Flying from Melbourne to Ballina Byron Airport (BNK): What you need to know
The first chapter of your trip begins at one of Melbourne's main airports, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) or Avalon Airport (AVV). Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) leaving from either of these bases.
2 hours is the average journey time for a direct Melbourne to Ballina Byron Airport flight.
Ballina's timezone is UTC+11, which is the same as Melbourne. Ballina Byron Airport is located in Ballina.
The most popular route is from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Ballina Byron Airport (BNK). There are 7 direct services each week. Jetstar operates a 1:25pm departure between MEL and BNK.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from Melbourne to BNK. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Direct flights from Melbourne to Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) can be booked from here.
You can travel on a direct flight from Melbourne to Ballina Byron Airport with Jetstar. This popular carrier offers services from MEL.
The airline most travellers choose when flying between MEL and BNK is Jetstar.
With 67.21% of its services landing as planned, Jetstar is the leading performer for punctuality on this route.
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Melbourne to Ballina Byron Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
You can arrive at AVV from central Melbourne in approximately 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes to travel the 56 kilometres or so.
Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to BNK flight is much easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you in easy range of the airport.
Avalon Airport is known for its commitment to punctuality. 80.09% of flights leaving here keep to their planned arrival schedule.
About Ballina Byron Airport (BNK)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BNK if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne to Ballina Byron Airport. Settle into one of these options and be under the covers in no time flat:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Ballina Byron Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Sixt or Hertz to explore Ballina and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Ballina Byron Airport flight.
Getting from Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) to central Ballina
The centre of Ballina is about 2 kilometres from Ballina Byron Airport. Travel times by car hire or cab will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Ballina Byron Airport (BNK)
R 1,154 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Ballina Byron Airport. A return flight starts at R 2,307. These prices can change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Melbourne to BNK, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Melbourne to Ballina Byron Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Ballina Byron Airport (BNK)
April is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Ballina Byron Airport (BNK), while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to go to Ballina based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Ballina is January, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Melbourne to BNK plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
July sees temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Ballina Byron Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Ballina
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Ballina right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Ballina Byron Airport:
Boulder Beach and Lighthouse Beach are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Ballina must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Ballina Head Lookout.
Explore more of Australia
Ballina will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of Australia you'll want to see. Around 161 kilometres north of Ballina, a visit to Brisbane will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Queensland Museum of Modern Art, Kangaroo Point Cliffs Park 4P and Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
Toowoomba is another essential stop in Australia and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Ballina. No journey is complete without a visit to Toowoomba Carnival Of Flowers, Japanese Garden and Highfields Falls.
