Paris from the air
The best Paris hot air balloon rides
A balloon flight south of Paris, a light-plane flight and the Ballon de Paris in the city. Here is what you can really fly.
See our 2 picks
You can't fly a balloon over central Paris. Balloon rides take off in the countryside instead. This one, south of Paris, starts from €1,390 for a private group of up to 2.
In the city, the Ballon de Paris in Parc André Citroën is a tethered balloon that rises 150 m, from €20. GetYourGuide shows prices in your own currency.
Our 2 picks for a flight near Paris
Both are new, with few reviews so far, and both have free cancellation. They are sorted by how well they fit a balloon trip.
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from €1,390 per group up to 2 Our top pick 1 hour (3 to 4 h in all) 4.8 (6) reviews on GetYourGuide
Hot-air balloon flight south of Paris
Few reviews so far (6). A one-hour private balloon flight from Gironville-sur-Essonne, with a glass of French wine. The whole outing takes 3 to 4 hours, and the ticket is valid for 365 days.
Best for Couples
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from €180 per person 1 hour 5.0 (8) reviews on GetYourGuide
One-hour scenic flight
Few reviews so far (8). A one-hour flight in a light plane from Toussus-le-Noble airfield. You see the outskirts of Paris and the land around it. Up to 3 people fly.
Best for Small groups on a budget
Check availability: One-hour scenic flight on GetYourGuide
Flights compared
| Flight | From | Duration | Who it suits | Why we picked it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hot-air balloon flight south of Paris | €1,390 per group up to 2 | 1 hour (3 to 4 h in all) | Couples | A real balloon flight, private, with 4.8 from 6 reviews. |
| One-hour scenic flight | €180 per person | 1 hour | Small groups on a budget | A cheaper way up, with 5.0 from 8 reviews. |
Hot-air balloon flight south of Paris
€1,390 per group up to 21 hour (3 to 4 h in all) 4.8 (6)
Details
- Who it suits
- Couples
- Why we picked it
- A real balloon flight, private, with 4.8 from 6 reviews.
€180 per person1 hour 5.0 (8)
Details
- Who it suits
- Small groups on a budget
- Why we picked it
- A cheaper way up, with 5.0 from 8 reviews.
- Group size is stated for one flight only: One-hour scenic flight, max 3.
- Neither includes hotel pickup: you meet on site.
- Both offer free cancellation.
- Group options: Hot-air balloon flight south of Paris, private option.
- Prices and ratings as shown on GetYourGuide on 24 October 2026. Prices are "from" prices in euros and can change; the booking page shows the live price.
Hot-air balloon flights near Paris
Hot-air balloon flights near Paris take off in the countryside, not in the city. Our pick leaves from Gironville-sur-Essonne, south of Paris.
The price is per group, not per person. From €1,390 covers a private flight for up to 2 people. For two, that is about €695 each.
You get there on your own, because transport is not included. The flight lasts one hour, and the whole outing takes 3 to 4 hours. The ticket is valid for 365 days.
Who can fly
The listing says the flight does not suit children under 7, pregnant women or wheelchair users. People who had recent surgery cannot fly either.
Scenic flights over the Paris region
A scenic flight in a light plane is the cheaper way to see the region from above. It starts from €180 a person.
You take off from Toussus-le-Noble airfield, outside the city. The flight lasts one hour, with up to 3 passengers. You see the outskirts of Paris and the country around it.
The listing says it does not suit children under 5. People over 120 kg (264 lbs) or over 200 cm (6 ft 6 in) cannot fly.
The Ballon de Paris: a tethered ride in the city
The Ballon de Paris gives you a balloon ride in the city itself. It is tied to the ground by a cable and rises 150 m. It uses helium, not hot air.
It sits in Parc André Citroën, at 2 rue Cauchy in the 15th. A flight lasts about 10 minutes, with up to 30 people on board. On a clear day, you can see up to 50 km.
It flies daily from 9 am until early evening, from April to the end of December. You do not need to book.
Rain or wind can stop it without notice. Check the live status on its site on the day.
Back on the ground, a Paris walking tour shows the streets you saw from above.
- Age 12 and up
- €20
- Ages 3 to 11
- €15
- Under 3
- Free
Before you book a flight
Weather
Both picks have free cancellation, so you can cancel if the forecast turns. The Ballon de Paris stops in rain or wind.
Getting there
The balloon takes off in Gironville-sur-Essonne, the plane at Toussus-le-Noble. Transport is not included, so plan the trip.
Per group or per person
The balloon price is per group of up to 2. The scenic flight price is per person.
Age limits
The balloon is not for children under 7, the plane not for under 5. Pregnant women may not fly the Ballon de Paris.
Paris balloon rides: questions and answers
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