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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Melbourne to Ballina, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Flights from Melbourne to Ballina - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Melbourne to Ballina to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ballina?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Melbourne Airport to Ballina, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Melbourne Airport to Ballina is August, where tickets cost £132 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and September, where the average cost of tickets is £243 and £202 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Ballina?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Melbourne Airport to Ballina, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Melbourne Airport to Ballina, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 78 days before departure.

How many flights are there between Melbourne Airport and Ballina per day?

Each day, there are 2 direct flights that take off from Melbourne Airport and land in Ballina, with an average flight time of 2h 00m. The most common departure time is 13:00 and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 10 flights and there are the same amount of flights each day 2.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Melbourne Airport and Ballina?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

What’s the earliest departure time from Melbourne to Ballina?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Melbourne Airport at 13:25 and will be landing in Ballina at 15:25.

What’s the latest departure time from Melbourne to Ballina?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Melbourne Airport to Ballina jets off at 13:25 and lands at 15:25.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Melbourne to Ballina

Low season

August

High season

November
Best time to beat the crowds (24% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (11% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Melbourne to Ballina

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Melbourne to Ballina based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Melbourne to Ballina flights

  • What onsite hotels are there at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport?

    There are many onsite hotels at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, such as PARKROYAL Melbourne Airport and Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport, an IHG Hotel and ibis budget Melbourne Airport. So if you have an early departure or your flight from Melbourne is delayed, you do not need to worry about travelling into the city inconveniently or late at night.

  • What flights are available from Melbourne Airport to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport?

    If you fly via Jetstar Airlines, you can enjoy direct flights from Melbourne to Ballina. However, most flights allow one layover. You may stop in Sydney before completing your journey. Note that the layover may last from around 45min to over 3 hours.  

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Melbourne to Ballina?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Melbourne to Ballina flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Melbourne to Ballina?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Melbourne and Ballina.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Melbourne to Ballina?

    You can catch a direct flight from Melbourne to Ballina on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Melbourne to Ballina?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Melbourne to Ballina.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Melbourne to Ballina?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Ballina from Melbourne is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Melbourne to Ballina?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Ballina with an airline and back to Melbourne with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Melbourne to Ballina?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Ballina from Melbourne up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Melbourne to Ballina

  • Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK), a regional airport in Ballina, serves Ballina and the neighbouring Byron Bay, which is about a 20min drive north. Ballina Shire Council owns and operates the terminal. The regional airport has direct flights weekly to Sydney, Melbourne and Dubbo. Additionally, travellers can catch flights to Newcastle and Canberra from here. Thus, Ballina Airport provides a convenient, fast and easy way to and from the eye-catching Northern Rivers region.
  • If you are travelling to Ballina, New South Wales, on business, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is a well-travelled route for business travellers. Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is usually recommended for this route, as it is located centrally in Ballina. It is well organised and efficient, with access to the Ballina city centre via taxis and buses by the Blanch’s Bus Company.
  • Before boarding your flight at Melbourne Airport, you can put your feet up at the several lounges in the airport. Most of the lounges, where can enjoy your favourite cuisine, are in Terminal 2. They include the exotic House Lounge and Premium Plaza Lounge. Also, Qantas Club and Air New Zealand Lounge are in Terminal 2, and you can find REX Lounge in Terminal 4. While the lounges allow passengers to pre-book, paying at the entrance is also possible.

Prefer to fly direct from Melbourne to Ballina?

Find which airlines fly direct from Melbourne to Ballina Byron, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Melbourne to Ballina Byron

Monday

Emirates, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Emirates, Jetstar, +1 more

Tuesday

Emirates, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Emirates, Jetstar, +1 more

Thursday

Emirates, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Emirates, Jetstar, +1 more

Saturday

Emirates, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Emirates, Jetstar, +1 more

Sunday

Emirates, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Emirates, Jetstar, +1 more

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Direct returns

Ballina Byron to Melbourne

Monday

Emirates, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Emirates, Jetstar, +1 more

Tuesday

Emirates, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Emirates, Jetstar, +1 more

Thursday

Emirates, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Emirates, Jetstar, +1 more

Saturday

Emirates, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Emirates, Jetstar, +1 more

Sunday

Emirates, Jetstar, Qantas Airways

Emirates, Jetstar, +1 more

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Melbourne - Ballina Flights

Departure:

Melbourne (MEL)Australia

Destination:

Ballina (BNK)Australia

Cabin classes:

£202

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