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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Byron Bay from $97

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 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BNE
5 Mar — 12 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Byron Bay are usually found in February or May, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Byron Bay

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Melbourne to Byron Bay flight deals. Data was last updated 28 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$201

One-way from

$97

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$239
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 30/3-2/4
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Byron Bay
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 13/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Byron Bay
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Byron Bay
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Byron Bay. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 February 2025.

Sun 30/313:25MEL - BNK
Nonstop2h 00mJetstar
Wed 2/416:05BNK - MEL
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 27/2$201
Fri 16/506:00AVV - BNK
1 stop10h 05mJetstar
Mon 19/508:55BNK - AVV
1 stop24h 50mJetstar
Deal found 27/2$236
Fri 23/513:25MEL - BNK
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 26/512:45BNK - MEL
1 stop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/2$241
Thu 5/608:30MEL - BNK
1 stop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Thu 12/612:45BNK - MEL
1 stop3h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/2$292
Thu 3/706:00AVV - BNK
1 stop6h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/712:45BNK - AVV
1 stop7h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/2$296
Mon 7/407:30MEL - BNK
1 stop3h 40mQantas Airways
Fri 11/409:50BNK - MEL
1 stop6h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 28/2$610

Find flights from Melbourne to Byron Bay within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Byron Bay 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 28 February 2025.

Fly from

Melbourne

Fly to

Byron Bay

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Sun 30/3

13:25-15:25

Nonstop2h 00m

Ballina Byron

Wed 2/4

16:05-18:20

Nonstop2h 15m

$201

MelbourneBallina

AVV - BNK

AVVBNK

Melbourne Avalon

Fri 16/5

06:00-16:05

1 stop10h 05m

Ballina Byron

Mon 19/5

08:55-09:45

1 stop24h 50m

$236

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Fri 23/5

13:25-15:25

Nonstop2h 00m

Ballina Byron

Mon 26/5

12:45-16:35

1 stop3h 50m

$241

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Thu 5/6

08:30-12:05

1 stop3h 35m

Ballina Byron

Thu 12/6

12:45-16:35

1 stop3h 50m

$292

MelbourneBallina

AVV - BNK

AVVBNK

Melbourne Avalon

Thu 3/7

06:00-12:05

1 stop6h 05m

Ballina Byron

Tue 8/7

12:45-20:15

1 stop7h 30m

$296

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Mon 7/4

07:30-11:10

1 stop3h 40m

Ballina Byron

Fri 11/4

09:50-16:05

1 stop6h 15m

$610

MelbourneBallina

AVV - BNK

AVVBNK

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 13/5

20:50-12:05

1 stop15h 15m

$97

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Sun 30/3

13:25-15:25

Nonstop2h 00m

$97

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Fri 18/4

13:30-12:05

1 stop22h 35m

$201

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Wed 19/3

21:20-11:40

2 stops14h 20m

$269

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Byron Bay

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Byron Bay

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne to Byron Bay?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Byron Bay. Price data was last updated on 25 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Byron Bay, you should look to book at least 79 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 to Byron Bay?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Byron Bay (average of $160). Flying from Melbourne to Byron Bay in September is currently the most expensive (average of $208). 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 BY9?

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Byron Bay. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 February 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne to Byron Bay as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Melbourne to Byron Bay?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Melbourne to Byron Bay 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 to Byron Bay

Explore weekly flight availability from Melbourne to Byron Bay. 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 28 February 2025.

The most flights from ME1 to BY9 are scheduled on a Thursday (142 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (65 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Byron Bay

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Byron Bay. 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 Byron Bay. Reviews last updated 28 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways from Melbourne to Byron Bay by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
458 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
458 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
458 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
410 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
458 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
814 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
458 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
440 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
458 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SFO - CHC

Wifi was $20 for the whole flight--way too expensive! On a similar flight operated by Air New Zealand, wifi was free, and it should be included in the ticket price.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports serve Melbourne to Byron Bay flights?

    Avalon Airport and Melbourne Tullamarine are the choices available when going to Byron Bay from Melbourne. Tullamarine Airport is also known as Melbourne Airport and is the main airport serving the city. This airport has four terminals which include a budget domestic terminal, two domestic terminals, and an international terminal. During 2016 nearly 35 million passengers used the airport, making it the second busiest airport in the country. This airport has two intersecting runways with expansions planned.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Melbourne to Byron Bay?

    Travelers looking to go from Melbourne to Byron Bay have direct, nonstop options available. Qantas and Jetstar are the two main airlines who run this flight. This flight is available numerous times each day. Flights on the direct route may range in price, but all of the flights run around the same time at 2h to 2h 15m. In addition to direct flights, there are also stopover flights available. In many cases, these flights are less expensive although the flight may last longer.

  • What are the stopover options between Melbourne to Byron Bay?

    The planes leaving Melbourne for Byron Bay most often stop in Sydney. Surprisingly, many of the stopovers that only pause in Sydney cost more than direct flights. There are also stopover flights that come down in two places, whether that is Launceston (LST) and Sydney (SYD) or Wagga Wagga (WGA) and Sydney. Flights with two stops may last anywhere from 6h 25m-44h 30m. The longer flights are available from airlines like Jetstar and Regional Express. The length of the trip is largely based on which stopovers are in the middle of the flight.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Melbourne to Byron Bay?

    Going from Melbourne to Byron Bay does not require the use of a visa or a passport. However, make sure you bring a picture identification with you to the airport.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Melbourne to Byron Bay one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $97 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Virgin Australia from $201 and Qantas Airways from $371 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Melbourne to Byron Bay?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne to Byron Bay are Air Canada (90%), LATAM Airlines (90%) and Air Niugini (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Byron Bay?

    While on average a flight from Melbourne to Byron Bay is generally $1,409, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $110. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Ballina Byron), you can expect to pay $185 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Byron Bay?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Byron Bay 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 to Byron Bay?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Byron Bay (average of $160). Flying from Melbourne to Byron Bay in September is currently the most expensive (average of $208). 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Melbourne to Byron Bay

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$117Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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RexCheapest$130Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$137Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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BonzaCheapest$148Average$184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$185Average$566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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