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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Ballina from $101

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 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BNK
28 Jan — 4 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Ballina Byron are usually found in June or February, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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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 29 December 2025.

Wed 31/1208:30MEL - BNK
1 stop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Thu 1/112:45BNK - MEL
1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/12$390
Sun 28/1217:15MEL - BNK
1 stop18h 50mVirgin Australia
Wed 31/1212:45BNK - MEL
1 stop3h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/12$400
Mon 29/1218:00MEL - BNK
1 stop18h 05mVirgin Australia
Fri 2/112:45BNK - MEL
1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/12$414
Sun 28/1217:45MEL - BNK
1 stop18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 31/1213:35BNK - MEL
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/12$424
Wed 31/1208:30MEL - BNK
1 stop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/114:20BNK - MEL
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/12$446
Mon 29/1217:30MEL - BNK
1 stop18h 35mVirgin Australia
Thu 1/112:45BNK - MEL
1 stop4h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/12$458
Sun 28/1218:30MEL - BNK
1 stop17h 35mVirgin Australia
Sat 3/112:45BNK - MEL
1 stop7h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/12$461
Wed 31/1208:30MEL - BNK
1 stop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Sun 4/112:45BNK - MEL
1 stop4h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/12$472
Tue 30/1220:30MEL - BNK
1 stop15h 35mVirgin Australia
Thu 1/112:45BNK - MEL
1 stop5h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/12$476
Wed 31/1208:30MEL - BNK
1 stop3h 35mVirgin Australia
Sat 3/112:45BNK - MEL
1 stop4h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/12$484
Wed 31/1208:30MEL - BNK
1 stop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/114:20BNK - MEL
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/12$485
Wed 31/1220:55AVV - BNK
1 stop11h 40mJetstar
Thu 1/116:35BNK - AVV
1 stop6h 40mJetstar
Deal found 28/12$811

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Ballina

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 29 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$196

One-way from

$101

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$387
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 29/1-31/1
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 15m total
  • Melbourne to Ballina
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  • Jetstar
  • 4/2
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 00m total
  • Melbourne to Ballina
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($112 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Price

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Thu 29/1

11:40-13:40

Nonstop2h 00m

Ballina Byron

Sat 31/1

14:20-16:35

Nonstop2h 15m

$196

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Fri 6/2

11:40-13:40

Nonstop2h 00m

Ballina Byron

Sun 8/2

14:20-16:35

Nonstop2h 15m

$235

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Thu 29/1

07:30-12:05

1 stop4h 35m

Ballina Byron

Sat 31/1

14:20-16:35

Nonstop2h 15m

$237

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

11:40-13:40

Nonstop2h 00m

Ballina Byron

Sat 21/3

14:20-16:35

Nonstop2h 15m

$244

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Wed 11/2

07:25-12:05

1 stop4h 40m

Ballina Byron

Wed 18/2

14:20-16:35

Nonstop2h 15m

$262

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Fri 6/2

08:30-12:05

1 stop3h 35m

Ballina Byron

Sun 8/2

14:20-16:35

Nonstop2h 15m

$272

MelbourneBallina

AVV - BNK

AVVBNK

Melbourne Avalon

Tue 20/1

06:00-11:40

1 stop5h 40m

Ballina Byron

Sun 25/1

12:45-23:15

1 stop10h 30m

$289

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Mon 16/3

08:30-12:05

1 stop3h 35m

Ballina Byron

Sat 21/3

12:45-17:35

1 stop4h 50m

$293

MelbourneBallina

MEL - BNK

MELBNK

Melbourne

Fri 27/2

11:40-13:40

Nonstop2h 00m

Ballina Byron

Thu 5/3

14:20-16:35

Nonstop2h 15m

$299

MelbourneBallina

AVV - BNK

AVVBNK

Melbourne Avalon

Wed 21/1

06:00-12:05

1 stop6h 05m

Ballina Byron

Sun 25/1

12:45-23:15

1 stop10h 30m

$301

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Ballina

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Ballina

How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne 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 26 December 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne to Ballina, you should look to book at least 75 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 Ballina?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Ballina (average of $68). Flying from Melbourne to Ballina in September is currently the most expensive (average of $115). 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 29 December 2025.

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Ballina?

How often are flights from Melbourne to Ballina delayed?

About 24% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Ballina have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 94 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Melbourne to Ballina flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Melbourne to Ballina flights?

Over the past year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 24% of flights being delayed.

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 29 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Melbourne to Ballina by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
430 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
957 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
496 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
430 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Boarding

7.8

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

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 2 daily inbound flights from Melbourne from 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Ballina?

    Airlines like Jetstar fly from Melbourne to Ballina in about 2h. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance from Melbourne to Ballina is about 1271 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    Currently priced at $151, Virgin Australia will fly you from Melbourne to Ballina and back. In addition to Virgin Australia, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Jetstar and Qantas Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $166 and $336, respectively. These flights start at 47% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Consider Qantas Airways (75%), Emirates (75%) or Jetstar (38%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Melbourne to Ballina.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Ballina?

    On average you can expect to pay $316 for a flight from Melbourne to Ballina. The cheapest flight overall is $95 while the most popular route, (Melbourne - Ballina Byron) is currently priced at $196.

  • 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 to Ballina?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Ballina (average of $68). Flying from Melbourne to Ballina in September is currently the most expensive (average of $115). 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 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Ballina

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Virgin AustraliaCheapest$166Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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JetstarCheapest$177Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$336Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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