Columbus Aeronauts
Hot air balloon rides in Columbus, Ohio. 2 options listed.
What stands out
- Limits each balloon to four passengers
- Optional custom music video of your flight for $150
- Balance is paid on flight day, before the balloon is inflated
- Gift certificates are valid for one calendar year
Options and prices
Shared Flight
- From
- $425 per person (2026 price for 1 passenger; totals of $875 for 2, $975 for 3, $1,225 for 4, $1,300 for 5; $50 non-refundable deposit)
- Length
- About 1 hour in the air
- Group size
- up to 4 passengers per balloon; larger groups use several balloons
- Minimum age
- 10+ and able to climb in and out of the basket unassisted
- Weight limit
- 275 lb per rider; 450 lb combined for a couple
- Included
- FAA commercial pilot
- Cancellation
- Cancel 48+ hours ahead to avoid charges; weather cancellations reschedule (good until taken); refundable option costs $25 extra per passenger.
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Private Flight
- From
- $1,125 per group (2026 price for 2 or 3 passengers; $1,225 for 4, $1,300 for 5; $50 non-refundable deposit)
- Length
- About 1 hour in the air
- Group size
- 2 to 5 passengers; 5 may need a second balloon depending on weight
- Minimum age
- 10+ and able to climb in and out of the basket unassisted
- Weight limit
- 275 lb per rider; 450 lb combined for a couple
- Included
- FAA commercial pilot
- Cancellation
- Cancel 48+ hours ahead to avoid charges; weather cancellations reschedule (good until taken); refundable option costs $25 extra per passenger.
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