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Cheap flights from Ballina to Melbourne Airport from $100

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 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNK — MEL
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Ballina Byron to Melbourne are usually found in May or February, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Ballina to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ballina (BNK) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$198

One-way from

$100

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$226

Good round-trip deal

$196 or less

Good one-way deal

$93 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 12/5-17/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 15m total
  • Ballina to Melbourne
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 8/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Ballina to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($65 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($19 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 Ballina to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ballina to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Mon 12/516:00BNK - MEL
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sat 17/513:25MEL - BNK
Nonstop2h 00mJetstar
Deal found 20/2$198
Sat 15/317:45BNK - MEL
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/408:00MEL - BNK
1 stop4h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$299
Sat 15/312:45BNK - MEL
1 stop18h 50mVirgin Australia
Sun 6/420:30MEL - BNK
1 stop15h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 20/2$389
Wed 19/311:45BNK - MEL
2 stops7h 00mQantas Airways
Tue 25/306:00MEL - BNK
2 stops5h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/2$961

Find flights from Ballina to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Ballina to Melbourne 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 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Ballina

Fly to

Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BallinaMelbourne

BNK - MEL

BNKMEL

Ballina Byron

Mon 12/5

16:00-18:15

Nonstop2h 15m

Melbourne

Sat 17/5

13:25-15:25

Nonstop2h 00m

$198

BallinaMelbourne

BNK - MEL

BNKMEL

Ballina Byron

Sat 15/3

17:45-20:00

Nonstop2h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 6/4

08:00-12:05

1 stop4h 05m

$299

BallinaMelbourne

BNK - MEL

BNKMEL

Ballina Byron

Sat 15/3

12:45-07:35

1 stop18h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 6/4

20:30-12:05

1 stop15h 35m

$389

BallinaMelbourne

BNK - MEL

BNKMEL

Ballina Byron

Wed 19/3

11:45-18:45

2 stops7h 00m

Melbourne

Tue 25/3

06:00-11:20

2 stops5h 20m

$961

BallinaMelbourne

BNK - MEL

BNKMEL

Ballina Byron

Sat 8/3

17:45-20:00

Nonstop2h 15m

$100

BallinaMelbourne

BNK - MEL

BNKMEL

Ballina Byron

Fri 14/3

12:45-23:05

1 stop10h 20m

$199

BallinaMelbourne

BNK - MEL

BNKMEL

Ballina Byron

Sat 8/3

09:25-22:40

2 stops13h 15m

$379

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 20/2

Best time to book a flight from Ballina to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Ballina to Melbourne

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Ballina to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Ballina to Melbourne Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 77 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ballina to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Ballina to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 BNK to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Ballina to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Ballina to Melbourne Airport at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 62% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
417 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.3

Food

6.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Simon,Oct 2024

BNE - SYD

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
417 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
417 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.3

Food

6.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Simon,Oct 2024

BNE - SYD

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Qantas Airways
7.4
Good
813 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
417 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.3

Food

6.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Simon,Oct 2024

BNE - SYD

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
444 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.5
Good
417 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.3

Food

6.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Simon,Oct 2024

BNE - SYD

Original flight from Brisbane to Melbourne was cancelled. Given this Brisbane to Sydney trip as only alternate. Meant I missed spending 6hrs with my dying mother. Delays all the way through the airport then a crappy flight to Sydney ( for a 1.5hr layover). Poor form Virgin. Customer service is no longer important at Virgin.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ballina to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Ballina to Melbourne?

    Located just 3.1 km from the city centre, Ballina Byron is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Melbourne from Ballina. Booking flights from Ballina Byron (BNK) to Melbourne should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily outbound flights to Melbourne from 3 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Ballina to Melbourne Airport is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $198 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, starting at $389 and $961 round-trip. These flights start at 30% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    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 Ballina to Melbourne Airport on time: Qantas Airways (64%), Emirates (64%), Jetstar (64%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Ballina to Melbourne Airport is $88. On average you can expect to pay $166. The most popular route, (Ballina Byron - Melbourne), can usually be booked for $198.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ballina to Melbourne 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 Ballina to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ballina to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Ballina to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 Ballina to Melbourne on these airlines

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Top 3 airlines flying from Ballina to Melbourne

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Ballina to Melbourne. 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 21 February 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$187Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$288Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$348Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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