The Best Time to Ride Soarin' Across America at EPCOT

Ride Soarin' Across America at 9 AM, when the average wait is about 13 min. That is the clearest window in the day, based on 1,106 real readings taken between June 9 and June 23, 2026. The worst stretch runs from 11 AM through 3 PM, where averages sit at about 41 min, more than three times the 9 AM figure. If you miss rope drop, the line does ease back toward about 26 min by 8 PM.

The midday plateau is stubborn. Waits barely budge between 11 AM and 5 PM, hovering between about 38 min and about 41 min for hours at a stretch. Plan accordingly.

Tips

• Rope drop is your strongest move. EPCOT's World Showcase area opens with the park, and Soarin' fills fast. Being among the first through the door can get you on with about a 13 min wait instead of the 35 min typical wait you will face most of the day.
• Soarin' participates in Lightning Lane Multi Pass. If you cannot make rope drop, booking a Multi Pass return window is a practical way to avoid the long midday line without rearranging your whole morning.

FAQ

What is the best time to ride Soarin' Across America? 9 AM is the best hour in the data, with an average wait of about 13 min. If evenings work better for your group, 8 PM averages about 26 min, well below the 35 min typical wait.

How long is the wait? It depends on when you arrive. Waits average about 13 min at 9 AM, climb to about 41 min by 11 AM, and stay near that level through 5 PM before gradually dropping. The typical wait across all hours is 35 min.

Is there a height requirement? Yes. Riders must be at least 40 inches tall. The ride itself is a simulator experience that lasts 5 minutes.