Teotihuacan Balloon Flight with Private Transport & Pyramids Tour in Mexico City, Mexico
Mexico City, Mexico

Teotihuacan Balloon Flight with Private Transport & Pyramids Tour

Outty Ranking 76 4.9 · 123 traveler reviews8 hoursFrom $246
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Outty Ranking

76/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.9/5

Based on 123 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Teotihuacan Balloon Flight with Private Transport & Pyramids Tour worth booking?

Teotihuacan Balloon Flight with Private Transport & Pyramids Tour is a 8-hour experience in Mexico City, Mexico, from $246 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 123 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
76 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (123)
Duration
8 hours
From
$246 per person

Fly over Teotihuacán in a hot air balloon for approximately 50 minutes and enjoy breathtaking views of the Pyramid of the Sun and the Pyramid of the Moon. (Sunrise visibility is subject to weather conditions). For your comfort and safety, your driver and guide will pick you up from the lobby of your accommodation in a private vehicle. Upon arrival, enjoy coffee and cookies while watching the balloon inflation process—a perfect moment for photos. After your flight, celebrate with a traditional toast and receive your flight certificate. Then enjoy breakfast at a local restaurant. Continue with a guided visit of approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes to the archaeological site of Teotihuacan, where you will discover its history and culture. The balloon flight is shared in small groups, while transport and the pyramids tour are completely private. Return to your accommodation at approximately 1:00 pm.

What you get

    About this experience

    Fly over Teotihuacán in a hot air balloon for approximately 50 minutes and enjoy breathtaking views of the Pyramid of the Sun and the Pyramid of the Moon. (Sunrise visibility is subject to weather conditions). For your comfort and safety, your driver and guide will pick you up from the lobby of your accommodation in a private vehicle. Upon arrival, enjoy coffee and cookies while watching the balloon inflation process—a perfect moment for photos. After your flight, celebrate with a traditional toast and receive your flight certificate. Then enjoy breakfast at a local restaurant. Continue with a guided visit of approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes to the archaeological site of Teotihuacan, where you will discover its history and culture. The balloon flight is shared in small groups, while transport and the pyramids tour are completely private. Return to your accommodation at approximately 1:00 pm.

    What's included

    Included

    • Private transportation
    • Coffee, tea, cookies, bread, Toast and Flight Certificate
    • Entrance and Guided Visit to the Teotihuacan Archaeological Zone
    • Spanish-English Guide Certified by SECTUR
    • 40 to 50 minutes of shared balloon flight (Subject to weather and landing conditions)
    • Breakfast at Local Restaurant

    Not included

    • Photos of the activity during the flight
    • Tips and additional expenses

    What you'll see and do

    1. Mexico City

      We will pick you up in the lobby of your accommodation from 5:00 AM to 5:30 AM.

      Pass by without stopping

    2. Mexico City

      After picking you up at your accommodation, we will transfer to the balloon port located in Teotihuacan. (The trip will last 45 minutes to 1 hour)

      60 minutes here

    3. San Francisco Mazapa

      Arrival at the balloon port and check-in

      15 minutes here

    4. San Francisco Mazapa

      Time to have coffee and bread, while you observe the inflation process of the hot air balloons.

      30 minutes here

    5. San Francisco Mazapa

      Hot air balloon assignment, time for photos and recommendations from the pilot and guide.

      15 minutes here

    6. San Francisco Mazapa

      Takeoff and Hot Air Balloon Ride (The takeoff time and duration of your hot air balloon ride is subject to weather conditions)

      60 minutes here

    7. San Francisco Mazapa

      Landing and safekeeping of the hot air balloon by the crew and return to the balloon port.

      30 minutes here

    8. San Francisco Mazapa

      Arrival at the balloon port, traditional toast, delivery of flight certificates and photo gallery.

      30 minutes here

    9. San Juan Teotihuacan

      Transfer to a local restaurant to have breakfast and recharge.

      90 minutes here

    10. Zona Arqueologica De Teotihuacan

      Guided tour through the archaeological zone of Teotihuacan with a duration of 1 hour 30 minutes.

      90 minutes here · Admission included

    11. Mexico City

      Time to go to the bathroom, buy souvenirs and return to your hotel in Mexico City.

      60 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.

