Flight of the Hippogriff Wait Times
Over the last 28 days, Flight of the Hippogriff averaged 32.7 minutes, peaking at 75. That is the 7th longest queue of 13 tracked rides in the park — about level with the park average of 33.5 minutes. Wednesdays have been quietest at 28.8 minutes on average, Saturdays busiest at 39.2.
Ride facts
- Height requirement
- 39" (3'3")
- Intensity
- Moderate
- Type
- Roller coaster
- Ride length
- 1 min
- Best for ages
- 4+
- Rider Switch
- Available
- Accessibility
- Requires full mobility
- Gets you wet
- No
A perfect starter coaster for young wizards with gentle thrills and beautiful views of the Wizarding World.
Wait times by day of the week
Average standby wait from 28 days of ParkPortal's own recorded data.
Flight of the Hippogriff FAQs
How long is the wait for Flight of the Hippogriff?
Flight of the Hippogriff has averaged 32.7 minutes over the last 28 days, with the longest recorded wait reaching 75 minutes. Check the live figure at the top of this page for the queue right now.
What is the best day to ride Flight of the Hippogriff?
Wednesday has been the quietest day, averaging 28.8 minutes, while Saturday has been the busiest at 39.2 minutes. Riding first thing after Universal Studios Hollywood opens beats any weekday choice.
How tall do you have to be to ride Flight of the Hippogriff?
Riders must be at least 39 inches (3'3") tall. Rider Switch is available, so adults in a party with a child too small to ride can take turns without queueing twice.
How long is Flight of the Hippogriff?
The ride itself lasts about 1 minute. It is a roller coaster rated moderate for intensity.
Are waits for Flight of the Hippogriff getting longer?
Waits are up 34% over the past week, averaging 40.4 minutes compared with 30.1 minutes over the preceding weeks.
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