Melbourne & Yarra Valley Hot Air Balloon Rides

Compare Melbourne & Yarra Valley Balloon Flights

Top Pickfrom $360

Melbourne Sunrise Balloon Flight Over the City

★★★★★4.6(127 reviews)·≈1 hr flight

A rare balloon flight over a major city, at sunrise
Views over Melbourne's skyline, parks and river
Sparkling wine on landing
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

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from $378

Yarra Valley Balloon Flight with Buffet Breakfast

★★★★★4.8(41 reviews)·≈1 hr flight

Sunrise over the vineyards of the Yarra Valley
Winery buffet breakfast after landing
Rolling wine country from the air
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

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from $390

Melbourne Premium Balloon Flight with 5-Star Breakfast

★★★★★4.6(15 reviews)·≈1 hr flight

Premium flight with a 5-star champagne breakfast
Sunrise over Melbourne or the Yarra Valley
A special-occasion option
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

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from $423

Melbourne 1-Hour Sunrise Balloon Flight

★★★★★4.6(25 reviews)·≈1 hr flight

A full one-hour sunrise flight
Views over the city or countryside
Sparkling wine on landing
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

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from $287

Geelong Sunrise Balloon Flight with Breakfast

★★★★★4.6(14 reviews)·≈1 hr flight

Sunrise over Geelong and the bayside countryside
The best-value flight in the region
Breakfast after landing
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

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from $367

Hot Air Balloon Flight over Melbourne City

★★★★★5(478 reviews)·≈1 hr flight

Take in stunning aerial views of some of Melbourne's most iconic attractions
Capture the ultimate Melbourne photograph with perfect dawn lighting
Enjoy an exclusive flight in one of the largest cities with regular balloon rides
Make it to your early departure on time with a convenient hotel pick-up option

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from $396

Melbourne Premium Balloon Flight with 5-Star Champagne Breakfast

★★★★★4.9(124 reviews)·≈1 hr flight

Capture magical photos of Melbourne in the early morning light
See sights like the cricket ground and Brighton Bathing Boxes from the air
Enjoy a constantly changing panorama as you drift with the wind
No need to order a breakfast box: Fill up with a lavish 5-star buffet

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How Much Does a Melbourne & Yarra Valley Hot Air Balloon Ride Cost?

Melbourne & Yarra Valley balloon flights start at about $287, across 7 bookable options from GetYourGuide and Viator.

Best Value

Shared flight

$287 – $423

A sunrise balloon flight over the countryside around Melbourne & Yarra Valley, sharing the basket, with a toast on landing.

Melbourne Sunrise Balloon Flight Over the City · $360
Yarra Valley Balloon Flight with Buffet Breakfast · $378
Melbourne Premium Balloon Flight with 5-Star Breakfast · $390
Melbourne 1-Hour Sunrise Balloon Flight · $423
Geelong Sunrise Balloon Flight with Breakfast · $287
Hot Air Balloon Flight over Melbourne City · $367
Melbourne Premium Balloon Flight with 5-Star Champagne Breakfast · $396

What affects the price?

Breakfast and extras

Most flights include a sparkling-wine toast and a winery or buffet breakfast. Premium options add a full 3-course meal or 5-star service.

Transfers

Some flights include hotel pickup or a shuttle from the nearest city; others meet at the launch field. Check before booking.

Weather

Ballooning is weather-dependent and mornings can be postponed for wind or rain. Free cancellation covers you.

Bottom line: For most travelers the shared Melbourne & Yarra Valley flight at about $287 is the pick. Compare all 7 options below.

Which Melbourne & Yarra Valley Balloon Ride Is Right for You?

Ride	Time aloft	Booked via	Best for	Rating	From
Melbourne Sunrise Balloon Flight…	~1 hr	GetYourGuide	Most reviews	4.6★	$360	Check →
Yarra Valley Balloon Flight with…	~1 hr	GetYourGuide	An alternative	4.8★	$378	Check →
Melbourne Premium Balloon Flight…	~1 hr	GetYourGuide	An alternative	4.6★	$390	Check →
Melbourne 1-Hour Sunrise Balloon…	~1 hr	GetYourGuide	An alternative	4.6★	$423	Check →
Geelong Sunrise Balloon Flight w…	~1 hr	GetYourGuide	Best value	4.6★	$287	Check →
Hot Air Balloon Flight over Melb…	~1 hr	Viator	An alternative	5.0★	$367	Check →
Melbourne Premium Balloon Flight…	~1 hr	Viator	An alternative	4.9★	$396	Check →

What to Expect on the Day

Pre-dawn meet or pickup

You meet at the launch field or are collected before sunrise, when the air is calmest.

Inflation and take-off

You watch the crew inflate the balloon and lift off gently as the sun comes up.

The flight

For about an hour you drift over the city skyline of Melbourne or the vineyards of the Yarra Valley, the parks, river and wine country below, the pilot rising and dipping with the wind.

Sparkling wine and breakfast

After a soft landing, most flights finish with a sparkling-wine toast and a winery or buffet breakfast.

What to Bring (and What to Leave at Home)

✓ Bring

Warm layers for the cool morning
Closed flat shoes for the field
A hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
Camera or phone with a wrist strap
Cash for a tip
Your booking voucher

✗ Leave behind

High heels or loose sandals
Loose scarves without straps
Selfie sticks and tripods (often not allowed in the basket)
Large bags, since basket space is tight
Drones (restricted near the launch sites)

How to Choose a Good Balloon Operator

What good operators do

Hold a CASA (Australia) or CAA (New Zealand) balloon operator licence
Postpone or cancel when the wind or visibility is marginal
State the basket size and meeting point clearly
Include a sparkling-wine toast and, usually, breakfast
Have consistent, verified reviews

Red flags to avoid

Overload a large basket or hide the passenger count
Pressure you to fly in borderline weather
Bury a costly transfer or breakfast add-on in the small print
Offer no free cancellation or weather refund
No clear licence or authorisation

Melbourne & Yarra Valley Hot Air Balloon Map

FAQ: Hot Air Balloon Rides in Melbourne & Yarra Valley

What is the price of a Melbourne & Yarra Valley hot air balloon ride?

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Melbourne & Yarra Valley balloon rides start at about $287 and run to about $423, for a sunrise flight that usually includes a sparkling-wine toast and a winery or buffet breakfast. All bookings include free cancellation.

What will I see on the flight?

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Melbourne is one of very few cities where balloons are allowed to fly over the centre, so you can drift over the skyline, parks and Yarra River at dawn. Other flights launch over the vineyards of the Yarra Valley. Which you get depends on the tour and the wind.

When is the best time to fly?

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Balloons here fly year-round at sunrise, when the air is calmest. Spring and autumn have the mildest mornings, while summer flies at first light before the heat. Every flight is weather-dependent, so book with free cancellation in case a morning is called off.

Is a hot air balloon ride in Melbourne & Yarra Valley safe?

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Yes. The balloons are flown by commercially licensed pilots and only launch in calm morning conditions. The pilot will postpone rather than risk marginal weather, and every ride here includes free cancellation.