    Options you can book

    • Balloon flight in Teotihuacan

      Shared Transport & Tour: Enjoy the same experience with shared transportation. Pickup included

    • Balloon flight with private transportation and guided tour to Teotihuacan

      Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en, fr, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 9 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Excellentravel

    Know before you go

    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 123 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    5 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    3 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Value for money

    3 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Organization

    2 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Food and drink

    2 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Small groups

    2 mentions

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Traveler reviews

    123 verified traveler reviews for Teotihuacan Balloon Flight with Private Transport & Pyramids Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Jim_S · October 2026

    Fantastic time with a great guide

    Howard was great! Knowledge guide and an all around good guy. He knew the answers to our questions and had interesting insights.

    via Viator

    gails291 · May 2026

    Teotihuacan Balloon flight with private transport and pyramid tour by Excellent travel

    Balloon viewing of pyramids was lovely, early entry to walk the pyramids was a good choice followed by meal afterwards. We booked for 6 and 2 got sick the night before and were unable to attend and we asked for a refund of only their balloon ride costs, pyramid entry tickets and meals and were totally stonewalled with no response after multiple requests. Would not book with this company as I felt it was greatly over priced for the experience-would arrange on your own.

    via Tripadvisor

    Jaime W · March 2026

    Wonderful day Trip Experience!

    Endless thanks to Justine and Ricardo for an AMAZING day trip from Mexico City to Teotihuacán. The hot air balloon ride was one of the most magical experiences my Mom and I have had so far in our travels. Then, to walk around the site and learn so much from Justine, incredible! We also really appreciated Ricardo ensuring we traveled all around safely. We highly recommend this experience!

    via Tripadvisor

    Eugenie_G · February 2026

    Enjoyable adventure!

    Professional; timing accurate; friendly staff. We enjoyed the entire morning. Views spectacular and trip was just as promised.

    via Viator

    GlobeTrotting612813 · January 2026

    Wonderful day tourvto Teotihuacan

    Howard our guide is very efficient and knowledgeable. And Ricardo our driver is good too. Highly reconnect this tour 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻😀 Truly, Teotihuacan is amazing!!!

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    8 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $246 to $6,500
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    43
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Excellentravel, who run 22 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 62.0.

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    Why this scores 76

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)91
    Review evidence (18% weight)66
    Booking momentum (14% weight)61
    Value for money (12% weight)52
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)69
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Teotihuacan Balloon Flight with Private Transport & Pyramids Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Mexico City.

    How much does Teotihuacan Balloon Flight with Private Transport & Pyramids Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $246 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Mexico City usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Teotihuacan Balloon Flight with Private Transport & Pyramids Tour take?

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    Plan for about 8 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 Mexico City is not rushed.

    Is Teotihuacan Balloon Flight with Private Transport & Pyramids Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 123 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Mexico City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Teotihuacan Balloon Flight with Private Transport & Pyramids Tour?

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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 Teotihuacan Balloon Flight with Private Transport & Pyramids Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Teotihuacan Balloon Flight with Private Transport & Pyramids Tour?

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    Around 43 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 Mexico City 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 Mexico City and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Teotihuacan Balloon Flight with Private Transport & Pyramids Tour 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 Mexico City 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 Mexico City?

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    On Outty we rank every Mexico City experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Teotihuacan 3 Pyramids Tour + Hotel Pick Up + Lunch at La Gruta, Teotihuacan pyramids morning or afternoon without tourist traps, Historic Center Essentials: Mexico City Downtown Walking Tour. 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 Mexico City?

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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 Mexico City?

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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.

    What is included in Teotihuacan Balloon Flight with Private Transport & Pyramids Tour?

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    Included: Private transportation; Coffee, tea, cookies, bread, Toast and Flight Certificate; Entrance and Guided Visit to the Teotihuacan Archaeological Zone; Spanish-English Guide Certified by SECTUR; and 40 to 50 minutes of shared balloon flight (Subject to weather and landing conditions). Not included: Photos of the activity during the flight; and Tips and additional expenses. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Teotihuacan Balloon Flight with Private Transport & Pyramids Tour include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 344 listed pickup locations in and around Mexico City. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Teotihuacan Balloon Flight with Private Transport & Pyramids Tour offered in?

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    It is offered in English, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Teotihuacan Balloon Flight with Private Transport & Pyramids Tour?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Teotihuacan Balloon Flight with Private Transport & Pyramids Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Teotihuacan Balloon Flight with Private Transport & Pyramids Tour if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Teotihuacan Balloon Flight with Private Transport & Pyramids Tour?

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    Across 123 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, value for money. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    What booking options are available for Teotihuacan Balloon Flight with Private Transport & Pyramids Tour?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including Balloon flight in Teotihuacan, Balloon flight with private transportation and guided tour to Teotihuacan. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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