Cheap flights to Byron Bay

Most popular in	November	High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Cheapest in	February	Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average price	$235	Price for this month
Cheapest price	$127	From Sydney to Ballina

Cheapest prices for Byron Bay flights by month

January

$197

February

$192

March

$234

April

$213

May

$212

June

$193

July

$192

August

$202

September

$223

October

$227

November

$258

December

$244

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Byron Bay. Flying to Byron Bay in November will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

When is the best time to fly to Byron Bay?

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Peak Season

The laid back lifestyle, range of activities and natural ocean setting, are just a few of the reasons why visitors seek cheap flights to Byron Bay. This coastal town boasts great weather year round, which makes it a popular spot for Northern Hemisphere visitors to catch some sun. Summer is Byron Bay’s busiest period, as it’s a go-to spot for families over the Christmas / New Years break. The many festivals and cultural events taking place in and around Byron Bay can also make getting flight tickets more difficult.

Off Season

Byron Bay is always busy but the weeks immediately after Christmas and New Years, are a lot quieter than at other times. January and February are the hottest and wettest months of the year with temperatures up in the high 20s so there are often cheap flights to Byron Bay in these months.

When is the best time to book flights to Byron Bay?

Byron Bay’s subtropical weather makes it a year round holiday destination, so booking cheap flights to Byron Bay is always a good idea. Some peak periods to look out for include: Schoolies (November and December), Christmas/New Year and Easter where booking a flight may be more expensive. Be aware of some of the larger festivals taking place including: the Byron Bay Writers Festival in July/August, the Byron Bay Surf Festival in October and the Byron Latin Fiesta in October/November.

Days before departure

Which day is cheapest to fly to Byron Bay?

The cheapest day to fly to Byron Bay is usually Tuesday. At the moment, Friday is the most expensive.

What time of day is cheapest to fly?

To get the best value, try booking a flight in the morning when visiting Byron Bay. Generally the prices will increase for flights in the evening as these tend to have higher demand.

How long is the flight to Byron Bay?

Flights from Sydney to Byron Bay – 1 hr 32 mins

Flights from Melbourne to Byron Bay – 1 hr 50 mins

Which airlines operate flights to Byron Bay?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Regional Express are the three main airlines that operate flights to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport. If flying from Sydney, Regional Express flies to Lismore Airport which is slightly further away but offers cheap flights to Byron Bay.

How to get from the airport to the city centre?

Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) serves the town of Byron Bay, which situated a 20-minute drive north. The best way to get from the airport to Byron Bay is to catch an airport shuttle bus or taxi, or if you plan on exploring Byron Bay area, renting a car. If there are no taxis waiting outside the terminal, there is a free taxi phone in the arrivals lounge next to the visitor information desk. Lismore Airport (LSY) is an hour’s drive southwest of Byron Bay, and offers travellers from Sydney the option of airport shuttle bus, taxi and car rental.