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Cheap Flights from Melbourne to Ballina

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Today’s best flight deals from Melbourne to Ballina

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Melbourne to Ballina

July 28 - July 29

Cheapest

MEL - Ballina

$179

$127

Round trip

July 30 - July 31

Cheapest

MEL - Ballina

$179

$127

Round trip

July 27 - July 31

Cheapest
Earliest

MEL - Ballina

$180

$127

Round trip

August 6 - August 8

Cheapest

MEL - Ballina

$169

$127

Round trip

September 6 - September 11

Cheapest
Best

MEL - Ballina

$231

$127

Round trip

September 5 - September 8

Cheapest
Best

MEL - Ballina

$232

$127

Round trip

September 5 - September 12

Cheapest
Best

MEL - Ballina

$224

$127

Round trip

November 19 - November 22

Cheapest

MEL - Ballina

$200

$127

Round trip

November 8 - November 12

Cheapest

MEL - Ballina

$200

$127

Round trip

November 12 - November 16

Cheapest

MEL - Ballina

$199

$127

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Melbourne to Ballina

A typical journey from Melbourne to Ballina takes about 4h 20m, including connections. This duration accounts for both direct flights and itineraries with layovers, providing a realistic expectation for the overall travel time.
For travelers seeking cheap flights from Melbourne to Ballina, prices right now are above the typical level. Fares for this route typically range from $144–$320, with a median of $160. Currently, about 16% of recent fares are classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Ballina? The most affordable months to fly are typically April, with a median fare of $146, followed by June at $149, and May at $150. Planning your trip during these months could help you find better value.
Regarding direct flights from Melbourne to Ballina, a meaningful share are non-stop, with 55.2% of recent fares being direct. For the remaining itineraries, most connect at least twice, which contributes to the overall journey time.
The route from Melbourne to Ballina covers a distance of 1273 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This distance typically translates to a relatively quick travel experience, especially for direct services.

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Ballina

Regular price: $142 - $304

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Melbourne to Ballina is typically between $142 and $304. The current lowest deal is $127 with Jetstar, for travel from Jul 28-Jul 29.

now $127

Low $142

High $304

The cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Ballina

The cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Ballina is April, with a median price of $146. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $477. Prices are generally lower from February to September.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $146

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $477

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Direct flights from Melbourne to Ballina

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Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Melbourne to Ballina

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Ballina

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Melbourne (MEL) - Ballina (BNK)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$482

$251

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Ballina

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Melbourne (MEL) - Ballina (BNK)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$485

$276

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Ballina

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

Melbourne (MEL) - Ballina (BNK)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines

$459

$260

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Ballina

Jetstar

Melbourne (AVV) - Ballina (BNK)

Jetstar

$490

$274

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Ballina

Jetstar

Melbourne (MEL) - Ballina (BNK)

Jetstar

$448

$227

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Ballina

Jetstar

Melbourne (MEL) - Ballina (BNK)

Jetstar

$395

$234

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Melbourne to Ballina

5 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 22

$483  →  $219

55%

5 nights

Sep 16 - Sep 21

$483  →  $219

55%

5 nights

Sep 18 - Sep 23

$483  →  $228

53%

2 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 19

$489  →  $238

51%

Popular Airports to fly from Melbourne to Ballina

Melbourne - Ballina route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Melbourne to Ballina are below the typical level, with deals around $127.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically cheapest at $146

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Ballina, with a median price of $146.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 4h 20m

Flights from Melbourne to Ballina typically take 4 hours and 20 minutes, covering 1273 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent deals are available

Deals for flights from Melbourne to Ballina are frequent, with over 1 deal per day historically.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is an airline that offers direct flights from Melbourne to Ballina.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available 16% of the time

Historically, good prices for Melbourne to Ballina flights are available 16% of the time.

Melbourne main airports to depart from

Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest

Melbourne Airport (MEL) is a primary departure point for flights from Melbourne to Ballina.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$127

Avalon (AVV)

Avalon Airport (AVV) offers an alternative departure option for flights from Melbourne to Ballina.

📍 ~50 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$166

Ballina main airports to arrive at

Ballina Byron Gateway (BNK)

Cheapest

Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is a convenient arrival point for reaching Ballina and nearby areas.

📍 ~1 km from Ballina (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$127

Airports nearby Ballina used as alternative

Gold Coast (OOL)

Cheapest

Gold Coast Airport is a practical alternative due to its proximity and high flight volume, though it has a time difference in summer.

📍 ~75 km from Ballina (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$97

Brisbane (BNE)

Brisbane Airport is an excellent choice for international or long-haul domestic needs, despite the drive and potential time zone difference.

📍 ~170 km from Ballina (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$120

Coffs Harbour (CFS)

Coffs Harbour Airport provides a viable southern alternative within the same state timezone as Ballina.

📍 ~200 km from Ballina (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$238

Sunshine Coast (MCY)

Sunshine Coast Airport is a growing regional option for travelers heading north, bypassing Brisbane traffic.

📍 ~260 km from Ballina (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$125

Port Macquarie (PQQ)

Port Macquarie Airport is a secondary regional option for travelers heading further south into New South Wales.

📍 ~330 km from Ballina (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$295

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Ballina

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Best Elite deals to Ballina

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From MEL

Elite

Aug 31

Ballina, Australia

74% AI deal score

$1,401

$765

Save $636

From MEL

Elite

Aug 03

Ballina, Australia

74% AI deal score

$1,403

$765

Save $638

From MEL

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Aug 17

Ballina, Australia

74% AI deal score

$1,398

$765

Save $633

From MEL

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Sep 14

Ballina, Australia

73% AI deal score

$1,363

$765

Save $598

From MEL

Elite

Aug 24

Ballina, Australia

73% AI deal score

$1,304

$765

Save $539

From MEL

Elite

Sep 18

Ballina, Australia

73% AI deal score

$1,388

$765

Save $623

From MEL

Elite

Jul 31

Ballina, Australia

73% AI deal score

$1,409

$765

Save $644

From MEL

Elite

Aug 03

Ballina, Australia

73% AI deal score

$1,340

$765

Save $575

From MEL

Elite

Aug 10

Ballina, Australia

73% AI deal score

$1,371

$765

Save $606

From MEL

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Aug 07

Ballina, Australia

73% AI deal score

$1,341

$765

Save $576

From MEL

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Sep 28

Ballina, Australia

73% AI deal score

$1,350

$765

Save $585

From MEL

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Sep 07

Ballina, Australia

73% AI deal score

$1,360

$765

Save $595

From MEL

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Sep 21

Ballina, Australia

73% AI deal score

$1,330

$765

Save $565

From MEL

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Jul 31

Ballina, Australia

73% AI deal score

$1,329

$765

Save $564

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Ballina

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Melbourne to Ballina is typically between 28 and 59 days before departure. During this period, the average price was around $137. In contrast, booking 0-6 days out saw prices rise to an average of $254, while booking 60+ days out resulted in the highest average price of $395. Planning your purchase within the 28-59 day window generally offers the best value across the trailing quarter.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Melbourne to Ballina is considered to be $144 or less. The median price for this route was $160 across the trailing quarter. Fares above $320 are typically in the more expensive range. Aiming for a fare at or below $144 can help secure a more economical journey.

Historically, April has been the cheapest month to fly from Melbourne to Ballina, with a median price of $146. June and May also offered competitive fares, with median prices of $149 and $150 respectively. The annual median price for this route was $160. While May was among the cheapest months, it was also identified as the most expensive month, suggesting price variability.

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