Before you fly

Get Ready for your Ohio Hot Air Balloon Ride!

On the day of your flight (or the evening prior for morning flight) our staff will reach out to you to let you know exactly where to meet us, what time and answer any last minute questions you have. Our flights meet 45 minutes prior to sunrise or 2 1/2 hours prior to sunset. You can also contact our office with any questions at (513) 970-4711

What to expect

Premier Hot Air Balloon Flights

Experience the beauty of Southwest Ohio from a perspective like no other with our private hot air balloon flights over the Cincinnati and Dayton region. Whether you choose a peaceful sunrise ascent or a breathtaking sunset drift, every flight offers a once-in-a-lifetime adventure you’ll never forget. Morning flights lift off just after sunrise, when the air is calm and the landscape is bathed in soft golden light. It’s a serene and refreshing way to start your day, with sweeping views of rolling countryside, rivers, and quiet towns coming to life below you. In the evening, the experience transforms as you float gently through the sky while the sun sets on the horizon. Warm colors fill the sky, creating a romantic and unforgettable atmosphere—perfect for special occasions or simply ending the day in the most spectacular way possible. Each flight lasts approximately one hour, giving you plenty of time to relax, take in the views, and enjoy the peaceful silence that makes hot air ballooning so unique. After landing, we celebrate your journey with a traditional champagne toast—a timeless way to mark an incredible experience. All of our flights are completely private, meaning you’ll never share your basket with strangers. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, anniversary, proposal, or just checking off a bucket list item, your experience is designed to be personal, intimate, and truly unforgettable.

Upward view inside a hot air balloon with red, black, and rainbow-colored geometric patterns.
Vibrant hot air balloons glowing at night in a field with a crowd watching.
Aerial view of a bridge spanning a lake surrounded by dense, colorful autumn forests.
Thick white fog blankets rural fields and forests from a high aerial perspective.

Book your Cincinnati hot air balloon ride today

You're prepared. Now schedule your adventure with Cool Views Hot Air Balloon Co and experience the Dayton and Cincinnati landscape from above.