
Hot Air Balloon Flights over Melbourne City (optional breakfast)
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Based on 485 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Hot Air Balloon Flights over Melbourne City (optional breakfast) worth booking?
Hot Air Balloon Flights over Melbourne City (optional breakfast) is a 4-hour experience in Melbourne, Australia, from $378 per person. It scores 79 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 485 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 79 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (485)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $378 per person
Ballooning over Melbourne, a once in a lifetime experience. Amazing views of Melbourne at Sunrise. Depending on the wind direction on the day, many of our flights take us right over the city centre or very close to it.
What you get
About this experience
Ballooning over Melbourne, a once in a lifetime experience. Amazing views of Melbourne at Sunrise. Depending on the wind direction on the day, many of our flights take us right over the city centre or very close to it. Spectacular sights of the CBD in the early morning makes this an experience you will never forget. Come and fly with us over the largest city in the World where regular balloon flights take place and experience this unique and peaceful adventure in the oldest form of aviation. Join loved ones, give the gift of a balloon flight or just treat yourself and tick this off your bucket list...
What's included
Included
- Return transfer to meeting point
- Hot air balloon flight over Melbourne (approx. 1 hour)
- In-flight commentary and guidance
Not included
- Ballooning is weather dependant so we cannot guarantee good visibility on every flight
- Breakfast (available at an additional cost)
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
- Photos/videos (available for purchase)
What you'll see and do
Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
Normally good views of the MCG
Pass by without stopping
Melbourne Museum
Good views of Museum and city in general on most flights
Pass by without stopping
Melbourne
You will experience the city as it wakes, basked in the early morning light. Float gently in this unique mode of transport in a peaceful adventure you will never forget.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Melbourne
We do complimentary one-way pick-ups from central CBD hotels but this MUST be arranged with us on time. Please call 1800 BALLOON (22-55-66) at least 24 hours before your flight to arrange your transfer. If in doubt, simply meet us at The Hotel Windsor on 111 Spring Street
Meeting point
Melbourne
You can street park easily on Lansdowne Street, opposite Treasury Place., a 5-minute walk away. The EASYPARK app allows you to manage your parking. Alternatively, FIRST PARKING, beside The Hotel Windsor, on 34-60 Little Collins Street. Early bird rate of $23 for the day, $7 on a Sunday.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
We do complimentary one-way pick-ups from central CBD hotels but this MUST be arranged with us on time. Please call 1800 BALLOON (22-55-66) at least 24 hours before your flight to arrange your transfer. If in doubt, simply meet us at The Hotel Windsor on 111 Spring Street
Ends at
You can street park easily on Lansdowne Street, opposite Treasury Place., a 5-minute walk away. The EASYPARK app allows you to manage your parking. Alternatively, FIRST PARKING, beside The Hotel Windsor, on 34-60 Little Collins Street. Early bird rate of $23 for the day, $7 on a Sunday.
Options you can book
Without Breakfast
With Breakfast
Breakfast included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Liberty Balloon Flights - Melbourne, Yarra Valley, Geelong and the Avon Valley (Perth)
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 485 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Traveler reviews
485 verified traveler reviews for Hot Air Balloon Flights over Melbourne City (optional breakfast). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The coolest experience of my life!
Hands down the coolest experience of my life! When you're down in the city, you have no idea how vast and grand it truly is. But once you're up in the sky, looking down on everything feels absolute magical—almost like a god’s-eye view. Truly an unforgettable feeling!
via Tripadvisor
Best experience ever
Was a beautiful fantastic experience loved every moment
Response from the operator: Thank you for your review :)
via Tripadvisor
Amazing winter ballon...
Amazing winter ballon ride to visualise Melbourne from a different perspective, our guide Pete was an amazing driver and experienced at what he does, highly recommend.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for sharing, we sincerely appreciate it
via Viator
birds-eye view of Melbourne
Excellent experience - awesome way to start the day
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for sharing, we sincerely appreciate it
via Tripadvisor
Classic Melbourne winter flight
Amazing ballon flight through a Melbourne winter, our guide Pete was experienced and friendly highly recommend 👍
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for sharing, we sincerely appreciate it
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $378 to $567
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 170
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 79
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Hot Air Balloon Flights over Melbourne City (optional breakfast): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Melbourne.
How much does Hot Air Balloon Flights over Melbourne City (optional breakfast) cost?
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Prices start at $378 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Melbourne usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Hot Air Balloon Flights over Melbourne City (optional breakfast) take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Melbourne is not rushed.
Is Hot Air Balloon Flights over Melbourne City (optional breakfast) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 79 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 485 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Melbourne, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Hot Air Balloon Flights over Melbourne City (optional breakfast)?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Hot Air Balloon Flights over Melbourne City (optional breakfast) suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Hot Air Balloon Flights over Melbourne City (optional breakfast)?
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Around 170 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Melbourne can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Melbourne and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Hot Air Balloon Flights over Melbourne City (optional breakfast) start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Melbourne within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Melbourne?
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On Outty we rank every Melbourne experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Melbourne: Yarra Valley Wine, Gin, Whisky and Chocolate Tour, Yarra Valley Wine Tour w Exclusive Gin, Cider & Chocolate Tasting, Yarra Valley Wine Tour from Melbourne - Choc, Gin & Good Times. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Melbourne?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Melbourne?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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