Can I fly direct from Sydney to Ballina?

Yes, direct flights from Sydney to Ballina are available. Historically, approximately 30.5% of flights on this route have been direct. For journeys that include a stopover, travelers typically experience one stop. This indicates that while direct options exist, connecting flights are also a common occurrence for this route.

How long is the flight from Sydney to Ballina?

The direct flight from Sydney to Ballina typically takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. This covers an air distance of 612 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging around 8 hours and 25 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences when planning their journey.

How often do cheap flights from Sydney to Ballina come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Sydney to Ballina are classified as frequent. This suggests that competitive prices for this route appear regularly across the trailing quarter. Travelers have consistent opportunities to find good deals when planning their trips between these two cities.

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Explore current cheapest deals departing from Sydney to Ballina

2026-08-11 – 2026-08-12
SYD - Ballina
75% AI deal score
A$169
A$90
Round trip
2026-08-19 – 2026-08-22
SYD - Ballina
73% AI deal score
A$154
A$92
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2026-08-12 – 2026-08-19
SYD - Ballina
71% AI deal score
A$140
A$92
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2026-08-11 – 2026-08-19
SYD - Ballina
72% AI deal score
A$141
A$92
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2026-08-04 – 2026-08-12
SYD - Ballina
75% AI deal score
A$166
A$92
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2026-08-12 – 2026-08-22
SYD - Ballina
69% AI deal score
A$124
A$92
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2026-08-18 – 2026-08-22
SYD - Ballina
74% AI deal score
A$156
A$92
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2026-08-18 – 2026-08-19
SYD - Ballina
74% AI deal score
A$157
A$92
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2026-09-13 – 2026-09-16
SYD - Ballina
73% AI deal score
A$156
A$92
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2026-09-15 – 2026-09-16
SYD - Ballina
73% AI deal score
A$155
A$92
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Sydney to Ballina: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Ballina

For cheap flights from Sydney to Ballina, only about 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $192–$475, with a median of $344. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, suggesting a potentially favorable time to consider booking.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Ballina, August stands out with a median fare of just $68. Following closely, April also offers attractive pricing, with a median fare of $70. Travelers can also find competitive prices in November, where the median fare is $80.

A typical journey from Sydney to Ballina takes approximately 1h 15m. This route is classified as short-haul, covering a distance of 612 km. While some direct flights from Sydney to Ballina are available, most itineraries connect at least once, with connecting flights typically involving 1 stopover.

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Ballina

Regular price: A$117 - A$335

Prices for flights from Sydney to Ballina are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to Ballina is AUD 117 to AUD 335. The current lowest deal is AUD 90 with Jetstar for travel from Aug 18-Aug 19.

now A$90

Low A$117

High A$335

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Ballina

The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Banak is November, with a median price of $48. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $413. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from A$48

June

Most Expensive

Flights from A$413

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Direct flights from Sydney to Ballina

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Sydney to Ballina

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Ballina

Sydney (SYD) - Ballina (BNK)

Jetstar

A$234

A$139

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Ballina

Sydney (SYD) - Ballina (BNK)

Jetstar

A$143

A$97

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Ballina

Sydney (SYD) - Ballina (BNK)

Jetstar

A$206

A$113

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Ballina

Sydney (SYD) - Ballina (BNK)

Jetstar

A$160

A$92

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Ballina

Sydney (SYD) - Ballina (BNK)

Jetstar

A$135

A$92

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

SYD - Ballina

Sydney (SYD) - Ballina (BNK)

Jetstar

A$138

A$92

One-way

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

1 night

Dec 9 - Dec 10

A$230 → A$110

52%

2 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 10

A$228 → A$110

52%

1 night

Dec 8 - Dec 9

A$227 → A$110

51%

3 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 15

A$226 → A$110

51%

Popular Airports to fly from Sydney to Ballina

Sydney - Ballina route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Sydney to Ballina are below the typical level, with a median price of $344.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically the cheapest month

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Ballina, with a median price of $48.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 15m

Direct flights from Sydney to Ballina typically take 1h 15m, while connecting flights average 17h 25m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

About 30.5% of recent flights from Sydney to Ballina are direct, with connecting flights being more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar provides direct flights from Sydney to Ballina, with recent deals found for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Sydney to Ballina are frequent, appearing often in recent months.

Sydney main airports to depart from

Sydney (SYD)

Cheapest

Fly from Sydney Airport for direct routes to Ballina, offering convenient travel options.

📍 ~9 km from Sydney city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~A$76

Ballina main airports to arrive at

Ballina Byron Gateway (BNK)

Cheapest

Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is a convenient arrival point for reaching Ballina and the surrounding region.

📍 ~0 km from Ballina (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$76

Airports nearby Ballina used as alternative

Gold Coast (OOL)

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

📍 ~75 km from Ballina (reachable by car); located in Queensland, observe timezone differences during summer.

💸 Flights from ~A$124

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Ballina

74% AI deal score

$762

$311

Save $451

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Ballina

Historically, booking your flight 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest prices for the Sydney to Ballina route. Across the trailing quarter, the average price for flights booked within this window was $280. In comparison, booking 0-6 days before departure saw average prices of $468, indicating a significant increase for last-minute travel. Planning ahead can result in considerable savings.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Sydney to Ballina is considered to be $192 or less. The median price for this route was $344. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed prices being $475 or less. Aiming for a price at or below $192 indicates you are securing a competitive fare.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Sydney to Ballina include August, with a median price of $68, and April, with a median price of $70. November also offered competitive prices, with a median of $80. These months typically present more affordable options compared to the annual median price of $344 for this route. Travelers looking for savings may consider planning their trips during these periods.

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Sydney to Ballina: Overview

Insights for flights from Sydney to Ballina

How much is a round trip from Sydney to Ballina

Regular price: A$117 - A$335

Prices for flights from Sydney to Ballina are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Sydney to Ballina is AUD 117 to AUD 335. The current lowest deal is AUD 90 with Jetstar for travel from Aug 18-Aug 19.

now A$90

Low A$117

High A$335

The cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Ballina

November

Cheapest

Flights from A$48

June

Most Expensive

Flights from A$413

Jan

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Dec