands of Australia’s most credentialled ballooning team, with extensive training, qualifications, and experience across every flight.
Multilingual Hosts
Start your morning with ease - our team includes Mandarin and Japanese speakers to support international guests.
Climate-Conscious Flying
Every flight is 100% carbon offset through Greenfleet, so you can enjoy your experience knowing it’s more sustainable.
FAQs
Flight Information
Can you fly over the city of Melbourne in a hot air balloon?
Yes, depending on the wind direction, our Melbourne hot air balloon flights often offer the rare opportunity to float above Melbourne CBD at sunrise, with views also providing the city skyline and surrounding suburbs.
What landmarks can you see on a Melbourne hot air balloon flight?
Depending on the wind direction, flights may include views of the Melbourne CBD buildings, parks, sporting precincts, and the city skyline as Melbourne wakes beneath you.
How long does a Melbourne hot air balloon flight last?
Flights are approximately one hour in duration, with the full hot air balloon experience taking around 4–5 hours from check-in to completion.
Why do Melbourne balloon flights take place at sunrise?
Sunrise provides the calmest flying conditions for hot air ballooning while also delivering the most spectacular views across Melbourne.
Is breakfast included with Melbourne hot air balloon flights?
Selected Melbourne balloon flight packages include a buffet breakfast after landing.
Cancelled Flights & Booking Amendments
What do I do if my flight is cancelled?
If your flight is cancelled due to inclement weather, you'll receive an email with instructions on how to reschedule to an alternate date via a link.
Please note, our weekend flights are extremely popular and can book out up to 8 weeks in advance at some times of the year. Please be aware of this when rebooking and understand that we will do our best to get you on a flight! You may like to consider a weekday flight instead.
If you cannot reschedule, you may request a refund. Please note, discounted bookings & gift vouchers are strictly non-refundable. If your package purchased is refundable, a $25 admin fee is incurred.
What if I need to cancel my flight or change my flight date?
As long as you give us more than 7 day's notice to change or cancel a flight, the only fee involved is a $25 admin fee (if your package is 'refundable' and you require a refund).
- Within 7 days of the flight date, a $50 per person fee is applicable to cancel.
- Within 48 hours of your flight date, no changes or cancellations can be made to the booking.