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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Ballina from $161

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BNK
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Ballina Byron are usually found in May or June, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Ballina

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (MEL) to Ballina (BNK). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$211

One-way from

$161

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$364
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 6/2-13/2
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Ballina
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 9/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Ballina
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High demand for flights, 5% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Ballina
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Ballina. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 December 2024.

Mon 23/1215:10MEL - BNK
Nonstop2h 00mJetstar
Tue 7/117:45BNK - MEL
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 17/12$462
Sat 21/1215:10MEL - BNK
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/1212:45BNK - MEL
1 stop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12$514
Wed 25/1207:00MEL - BNK
1 stop4h 15mQantas Airways
Wed 1/111:45BNK - MEL
1 stop4h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/12$1,079
Mon 23/1218:55MEL - BNK
2 stops16h 20mAir New Zealand
Tue 7/111:45BNK - MEL
2 stops20h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/12$2,961

Find flights from Melbourne to Ballina within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Ballina that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

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MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Thu 6/2

15:10-17:10

Nonstop2h 00m

Ballina Byron

Thu 13/2

17:45-20:00

Nonstop2h 15m

$211

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Fri 31/1

08:30-12:05

1 stop3h 35m

Ballina Byron

Fri 7/2

17:45-20:00

Nonstop2h 15m

$266

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Sun 26/1

12:00-15:40

1 stop3h 40m

Ballina Byron

Fri 31/1

12:45-17:35

1 stop4h 50m

$324

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Fri 10/1

10:30-17:55

1 stop7h 25m

Ballina Byron

Tue 14/1

11:45-19:35

1 stop7h 50m

$565

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Thu 6/2

18:25-17:55

2 stops23h 30m

Ballina Byron

Thu 13/2

11:45-07:55

2 stops20h 10m

$1,597

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Sun 9/3

15:10-17:10

Nonstop2h 00m

$161

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Sun 9/3

07:00-12:05

1 stop5h 05m

$260

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Wed 25/12

11:15-15:55

1 stop4h 40m

$378

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Sun 9/3

10:25-17:55

2 stops7h 30m

$844

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Ballina

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Melbourne to Ballina including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Ballina. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Ballina, you should look to book at least 90 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Ballina?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Ballina (average of $88). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Ballina in September is currently the most expensive (average of $134). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MEL to BNK?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Ballina. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

When flying from Melbourne Airport to Ballina, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 35% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Melbourne to Ballina. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Ballina flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Melbourne Airport to Ballina

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Ballina. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

The most flights from MEL to BNK are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Ballina

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Ballina. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Ballina. Reviews last updated 18 December 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Ballina, such as Jetstar, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
460 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
808 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
485 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
496 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Ballina. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Ballina from Melbourne?

    Located just 3.1 km from the city centre, Ballina Byron is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Ballina from Melbourne. Booking flights from Melbourne to Ballina Byron (BNK) should be relatively easy as there are 3 daily inbound flights from Melbourne from 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Ballina round-trip?

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($211), Virgin Australia ($324), and Qantas Airways ($565) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Ballina. Users have found that Jetstar is 34% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne Airport to Ballina one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $161. Users have also found prices from $260 and $844 on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne Airport to Ballina?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Melbourne Airport to Ballina on time: Qantas Airways (60%), Emirates (60%), Jetstar (60%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne Airport to Ballina?

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Ballina is generally $291, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $143. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Ballina Byron), you can expect to pay $203 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Melbourne to Ballina that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Ballina flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Ballina?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Ballina.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Melbourne to Ballina?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Ballina by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Ballina?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Ballina (average of $88). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Ballina in September is currently the most expensive (average of $134). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Fly from Melbourne to Ballina on these airlines

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Top 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Ballina

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Ballina. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$171Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$283Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$371Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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