Cheap flights from Melbourne Airport to Ballina from $103
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 27/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — BNK
28 Sep — 5 Oct1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Melbourne to Ballina Byron are usually found in February or May, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday 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 August 2026.
Wed 21/1013:25 -
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Deal found 26/8$203
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Deal found 27/8$227
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Deal found 25/8$266
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Deal found 27/8$280
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Deal found 25/8$281
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Deal found 23/8$292
Best flights from Melbourne to Ballina
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Melbourne to Ballina that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 29 August 2026.
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Deal found 25/8$348
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Deal found 23/8$351
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Deal found 25/8$575
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Deal found 28/8$349
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Deal found 24/8$393
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Deal found 24/8$373
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Deal found 25/8$462
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Deal found 25/8$533
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Deal found 24/8$702
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Deal found 26/8$561
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Deal found 28/8$612
Direct flights from Melbourne to Ballina
Explore direct flight options from Melbourne to Ballina based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 29 August 2026.
Wed 21/1013:25 -
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Thu 29/1013:30 -
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Deal found 26/8$203
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Deal found 27/8$227
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Deal found 25/8$281
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Deal found 26/8$305
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Deal found 23/8$316
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Deal found 27/8$330
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Deal found 27/8$331
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Deal found 25/8$341
Last-minute flights from Melbourne to Ballina
Discover last-minute flight deals from Melbourne to Ballina. Data last updated 29 August 2026 and is based on user searches.
Sun 30/808:30 -
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Deal found 24/8$355
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Deal found 25/8$367
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Deal found 26/8$344
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Deal found 27/8$369
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Deal found 28/8$342
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Deal found 25/8$337
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Deal found 25/8$362
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Deal found 25/8$356
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Deal found 23/8$351
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Deal found 26/8$345
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Deal found 26/8$348
One-way flights from Melbourne to Ballina
Search for one-way flight options from Melbourne to Ballina. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 29 August 2026.
Tue 27/1010:50 -
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Deal found 26/8$103
Tue 6/1013:25 -
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Deal found 24/8$113
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Deal found 23/8$122
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Deal found 24/8$125
Wed 28/1010:50 -
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Deal found 24/8$150
Tue 27/1007:45 -
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Deal found 24/8$156
Find 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 29 August 2026.
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 29 August 2026.
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MelbourneBallina
MEL Melbourne - BNK Ballina Byron
MELBNK
Melbourne
Sat 10/10
08:00-12:05
1 stop4h 05m
Ballina Byron
Sat 17/10
12:45-17:35
1 stop4h 50m
$348
MelbourneBallina
MEL Melbourne - BNK Ballina Byron
MELBNK
Melbourne
Wed 7/10
08:00-12:05
1 stop4h 05m
Ballina Byron
Mon 12/10
12:45-18:05
1 stop5h 20m
$349
Fastest return journey
MelbourneBallina
MEL Melbourne - BNK Ballina Byron
MELBNK
Melbourne
Mon 7/9
13:25-15:25
Nonstop2h 00m
Ballina Byron
Thu 10/9
16:05-18:25
Nonstop2h 20m
$351
MelbourneBallina
MEL Melbourne - BNK Ballina Byron
MELBNK
Melbourne
Tue 22/9
08:30-12:05
1 stop3h 35m
Ballina Byron
Tue 29/9
12:45-16:35
1 stop3h 50m
$373
MelbourneBallina
MEL Melbourne - BNK Ballina Byron
MELBNK
Melbourne
Mon 21/9
08:15-16:10
1 stop7h 55m
Ballina Byron
Tue 22/9
16:05-18:25
Nonstop2h 20m
$393
MelbourneBallina
MEL Melbourne - BNK Ballina Byron
MELBNK
Melbourne
Mon 21/9
20:50-08:20
1 stop11h 30m
Ballina Byron
Sat 26/9
16:55-07:40
1 stop14h 45m
$462
MelbourneBallina
MEL Melbourne - BNK Ballina Byron
MELBNK
Melbourne
Fri 18/9
13:25-15:25
Nonstop2h 00m
Ballina Byron
Tue 22/9
16:05-18:25
Nonstop2h 20m
$533
MelbourneBallina
MEL Melbourne - BNK Ballina Byron
MELBNK
Melbourne
Thu 10/9
13:25-15:25
Nonstop2h 00m
Ballina Byron
Sun 13/9
16:05-18:25
Nonstop2h 20m
$561
MelbourneBallina
MEL Melbourne - BNK Ballina Byron
MELBNK
Melbourne
Sat 10/10
06:00-10:55
1 stop4h 55m
Ballina Byron
Sun 11/10
16:05-18:25
Nonstop2h 20m
$575
MelbourneBallina
MEL Melbourne - BNK Ballina Byron
MELBNK
Melbourne
Fri 30/10
20:20-08:40
1 stop12h 20m
Ballina Byron
Mon 2/11
13:30-15:50
Nonstop2h 20m
$612
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Melbourne Airport to Ballina?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Melbourne Airport to Ballina, you should look to book at least 82 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 $239). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Ballina in December is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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 August 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Melbourne Airport to Ballina as you normally would.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne Airport to Ballina?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Melbourne Airport to Ballina flights typically cost between $246 and $408 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $203 on Jetstar (21 Oct–29 Oct).
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 29 August 2026.
The most flights from MEL to BNK are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).
How often are flights from Melbourne to Ballina delayed?
About 22% of weekly flights between Melbourne and Ballina have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 99 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?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday 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 22% 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 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Virgin Australia,Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Melbourne Airport to Ballina have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Starting to be as efficient as qantas… bar the food offerings Virgin is up there now
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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 Airport to Ballina?
Departing from Melbourne Airport to Ballina will take you 2h. The distance between Melbourne Airport and Ballina is about 1271 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne Airport to Ballina round-trip?
According to our current data, Virgin Australia ($153), Jetstar ($166), and Qantas Airways ($366) offers the cheapest pricing from Melbourne Airport to Ballina. Users have found that Virgin Australia is 48% 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 (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 $222, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $76. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Ballina Byron), you can expect to pay $214 for that flight.
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 $239). Flying from Melbourne Airport to Ballina in December is currently the most expensive (average of $373). 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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