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Windy City BalloonPort
Fox River Grove,
Illinois
The
Windy City BalloonPort, our flagship balloonport, is located
in Fox River Grove, Illinois at the famous Norge
Ski Jump which was founded in 1905.
Windy
City BalloonPort is proud
to be a part of the history and legacy of the Cary-Fox River
Grove and the Northwest Chicago, Illinois area.
Windy
City has been the site of
hot air balloon operations for almost three decades. In
fact, Windy
City is among the oldest
and safest hot air ballooning locations in the United States. Particular to the
Windy City BalloonPort is that our hot air balloon flights
typically begin in the tranquil and picturesque bowl of
the Norge Ski Jump. This unique hot air balloon ascent site
attracts many of our neighbors who enjoy picnicking while
delighting in the activity, color and pageantry that surround
hot air balloon flight preparation and launch. Hot air ballooning
is an adventure for the whole family and
Windy
City enjoys sharing its
passion with passengers and spectators alike.
Unique to Chicago balloon flight operations,
our Windy City BalloonPort features a chalet style building
where we meet our passengers. Our nicely appointed location
includes facilities where you will meet your FAA Certified
pilot and present your flight tickets. After your flight,
you will be ground transported back to
Windy
City where you will participate
in our ceremonial champagne toast, enjoy light hors d’oeurvres
and continue to enjoy the camaraderie of your fellow passengers.
Creating positive memories on a number of levels!
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ORDER NOW
Schedule
Customer Service or Reserve by Phone
877 WE DO FLY
(877)
933-6359
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Find Us
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FYI
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Driving Directions
100 Ski Hill Rd
Fox
River Grove, IL
60021-1320
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There
are 2 levels of tickets:
• The Restricted ticket allows passengers to fly Monday
through Thursday for Sunrise and Sunset, weather
permitting.
• The Unrestricted ticket allows passengers to fly 7 days
a week, for the Sunrise or Sunset flight, weather
permitting.
Special Holiday Prices
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RESTRICTED TICKETS
1 passenger = $175
2 passengers=$350
3 passengers=$525
4 passengers=$700
5 passengers=$875
6 passengers= Call for special pricing
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UNRESTRICTED TICKETS
1 passenger = $225
2 passengers=$450
3 passengers=$675
4 passengers=$900
5 passengers=$1125
6 passengers= Call for special pricing
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The
Village of Cary
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Day of Flight
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Day of Flight in the Midwest
(50% of flights in the Midwest are rescheduled due
to weather.)
Weather is our #2 consideration; your Safety is #1.
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Sunrise – New Policy as of
18/10/2006
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You need to call the appropriate phone number listed
below at or after 7:30 pm on the day before your
scheduled flight. There will be a pre-recorded message
informing you if your flight is canceled or not.
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IL locations, call: (847) 639-2585.
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Sunset
– Call the pre-recorded message after 2pm the day of your flight.
- Call to verify if you will be flying. You will receive
a pre-recorded message indicating the nature of the
weather and your flight status.
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IL locations, call: (847) 639-2585.
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Please
remember, the weather may change by the time you arrive
at the balloonport.
- You must bring your flight tickets.
- Your ticket will be voided if you do not show up
for your flight.
- Wear casual clothes, as if you were going for a
hike; no open-toed shoes.
- Ballooning is an adventure! In the event your flight
is cancelled due to weather, please call our toll
free phone number, 877-933-6359, to reschedule your
flight.
- Our scheduling department appreciates your patience
as they work to make your dream of ballooning come
true.
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