Which airports can I use when flying from Adelaide to Ballina?

Flights from Adelaide to Ballina usually depart from Adelaide (ADL) and arrive at Ballina Byron (BNK).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Adelaide to Ballina?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Adelaide to Ballina.

Which airports do connecting flights from Adelaide to Ballina pass through?

Connecting flights from Adelaide to Ballina most commonly pass through: • Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) – 97% of one-stop connections • Melbourne (MEL) – 3% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Adelaide to Ballina?

On the Adelaide to Ballina route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 35%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $368 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $559 – a $191 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Adelaide to Ballina?

A direct flight from Adelaide to Ballina takes 0h 00m, covering 2,526 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Adelaide to Ballina?

No. A passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Have flight prices from Adelaide to Ballina changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $400 to $2,045. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Adelaide to Ballina looking right now?

One-way fares from Adelaide to Ballina are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $452, which is 138% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Adelaide to Ballina?

Flying via Melbourne (MEL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 36m, compared to 6h 39m via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

Which car hire options are available at Ballina Byron Airport (BNK)?

Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $40 for economy cars. Top options include: • EverythingFleet • Europcar • Hertz • Thrifty • Sixt

How much should I expect to pay for a Adelaide to Ballina flight?

Return flights from Adelaide to Ballina range from $377 to $572, with an average of $406 over the past 12 months. Anything below $377 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Adelaide to Ballina?

Jetstar ($400) and Virgin Australia ($449) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Adelaide to Ballina according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Adelaide to Ballina?

Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is the most popular stopover for the Adelaide to Ballina route. 97% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via SYD.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Adelaide to Ballina?

Flights via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $461. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Adelaide to Ballina, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Melbourne (MEL) had the shortest average connection time for Adelaide to Ballina stopovers at 229 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Tue, 20 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct

17:15 - 08:20ADL Adelaide-BNK Ballina Byron

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12:45 - 21:10BNK Ballina Byron-ADL Adelaide

8h 55m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

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21:45 - 12:05ADL Adelaide-BNK Ballina Byron

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06:00 - 12:05ADL Adelaide-BNK Ballina Byron

5h 35m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

12:45 - 19:10BNK Ballina Byron-ADL Adelaide

6h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Melbourne

$541Virgin Australia

Tue, 29 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct

19:35 - 08:20ADL Adelaide-BNK Ballina Byron

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How much is a return flight from Adelaide to Ballina?

Return flights from Adelaide to Ballina start at $400. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from $377 to $572. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $400 on Jetstar.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Adelaide to Ballina?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Adelaide to Ballina and is 10% cheaper than the average day. Tuesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 37% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Adelaide to Ballina?
Flights from Adelaide to Ballina usually depart from Adelaide (ADL) and arrive at Ballina Byron (BNK).
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Adelaide to Ballina?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Adelaide to Ballina.
Which airports do connecting flights from Adelaide to Ballina pass through?
Connecting flights from Adelaide to Ballina most commonly pass through:

• Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) – 97% of one-stop connections
• Melbourne (MEL) – 3% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Adelaide to Ballina?
On the Adelaide to Ballina route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 35%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $368 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $559 – a $191 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How long is a flight from Adelaide to Ballina?
A direct flight from Adelaide to Ballina takes 0h 00m, covering 2,526 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Adelaide to Ballina?
No. A passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.
Have flight prices from Adelaide to Ballina changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $400 to $2,045. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Adelaide to Ballina looking right now?
One-way fares from Adelaide to Ballina are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $452, which is 138% above the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Adelaide to Ballina?
Flying via Melbourne (MEL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 36m, compared to 6h 39m via Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).
Which car hire options are available at Ballina Byron Airport (BNK)?
Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around $40 for economy cars. Top options include:
• EverythingFleet
• Europcar
• Hertz
• Thrifty
• Sixt
How much should I expect to pay for a Adelaide to Ballina flight?
Return flights from Adelaide to Ballina range from $377 to $572, with an average of $406 over the past 12 months. Anything below $377 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $368 – about $191 less than Tuesday (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Adelaide to Ballina trip for April. Fares historically average $386 return in that month – typically $223 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Ballina Byron Airport.
- The Cubana Ballina
- Ballina Byron Motor Inn

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