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Pirates of the Caribbean

Pirates of the Caribbean (Disneyland Park): the usually calmest windows, based on 90 days of data.

By Benjamin Polge3 min read
9 AM
Best hour
2 PM
Peak hour
18min
Average wait
75.3%
Uptime rate

TL;DR

For Pirates of the Caribbean, the usually calmest window is 9 AM – 10 AM, with around 6 min wait. Avoid 2 PM – 3 PM if you can, when the line climbs to about 29 min, roughly 23 min more.

Fact sheet

Attraction type
Boat ride
Ride duration
10 min 30 s
Minimum height
No height restriction
Opened
1992
Single rider line
No

Facts from public sources: official Disneyland Paris website, Wikipedia.

Extra Magic Time

The 9 AM slot may be before public opening. Extra Magic Time is available to guests of Disney Hotels, Villages Nature Paris and Disneyland Pass Gold holders, subject to the current terms. Hours, duration, participating parks and available attractions may vary: check the official hours for your visit date and your eligibility before planning Pirates of the Caribbean.

Frequently asked questions

Observation data: 90-day window

01

When is the best time to ride Pirates of the Caribbean?

Over the observed 90 days, 9 AM has the lowest average wait for Pirates of the Caribbean, around 6 min. Check opening hours and the current wait before choosing this time.

02

When does Pirates of the Caribbean hit its peak?

In the last 90 days of observations, the average peak for Pirates of the Caribbean is around 2 PM, with a 29 min wait. Conditions may differ on your visit date.

03

Is there a day to avoid for Pirates of the Caribbean?

Over the observed 90 days, Pirates of the Caribbean averages 13 min on Friday, compared with 20 min on Thursday. This historical comparison does not guarantee the same difference on another date.

04

What makes the wait at Pirates of the Caribbean swing so much?

Recorded waits for Pirates of the Caribbean vary, but these observations do not establish the causes or their relative importance. Check current waits and official information when planning your visit.

05

Can you count on Pirates of the Caribbean to be running?

Over the observed 90 days, Pirates of the Caribbean is reported as operating in 75.3 % of recorded observations. This rate measures neither the frequency nor duration of breakdowns and does not guarantee opening during your visit. Check the official app before heading over.

06

What is the minimum height for Pirates of the Caribbean?

Pirates of the Caribbean has no minimum height requirement: everyone can ride.

07

How long does Pirates of the Caribbean last?

A ride on Pirates of the Caribbean lasts about 10 min 30 s.

Hour by hour

90 days

Pirates of the Caribbean

8 AM – 11 PM
HourWaitLevel
8 AM
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9 AM
6min
Calm
10 AM
12min
Medium
11 AM
20min
Busy
12 PM
27min
Packed
1 PM
29min
Packed
2 PM
29min
Packed
3 PM
26min
Packed
4 PM
22min
Busy
5 PM
17min
Medium
6 PM
14min
Medium
7 PM
9min
Calm
8 PM
8min
Calm
9 PM
8min
Calm
10 PM
6min
Calm
11 PM
6min
Calm

Levels relative to the day's peak. Data from a 90-day window.

That's the essential playbook for Pirates of the Caribbean. The rest comes down to the weather and your mood in line, two things even the best data can't fix.