But generally speaking, a typical hot air balloon cost anywhere between £80,000 and £250,000 from new.

The cost of a commercial hot air balloon is around $92,000 – $105,000. That cost could balloon to $130,000 to $155,000 depending on the type of fabric, design, basket complexity, and burner model. Most commercial hot air balloons carry 6-20 people.

Hot air balloon rides are expensive because of the massive costs incurred by operating a hot air balloon ride company. The cost of the hot air balloons themselves, fuel, maintenance, and transportation all contribute to these costs. You may be surprised to learn that hot air balloon rides could cost much, much more!

Before a flight, the pilot uses the passenger’s weight to decide how many people can go in each basket. Weight limitations will vary from one commercial ride company to another.

The wind that moves the hot air balloon isn’t scary in the slightest. As a matter of fact, you can’t even feel the wind, because you will be traveling with the wind. This means it will be just like standing in your kitchen, only with one heck of a view!

During the 12-yr period from 2000 through 2011, the NTSB reported 169 hot-air balloon crashes. Of these crashes, 78 (46%) occurred during hot-air balloon tours involving 519 occupants, of which 94 (18%) suffered minor injuries, 91 (18%) sustained serious injuries, and five (1%) died.

Casual attire is absolutely appropriate, even expected on a hot air balloon ride. So, aside from a few exceptions, just dress comfortably. The weather up high is about the same as it is at ground level, so dress as you normally would for a walk in your local park.

Comfy and Practical Shoes Sandals, high heels, and slip-on shoes are also not the greatest idea. Sneakers or even boots are the practical choice. Also plan on wearing good socks, preferably ones that will cover your ankles in case your balloon lands in a grassy field.

Hot Air Balloon Baskets Balloon baskets vary in size from holding two people up to 24 people. Our hot air balloons carry between 10 and 16 passengers and are approximately the size of large board room table. Balloons have set minimum and maximum loading capacities.