PLANNING YOUR FLIGHT
LOCATION Disney Springs West Side close to Starbucks and Disney Styles
HOURS The Aerophile is open daily from 9:30 a . m . to 11:30 p . m ., weather permitting . The balloon will not fly during a storm , or if winds exceed 22 mph . There is no guaranteed way to check if the balloon is operating without visiting the attraction . Given Central Florida ’ s fickle weather and hurricane season , there are many times when the attraction is closed .
COST Adults ( ages 10 +): $ 29.99 plus tax Children ( ages 3-9 ): $ 24.99 plus tax Kids 2 and under : Free with a paying adult
TICKETS You can purchase Aerophile tickets at the attraction on a first-come , first-serve basis ; each flight holds 29 guests . Disney Vacation Club members can save $ 10 on tickets for adults and children from 8:30 to 10 a . m . and 20 % off full ticket prices after 10 a . m . You can also find discounted tickets on Groupon .
AGES While the Aerophile is suitable for all ages , no strollers are permitted in the basket .
RIDE LENGTH The whole ride lasts 8 minutes , including ascent and descent .