Hot Air Balloon

The Dubai Balloon at the Atlantis Tickets

Take off from Atlantis, The Palm, and ascend 300 meters on a tethered balloon flight operated by a professional pilot.

Enjoy 360° views of Palm Jumeirah, the Arabian Gulf, and Dubai’s skyline, including landmarks like the Burj Khalifa and Burj Al Arab, during a 10-minute flight.

Receive a quick safety briefing before your flight — an ideal experience for families, couples, and groups.

10-min balloon flight experience

Professional pilot

Safety briefing

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Gagan V
Couple
Verified booking
May 2026
Amazing Ride and Services. Please call and Check Weather before arriving as they dont operate during heavy winds. Staff is very cooperative and Polite
Murodjon K
Group
Verified booking
Dec 2025
I loved it, the view from up high is amazing, I recommend it.
Eduardo G
Solo
Verified booking
Nov 2025
I loved it. The balloon ride is a very special feeling. The view is unique. It was worth it. I totally recommend it.
Banan E
Couple
Verified booking
Sep 2025
Very nice view and kind staff. It’s safe for the children and doesn’t make them affeied.
Mohamed Z
Couple
Verified booking
Jul 2026

Rise 300 meters above Dubai and enjoy sweeping 360° views of Palm Jumeirah, the skyline, and iconic landmarks in this thrilling 10-minute balloon flight.

Getting started

Begin with a safety briefing from your professional pilot at The Dubai Balloon launch site. Board the gondola and prepare for an exhilarating ascent over the Atlantis area.

What to expect

The Dubai Balloon at Atlantis

Dubai’s premier hot air balloon experience, offering breathtaking aerial perspectives of Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab, Burj Khalifa, and the surrounding landmarks.

Features

Ascend 300 meters: Glide high above Dubai’s skyline and Palm Jumeirah for unmatched city views.

Iconic landmarks: Spot Atlantis The Royal, Burj Al Arab, Burj Khalifa, Ain Dubai, and more.

Family-friendly flight: A short 10-minute adventure suitable for most ages.

Photo opportunities: Move freely in the gondola to capture panoramic pictures.

Souvenir shop: Explore merchandise after landing including shirts, caps, and mugs.

What to bring

Comfortable, casual clothing is recommended. Bring a jacket as it might be cooler once the balloon reaches its maximum height, especially at night.

It is recommended to avoid wearing heels.

What's not allowed

Big bags will not be permitted onboard. However, backpacks and purses will be allowed.

Anyone under the influence of alcohol or any other drugs is strictly not allowed to fly.

Accessibility

The experience is accessible for wheelchairs and baby strollers. Please speak to a Ground Crew member for assistance loading and unloading the balloon gondola.

The wheelchair/stroller must have a braking/locking system to prevent unsecured movement in flight. This function will be checked and verified by the ground crew before boarding.

There are extra wheelchairs on-site which you can use for the duration of the flight.

This activity is not recommended for pregnant women over 3 months, individuals with heart problems, serious knee or back pain, those who've had major surgery in the last 6 months, or those with height phobia.

All passengers will need to sign the declaration at the venue that he/she doesn’t have any of the health problems mentioned above.

Additional information

Check the weather before your visit. While tickets are non-refundable, they are open-dated, so you can reschedule if the weather isn’t suitable for flying.

Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult aged 21 or older.

Flights last 10 minutes. Duration may vary due to loading, offloading, and queues. Allow for potential extended time during peak periods.

The Dubai Balloon at Atlantis official operational timings are 5:30am to 11:00am and 6:00pm to midnight till October.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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