Compass Balloons Hot air balloon pilots 

Our FAA certified commercial pilots will provide you with the experience of a lifetime. They have all logged thousands of flights and have decades of flight experience. Our pilots have put many years into perfecting their craft, and take great pride in providing you with a safe and unforgettable journey. They have flown all over the world from Mexico to the Swiss Alps while maintaining a perfect safety record.Prior to each flight, multiple weather checks are preformed to ensure safe and enjoyable conditions. 

A Hot Air Balloon Flight Over San Diego

During the hot air balloon flight, our pilots safely navigate the skies while sharing fun facts about the local landmarks. They are happy to answer all questions you may have, and share in your excitement as you take in the unparalleled views. When preparing to land, our pilots will talk you through all safety procedures to ensure a gentle transition back to mother earth. Their goal is to be your friendly, knowledgable guide on your balloon adventure from start to finish.

Compass Balloon's hot air balloon Staff

A Hot Air Balloon Flight You Will Never Forget!

While you enjoy your beautiful ride in the sky in San Diego or Temecula, our ground crew will be heading to the landing location that the pilot has provided. They will prepare for landing by conducting a series of wind tests and relaying the information back to the pilot. After the pilot successfully navigates to the intended landing location, the ground crew assists in the touchdown and will help passengers out of the basket. Finally, while the ground crew starts the pack up process, a champagne toast is made to celebrate your incredible experience. You will then hop in the van, head back to the meeting site and relish in your exceptional memories of the day! 

Book A Hot Air Balloon Journey With A 5-Star Team

We strive in providing an exceptional experience for this once in a lifetime memory you will experience. Read some reviews below and see why we're known as the best hot air balloon company in San Diego. We look forward to flying with you!

Soaring to New Heights in San Diego Hot Air Balloons

Fine Magazine

As spring quickly approaches and the weather becomes ever–more scenic, the list of potential outdoor activities only grows more exhilarating. Ranking in at the more thrilling side of possible spring adventures, hot air balloon rides have become a popular must for many, especially locally, where San Diego’s breath–taking scenic views are abundant.

California Bucket List

Chicago Tribune

Here’s your chance to climb into a wicker basket and rise 3,000 feet above Fairbanks Ranch, to stand just below a fire-belching burner (which makes your balloon rise), to see sunset from high up, and maybe even to throw shade onto one of Bill Gates’s houses.

12 of the World’s Most Beautiful Locations for Hot Air Ballooning

Venue Report

Swiss Alps, the Serengeti, wine country, alpine lakes, deserts. All of these destinations and more are fair game for hot air balloon adventuring. From cruising over ancient city landmarks in Myanmar to spotting wildlife in the Serengeti, the sky’s the limit with these airborne adventures. Here are 12 of the most breathtaking locations around the world you can float away to.