Are there direct flights from Melbourne to Ballina?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 36.8% of flights from Melbourne to Ballina were direct. For travelers who prefer not to have a direct flight, connecting options are available. When a connection is necessary, flights typically involve a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that while direct flights are available, a significant portion of routes include at least one stop.

What's the flight time from Melbourne to Ballina?

The typical direct flight from Melbourne to Ballina has a median duration of 2 hours and 0 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median flight time increases to 3 hours and 35 minutes. The air distance between Melbourne and Ballina is approximately 1273 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in duration when planning their journey.

How often do Melbourne to Ballina flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Melbourne to Ballina route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers may often find opportunities for more affordable fares. The frequent classification suggests that price fluctuations are common, potentially offering multiple chances to secure a good deal. Consistent monitoring of prices is advisable for this route.

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MEL - Ballina
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Melbourne to Ballina: Overview

Insights for flights from Melbourne to Ballina

A typical journey from Melbourne to Ballina takes about 4h 20m, including connections. This route covers a distance of 1273 km, classifying it as a short-haul flight. While you can find cheap flights from Melbourne to Ballina, most itineraries for this route involve at least one stop.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Ballina, April stands out with a median fare of $146. Following closely, June offers a median fare of $149, and May presents a median of $150. These months provide the most budget-friendly options for this route.

Fares for flights from Melbourne to Ballina typically range from $153–$430, with a median of $283. Right now, fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 15% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive deals are available if you monitor prices.

For flights from Melbourne to Ballina, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 36.8% of recent fares being non-stop. When connections are involved, the typical number of stopovers is 2. New deals for this route appear almost daily, making it beneficial to track prices for potential savings.

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Ballina

Regular price: A$241 - A$514

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Melbourne to Ballina is AUD241-AUD514. The current lowest deal is AUD205 with Jetstar, for travel from Sep 7-Sep 8.

now A$205

Low A$241

High A$514

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 A$146

January

Most Expensive

Flights from A$477

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Direct flights from Melbourne to Ballina

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Melbourne to Ballina

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Ballina

Melbourne (MEL) - Ballina (BNK)

Jetstar

A$778

A$463

One-way

Tue, Aug 18

⌛ Last-Minute

AVV - Ballina

Melbourne (AVV) - Ballina (BNK)

Jetstar

A$585

A$299

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Ballina

Melbourne (MEL) - Ballina (BNK)

Jetstar

A$248

A$207

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Ballina

Melbourne (MEL) - Ballina (BNK)

Jetstar

A$248

A$207

One-way

Tue, Aug 25

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Ballina

Melbourne (MEL) - Ballina (BNK)

Jetstar

A$250

A$207

One-way

Wed, Aug 26

⌛ Last-Minute

MEL - Ballina

Melbourne (MEL) - Ballina (BNK)

Jetstar

A$248

A$207

One-way

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

3 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 5

A$721 → A$302

58%

6 nights

Sep 2 - Sep 8

A$686 → A$299

56%

2 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 23

A$703 → A$326

54%

3 nights

Sep 23 - Sep 26

A$698 → A$346

50%

Popular Airports to fly from Melbourne to Ballina

Melbourne - Ballina route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Melbourne to Ballina are above the typical level for the last 90 days.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 4h 20m

The median flight time from Melbourne to Ballina is 4 hours and 20 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 63.2% of routes, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

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

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Melbourne to Ballina are frequent, appearing often in the last 30 days.

Melbourne main airports to depart from

Melbourne (MEL)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~25 km from city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$127

Ballina main airports to arrive at

Ballina Byron Gateway (BNK)

Cheapest

Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Melbourne.

📍 ~0 km from Ballina (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$127

Airports nearby Ballina used as alternative

Gold Coast (OOL)

Cheapest

Gold Coast Airport is a primary alternative due to its proximity and superior flight options to Ballina.

📍 ~75 km from destination city (reachable by car); observe timezone differences during summer.

💸 Flights from ~A$160

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Ballina

73% AI deal score

$1,360

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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 prior to departure. During this period, the average price observed was $137. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to the departure date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging around $254. For those booking 60 or more days in advance, the average price was notably higher at $395, suggesting that very early booking may not always yield the best value on this route.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a fare of $153 or less is considered a good price for flights from Melbourne to Ballina. The median price for this route was $283 across the trailing quarter. Fares exceeding $430 typically fall into the higher price range. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices at or below the $153 threshold.

Historically, April, June, and May have offered some of the most competitive prices for flights from Melbourne to Ballina. In April, the median price was $146, while June saw a median of $149. May also presented favorable pricing with a median of $150. These months generally provide better value compared to the overall annual median price of $283 for this route.

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Melbourne to Ballina: Overview

Insights for flights from Melbourne to Ballina

How much is a round trip from Melbourne to Ballina

Regular price: A$241 - A$514

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Melbourne to Ballina is AUD241-AUD514. The current lowest deal is AUD205 with Jetstar, for travel from Sep 7-Sep 8.

now A$205

Low A$241

High A$514

The cheapest time to fly from Melbourne to Ballina

April

Cheapest

Flights from A$146

January

Most Expensive

Flights from A$477

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