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Cheap flights from Ballina to Melbourne from $100

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BNK — MEL
3 Apr — 10 Apr1
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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 (ME1). 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 March 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$273

Round-trip from

$203
High demand for flights, 34% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 27% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in March 2024
From Ballina Byron to Melbourne

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Ballina to Melbourne?

Wednesday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 46%.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Ballina to Melbourne?

To save on the cost of your flight from Ballina to Melbourne, book at least 58 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 85% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $299 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $342.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ballina to Melbourne?

Flights from Ballina to Melbourne lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Ballina to Melbourne in August, with the cheapest ticket starting at $161.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Ballina to Melbourne (BNK - MEL)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Ballina to Melbourne at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 41% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Jetstar flights from Ballina to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Ballina and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Jetstar flights heading from Ballina to Melbourne. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Sat 18/516:00BNK - MEL
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sun 26/513:25MEL - BNK
Nonstop2h 00mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$200
Sat 18/516:40BNK - MEL
1 stop15h 00mJetstar
Sun 26/513:25MEL - BNK
Nonstop2h 00mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$272
Fri 17/516:40BNK - MEL
1 stop15h 00mJetstar
Sat 25/513:25MEL - BNK
Nonstop2h 00mJetstar
Deal found 26/3$293
Fri 17/516:40BNK - AVV
1 stop6h 10mJetstar
Sat 25/510:35AVV - BNK
1 stop5h 30mJetstar
Deal found 26/3$302
Fri 17/516:40BNK - MEL
1 stop15h 00mJetstar
Sat 25/520:50MEL - BNK
1 stop11h 15mJetstar
Deal found 26/3$341

Cheap Virgin Australia flights from Ballina to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Virgin Australia for the route between Ballina and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Virgin Australia flights travelling from Ballina to Melbourne. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Sat 18/512:45BNK - MEL
1 stop3h 50mVirgin Australia
Sun 26/507:00MEL - BNK
1 stop5h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/3$359
Sat 18/512:45BNK - MEL
2 stops7h 05mVirgin Australia
Sun 26/507:00MEL - BNK
1 stop5h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/3$589
Fri 17/516:25BNK - MEL
2 stops15h 30mVirgin Australia
Sat 25/507:30MEL - BNK
1 stop4h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/3$629
Fri 17/512:45BNK - MEL
2 stops19h 10mVirgin Australia
Sat 25/510:40MEL - BNK
2 stops25h 25mVirgin Australia
Deal found 26/3$995

Ballina to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Ballina and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Ballina to Melbourne in March and April 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sat 18/516:00BNK - MEL
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sun 26/513:25MEL - BNK
Nonstop2h 00mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$200
Sat 18/508:40BNK - AVV
1 stop5h 30mJetstar
Sun 26/520:50AVV - BNK
1 stop11h 15mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$272
Sat 18/516:40BNK - MEL
1 stop15h 00mJetstar
Sun 26/513:25MEL - BNK
Nonstop2h 00mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$272
Sun 19/508:40BNK - AVV
1 stop7h 20mJetstar
Mon 27/520:50AVV - BNK
1 stop11h 15mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$285
Sat 11/516:00BNK - MEL
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Tue 14/513:25MEL - BNK
Nonstop2h 00mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$308
Sat 18/512:45BNK - MEL
1 stop3h 50mVirgin Australia
Sun 26/507:00MEL - BNK
1 stop5h 05mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/3$359
Wed 4/1212:20BNK - MEL
1 stop5h 45mJetstar
Sun 8/1215:05MEL - BNK
Nonstop2h 00mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$362
Wed 4/1216:35BNK - AVV
1 stop6h 40mJetstar
Sun 8/1214:50AVV - BNK
1 stop17h 45mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$384
Sat 11/512:45BNK - MEL
1 stop7h 50mVirgin Australia
Tue 14/520:30MEL - BNK
1 stop15h 35mVirgin Australia
Deal found 28/3$430

Direct flights to Melbourne from Ballina

Discover direct flight options from Ballina to Melbourne. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
For a quicker trip, book one of these direct flights from Ballina to Melbourne. Search for alternative flights from Ballina to Melbourne by utilising the search form above.
Sat 18/516:00BNK - MEL
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Sun 26/513:25MEL - BNK
Nonstop2h 00mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$200
Sat 11/516:00BNK - MEL
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Tue 14/513:25MEL - BNK
Nonstop2h 00mJetstar
Deal found 28/3$308

One-way flights to Melbourne from Ballina

Search for one-way flight options from Ballina to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 639,854 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Ballina to Melbourne. Users needing a return flight from Ballina to Melbourne should utilise the search form above.
Tue 7/516:00BNK - MEL
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$100
Tue 7/508:40BNK - AVV
1 stop5h 30mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$111
Sun 5/516:00BNK - MEL
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$121
Tue 7/516:40BNK - MEL
1 stop4h 50mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$143
Mon 22/416:00BNK - MEL
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 26/3$163
Sun 5/508:40BNK - AVV
1 stop25h 10mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$166
Mon 22/416:00BNK - MEL
Nonstop2h 15mJetstar
Deal found 26/3$170
Sun 5/508:40BNK - MEL
1 stop23h 00mJetstar
Deal found 27/3$180
Tue 9/412:45BNK - MEL
1 stop3h 50mVirgin Australia
Deal found 27/3$210

