Travelling from Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) to Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ): what you need to know
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your BNK to PQQ flight.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Choose a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Ballina Byron Airport to Port Macquarie Airport. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a top stopover on the BNK to PQQ route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) to Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ)
Right now, R 2,968 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Ballina Byron Airport to Port Macquarie Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 7,262. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BNK to PQQ if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Ballina Byron Airport to Port Macquarie Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from BNK to PQQ.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Ballina Byron Airport to Port Macquarie Airport.
Handy information about Ballina Byron Airport (BNK)
Of the flights that depart from Ballina Byron Airport, 78.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Ballina Byron Airport from central Ballina, it'll take around 5 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 3 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 15 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Ballina Byron Airport to Port Macquarie Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to BNK:
Arriving at Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Ballina Byron Airport to Port Macquarie Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near PQQ instead:
Grab a Port Macquarie Airport rental car and discover Port Macquarie and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Budget and Hertz are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Port Macquarie Airport around four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ) to central Port Macquarie
Port Macquarie Airport to central Port Macquarie has a drive time of about 5 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Port Macquarie Airport (PQQ)
April is the busiest month for flights from Ballina Byron Airport to Port Macquarie Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Port Macquarie in April.
When reserving your flight from Ballina Byron Airport to Port Macquarie Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Port Macquarie, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BNK to PQQ in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of Australia
You've visited Port Macquarie, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Journey about 322 kilometres south-west to Sydney to check off its popular sights. From Sydney Opera House to Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Australia, head for Brisbane, roughly 451 kilometres north of Port Macquarie. South Bank Parklands, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge are key reasons to visit.
