Hot air balloon rides in Cairo
A balloon flight over Cairo depends on calm, dry mornings. The most comfortable months are November to April, with highs around 73°F (23°C) and about 1 rainy days a month.
Photo: Faris El-Gwely, CC BY 4.0
Top hot air balloon rides in Cairo
Private Day from Cairo to Luxor by plane with hotel,balloon,west,east and lunchFrom $500View 
2 Days Luxor Tour from Cairo with hot air balloon by flightFrom $399View 
2-Day Private Tour in Luxor with Hot Air Balloon Experience from Cairo hotelsFrom $25View
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How to pick a good hot air balloon ride
- Flights leave around sunrise, when the air is calmest. Expect a pickup one to two hours before dawn.
- Balloon flights are often cancelled for wind or rain. Book early in your trip so there's time to rebook.
- Time in the air is usually about an hour; the whole outing, with transfers, takes three to four.
- Check basket size. Smaller baskets with 8 to 12 passengers feel very different from 20-person ones.
Cairo month by month
Averages for Cairo, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 66 (19) | 69 (21) | 75 (24) | 83 (28) | 90 (32) | 94 (35) | 95 (35) | 95 (35) | 92 (33) | 86 (30) | 77 (25) | 69 (21) |
| Low °F (°C) | 50 (10) | 52 (11) | 56 (13) | 61 (16) | 67 (19) | 72 (22) | 75 (24) | 76 (24) | 73 (23) | 68 (20) | 60 (16) | 53 (12) |
| Rainy days | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Sunset (15th) | 5:17 pm | 5:43 pm | 6:03 pm | 6:22 pm | 7:41 pm | 7:58 pm | 7:58 pm | 7:37 pm | 7:01 pm | 6:25 pm | 4:59 pm | 4:57 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for hot air balloon rides in Cairo?
November to April. Expect highs around 73°F (23°C) and about 1 rainy days a month. The least comfortable months are July and August.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Operators cancel when wind, rain or low cloud make flying unsafe, and usually offer another date or a refund. February is the rainiest month in Cairo, so leave spare days if you travel then.
Where can I book hot air balloon rides in Cairo?
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