Dumbo the Flying Elephant

Average Wait Times

About Dumbo the Flying Elephant

A gentle spinning ride where guests control how high their elephant flies. It is one of the most recognizable rides in Fantasyland.

Best Time to Ride Dumbo the Flying Elephant

Over the past 90 days, Dumbo the Flying Elephant has averaged about 10 minutes in the standby line. Waits are shortest first thing in the morning (8-10 AM), running around 8 minutes, and peak in the evening (7 PM onward) at roughly 13 minutes. Dumbo the Flying Elephant is also open during Early Entry, so resort guests can knock it out in the first 30 minutes with almost no wait. Otherwise, ride first thing in the morning (8-10 AM) or in the final hour before Magic Kingdom closes.

Lightning Lane Strategy for Dumbo the Flying Elephant

Dumbo the Flying Elephant is a Tier 2 Lightning Lane Multi Pass attraction at Magic Kingdom. Since demand is low, it is usually not worth using one of your earliest selections here. Focus first on harder-to-get rides, then use Dumbo the Flying Elephant later as a convenient filler pick if it fits your route through Fantasyland. Most groups are fine riding it standby, especially first thing in the morning when waits are usually shortest.

Good to Know

Dumbo the Flying Elephant is a gentle gentle ride in Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom. The experience takes place outdoors and has no height requirement, so the whole family can ride.

Dumbo the Flying Elephant FAQ