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Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Ballina from $102

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 29/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BNK
20 Nov — 27 Nov1
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 Monday and return on a Wednesday

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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 732,627 searches. Data last updated 15 November 2024.

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MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Mon 3/2

15:10-17:10

Nonstop2h 00m

Ballina Byron

Mon 10/2

17:45-20:00

Nonstop2h 15m

$232

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Mon 3/2

15:10-17:10

Nonstop2h 00m

Ballina Byron

Mon 10/2

12:45-16:35

1 stop3h 50m

$297

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Sun 15/12

08:30-12:05

1 stop3h 35m

Ballina Byron

Sat 21/12

12:45-19:35

1 stop6h 50m

$363

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Sat 21/12

18:45-17:55

2 stops23h 10m

Ballina Byron

Tue 24/12

11:45-15:00

2 stops27h 15m

$1,323

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Wed 29/1

15:10-17:10

Nonstop2h 00m

$102

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Sun 16/3

11:00-15:40

1 stop4h 40m

$156

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Deals found on 14/11

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 15 November 2024.

Round-trip from

$232

One-way from

$102

Popular in

September

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May
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 3/2-10/2
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Ballina
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 29/1
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Ballina
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High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 25% potential price drop
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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 15 November 2024.

Wed 4/1215:10MEL - BNK
Nonstop2h 00mJetstar
Wed 11/1217:45BNK - MEL
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 14/11$280
Tue 24/1220:30MEL - BNK
1 stop15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 25/1217:45BNK - MEL
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11$325
Sun 15/1208:30MEL - BNK
1 stop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Sat 21/1212:45BNK - MEL
1 stop6h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 14/11$363
Sat 21/1218:45MEL - BNK
2 stops23h 10mQantas Airways
Tue 24/1211:45BNK - MEL
2 stops27h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/11$1,323
Sun 17/1118:55MEL - BNK
2 stops16h 20mAir New Zealand
Sat 7/1211:45BNK - MEL
2 stops23h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/11$2,094

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Ballina

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Ballina from Melbourne with our price prediction graph.
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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 8 November 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 November is currently the most expensive (average of $140). 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 15 November 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 40% 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 10 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne Airport to Ballina flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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 15 November 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 15 November 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Melbourne to Ballina, such as Jetstar and Virgin Australia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
825 reviews
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Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Timeliness of flights. And the very good helpfulness of staff.

Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
825 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
825 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Timeliness of flights. And the very good helpfulness of staff.

Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
490 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
825 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Timeliness of flights. And the very good helpfulness of staff.

Jetstar
6.7
Okay
512 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.6
Good
825 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Timeliness of flights. And the very good helpfulness of staff.

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 ($232), Virgin Australia ($363), and Qantas Airways ($1,323) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Ballina. Users have found that Jetstar is 25% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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 (79%), Emirates (79%), Jetstar (79%).

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

    While on average a flight from Melbourne Airport to Ballina is generally $246, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $94. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Ballina Byron), you can expect to pay $255 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 November is currently the most expensive (average of $140). 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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Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Melbourne to Ballina. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 15 November 2024.
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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 732,627 searches. Data last updated 15 November 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$169Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$276Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$359Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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