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 639,854 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

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Any airport

Budget

$200 - $979

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Depart

Return

Price

Ballina ByronMelbourne

BNK - MEL

BNKMEL

Ballina Byron

Sat 18/5

Nonstop2h 15m

Melbourne

Sun 26/5

Nonstop2h 00m

$200

Ballina ByronMelbourne Avalon

BNK - AVV

BNKAVV

Ballina Byron

Sat 18/5

1 stop5h 30m

Melbourne Avalon

Sun 26/5

1 stop11h 15m

$272

Ballina ByronMelbourne

BNK - MEL

BNKMEL

Ballina Byron

Sat 18/5

1 stop15h 00m

Melbourne

Sun 26/5

Nonstop2h 00m

$272

Ballina ByronMelbourne

BNK - MEL

BNKMEL

Ballina Byron

Fri 17/5

1 stop15h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 25/5

Nonstop2h 00m

$293

Ballina ByronMelbourne Avalon

BNK - AVV

BNKAVV

Ballina Byron

Fri 17/5

1 stop6h 10m

Melbourne Avalon

Sat 25/5

1 stop5h 30m

$302

Ballina ByronMelbourne

BNK - MEL

BNKMEL

Ballina Byron

Fri 17/5

1 stop15h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 25/5

1 stop11h 15m

$341

Ballina ByronMelbourne

BNK - MEL

BNKMEL

Ballina Byron

Sat 18/5

1 stop3h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 26/5

1 stop5h 05m

$359

Ballina ByronMelbourne

BNK - MEL

BNKMEL

Ballina Byron

Sat 18/5

2 stops7h 05m

Melbourne

Sun 26/5

1 stop5h 05m

$589

Ballina ByronMelbourne

BNK - MEL

BNKMEL

Ballina Byron

Sat 18/5

1 stop3h 50m

Melbourne

Sun 26/5

3 stops57h 10m

$979

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Deals found on 28/3

When is the best time to book a flight from Ballina to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Ballina to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 63 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Ballina to Melbourne. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Ballina to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Ballina to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Ballina to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Friday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from Ballina to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Ballina to Melbourne is currently $151 while a return flight costs $401. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ballina to Melbourne (average of $132). Flying from Ballina to Melbourne in December is currently the most expensive (average of $175). 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.

January

$239

February

$207

March

$238

April

$232

May

$203

June

$215

July

$233

August

$204

September

$230

October

$226

November

$244

December

$269

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

MEL

Temperature

8 - 20 °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 29 March 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Jetstar and Virgin Australia from Ballina to Melbourne have to say. 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.

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

7.8
Good
725 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

7.7
Good
1,060 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

6.9
Okay
720 reviews

Overall

7.8

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

6.8

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Great crew, they were helping us with the kids. Highly recommended!

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?

    For a flight from Ballina to Melbourne, you will be flying from Ballina Byron. Ballina Byron (BNK) is just 3.1 km from the centre of the city. Ballina Byron is the only Ballina airport and it handles 2 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. 3 airlines have flights to Melbourne from Ballina Byron on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from Ballina to Melbourne for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Ballina to Melbourne for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $200, but on average you can expect to pay $474.

  • Are there direct flights from Ballina to Melbourne for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 2 direct flights from Ballina to Melbourne under $200. A good price for a direct flight from Ballina to Melbourne is less than $253.

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

    According to our current data, Jetstar ($200), and Virgin Australia ($359) offers the cheapest pricing from Ballina to Melbourne. You may be able to fly from Ballina to Melbourne for 33% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $100. Users have also found prices from $210 and $764 on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, respectively.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Ballina to Melbourne?

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

    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 on time: Qantas Airways (60%), Emirates (60%), Jetstar (60%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Ballina to Melbourne?

    On average you can expect to pay $195 for a flight from Ballina to Melbourne. The cheapest flight overall is $99 while the most popular route, (Ballina Byron - Melbourne) is currently priced at $229.

  • What does BNK to MEL mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Ballina Byron Airport to Melbourne Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a BNK to MEL flight. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ballina to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Ballina to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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 vacation 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 see available direct flights.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ballina to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines do offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • How recently were the Ballina to Melbourne flight deals updated?

    The Ballina to Melbourne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 28/3.

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JetstarCheapest$156Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$393Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Hourly flight availability from Ballina to Melbourne

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Weekly flight availability from Ballina to Melbourne

Explore weekly flight availability from Ballina to Melbourne. 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 March 2024.
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Can I find deals for flights from Ballina to Melbourne that offer flexible cancellation policies?

Cancellation policies vary by airline and fare type. After entering your flight details, you can view the cancellation policies for each deal in the search results. Some deals may offer flexibility in terms of cancellation and changes.