How Long Is the Wait for Soarin' Around the World?
At EPCOT, the line averages 35 minutes for Soarin' Around the World. The line is shortest around 8am, averaging 6 minutes, and longest around 11am at 47 minutes. That is drawn from the past 12 months of recorded waits, so you can pick a window without buying Lightning Lane.
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Key insight: The clearest pattern: Soarin' Around the World is shortest around 8am (averaging 6 minutes) and longest around 11am (47 minutes). Day of week matters too: Tue averages 33 minutes while Sun averages 37 minutes, a 4-minute difference. Across months, Oct tends to be the quietest, with an average closer to 21 minutes.
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What is the best time to ride Soarin' Around the World?
Soarin' Around the World at EPCOT is usually shortest around 8am (about 6 minutes) and longest around 11am (about 47 minutes). Riding in the first hour after opening or late in the evening gives the shortest waits.
What is the average wait for Soarin' Around the World?
Soarin' Around the World averages about 35 minutes at EPCOT, across every recorded wait while the ride was operating.
What day of the week has the shortest line for Soarin' Around the World?
Tuesday typically has the shortest line for Soarin' Around the World (around 33 minutes), while Sunday is the busiest (around 37 minutes).
Do I need Lightning Lane to ride Soarin' Around the World?
No. By riding Soarin' Around the World during its quietest hours and on a lower-crowd day, most guests can keep the wait short without paying for Lightning Lane.
