What is the best time to ride Dumbo the Flying Elephant?

At Magic Kingdom, Dumbo the Flying Elephant typically has its shortest waits around 8 AM and its longest around 8 PM. Riding right at rope drop is your best bet.

How long is the wait for Dumbo the Flying Elephant?

The standby wait for Dumbo the Flying Elephant runs about 10 minutes on a typical day and climbs near 45 minutes at its busiest.

Does Dumbo the Flying Elephant break down a lot?

Dumbo the Flying Elephant is currently graded Spotty for reliability. Running about 93 percent of the day over the last 90 days, with most outages lasting about 64 minutes.

Is there a height requirement for Dumbo the Flying Elephant?

No. Dumbo the Flying Elephant has no height requirement, so the whole family can ride.

Does Dumbo the Flying Elephant have Lightning Lane?

Yes. Dumbo the Flying Elephant offers Lightning Lane, so you can pay to skip the standby line if you would rather not wait.

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Dumbo the Flying Elephant Wait Time & Best Time to Ride

At Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom, Dumbo the Flying Elephant is a ride worth planning around. This guide shows the current wait, typical wait, best time to ride, ride length, drop and intensity, Lightning Lane, and whether it is worth rope dropping.

Updated September 13, 2026. Live waits refresh throughout the day.

Right now 5 min

Typical wait 10 min

Peak seen 45 min

Quietest hour 8 AM

Quick facts

Land: Fantasyland
Height: Any height
Lightning Lane: Yes
Opened: 1971
Ride length: About 2 minutes
Thrill: Gentle

Best Time to Ride Dumbo the Flying Elephant

Typical standby wait by hour. The quietest hour is marked in gold (8 AM); the wait usually peaks around 8 PM.

5 8AM

6 9AM

7 10AM

9 11AM

10 12PM

10 1PM

8 2PM

7 3PM

9 4PM

10 5PM

12 6PM

15 7PM

22 8PM

13 9PM

6 10PM

5 11PM

Pro tip: ride Dumbo the Flying Elephant in the first hour after rope drop or in the last hour before Magic Kingdom closes. If you would rather not wait at all, Lightning Lane lets you skip the standby line.

Is Dumbo the Flying Elephant Reliable?

Spotty Running about 93 percent of the day over the last 90 days, with most outages lasting about 64 minutes.

Should You Rope Drop Dumbo the Flying Elephant?

The shortest waits for Dumbo the Flying Elephant are right at rope drop and in the final hour before Magic Kingdom closes, so arriving for park open is usually worth it. If the line is already long, ride later in the evening or use Lightning Lane.

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Dumbo the Flying Elephant FAQ

What is the best time to ride Dumbo the Flying Elephant?: At Magic Kingdom, Dumbo the Flying Elephant typically has its shortest waits around 8 AM and its longest around 8 PM. Riding right at rope drop is your best bet.
How long is the wait for Dumbo the Flying Elephant?: The standby wait for Dumbo the Flying Elephant runs about 10 minutes on a typical day and climbs near 45 minutes at its busiest.
Does Dumbo the Flying Elephant break down a lot?: Dumbo the Flying Elephant is currently graded Spotty for reliability. Running about 93 percent of the day over the last 90 days, with most outages lasting about 64 minutes.
Is there a height requirement for Dumbo the Flying Elephant?: No. Dumbo the Flying Elephant has no height requirement, so the whole family can ride.
Does Dumbo the Flying Elephant have Lightning Lane?: Yes. Dumbo the Flying Elephant offers Lightning Lane, so you can pay to skip the standby line if you would rather not wait.

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