BNK - SYD

$61 Find Cheap Flights from Ballina to Sydney

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Cheapest return fare
$97
Typical prices: $104-$210
Jetstar
Tue 11/8Wed 12/8
BNK - SYD • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
$61
Typical prices: $80-$168
Virgin Australia
Sat 12/12
BNK - SYD • Direct
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Cheapest • from $97 (return)
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Cheap Flights from Ballina to Sydney (BNK-SYD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Ballina to Sydney that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Ballina to Sydney

Tue, 11 Aug - Wed, 12 Aug
Jetstar Logo
16:55 - 18:20
BNK
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SYD
1h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
07:05 - 08:20
SYD
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BNK
1h 15mdirect
$97Jetstar
Thu, 30 Jul - Sun, 2 Aug
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08:55 - 10:20
BNK
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SYD
1h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
07:05 - 08:20
SYD
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BNK
1h 15mdirect
$100Jetstar
Wed, 29 Jul - Wed, 5 Aug
Jetstar Logo
08:55 - 10:20
BNK
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SYD
1h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
07:05 - 08:20
SYD
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BNK
1h 15mdirect
$101Jetstar
Sat, 1 Aug - Sun, 2 Aug
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16:55 - 18:20
BNK
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SYD
1h 25mdirect
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07:05 - 08:20
SYD
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BNK
1h 15mdirect
$107Jetstar
Thu, 16 Jul - Sun, 19 Jul
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08:55 - 10:20
BNK
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SYD
1h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
07:05 - 08:20
SYD
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BNK
1h 15mdirect
$109Jetstar
Sat, 1 Aug - Sun, 2 Aug
Jetstar Logo
16:55 - 18:20
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SYD
1h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
07:05 - 08:20
SYD
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BNK
1h 15mdirect
$112Jetstar
Sat, 1 Aug - Sun, 2 Aug
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12:45 - 14:05
BNK
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SYD
1h 20mdirect
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07:05 - 08:20
SYD
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BNK
1h 15mdirect
$113Multiple Airlines
Tue, 11 Aug - Wed, 12 Aug
Jetstar Logo
08:55 - 10:20
BNK
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SYD
1h 25mdirect
Jetstar Logo
07:05 - 08:20
SYD
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BNK
1h 15mdirect
$115Jetstar
Fri, 11 Sep - Sun, 13 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:45 - 14:05
BNK
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SYD
1h 20mdirect
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07:05 - 08:20
SYD
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BNK
1h 15mdirect
$117Multiple Airlines
Mon, 20 Jul - Thu, 23 Jul
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08:55 - 10:20
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SYD
1h 25mdirect
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07:05 - 08:20
SYD
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1h 15mdirect
$119Jetstar
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Ballina to Sydney flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Ballina to Sydney to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Ballina to Sydney?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Ballina to Sydney departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Ballina to Sydney?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Ballina to Sydney clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Ballina to Sydney, you should consider leaving on a Saturday and avoid Mondays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Ballina, you’ll find the best rates on Tuesdays and the most expensive ones on Fridays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Ballina to Sydney, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Ballina to Sydney is September, where tickets cost $142 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $228 and $226 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Ballina to Sydney, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Ballina to Sydney, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 48% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$61
Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (4% more expensive on average)
Flight from Ballina to Sydney

When to book flights from Ballina to Sydney

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Ballina to Sydney based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
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FAQs for booking flights from Ballina to Sydney

  • Are there direct flights from Ballina Airport to Sydney Airport?

    Yes, you can fly direct between Ballina Airport and Sydney Airport. You can choose a journey with a low-cost airline such as Jetstar, or you can opt for a flight with an airline such as Virgin Australia, which will have great facilities on board. Qantas Airways also operates this route directly too.

  • Are there airport hotels in Ballina where I can stay before my flight?

    There are not really any hotels within the Ballina Airport grounds that you can stay at ahead of your trip; although, there are hotels, such as the Ballina Colonial Motel, that are only a short drive from the airport. That being said, seeing as the airport is very close to the centre of Ballina anyway, you might not need to stay in a hotel so close to the airport the night before.

  • How can I get from Sydney Airport to the city centre?

    Once you land in Sydney, you can get to the city centre quickly to continue your journey. The T8 South Line train or the 400 or 420 buses are great ways to get to the city centre. These take about 13min and 1h and cost around A$ 15 and A$ 2.30 each, respectively.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Ballina to Sydney?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Ballina to Sydney was $61 for a one-way ticket and $97 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Ballina to Sydney?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Ballina to Sydney flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Ballina to Sydney?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Ballina and Sydney.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Ballina to Sydney?

    There are direct flights from Ballina to Sydney on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Ballina to Sydney, Virgin Australia or Qantas Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Ballina to Sydney are Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways. With an average price for the route of $140 and an overall rating of 7.6, Virgin Australia is the most popular choice. Qantas Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $304 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Ballina to Sydney?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Ballina to Sydney.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Ballina to Sydney?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Sydney from Ballina is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Ballina to Sydney?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Sydney with an airline and back to Ballina with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Ballina to Sydney?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Sydney from Ballina up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Ballina to Sydney

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $86 or less one-way and $124 or less round-trip.
  • Ballina Airport (BNK) is very quick and easy to get to from the city centre. A taxi will only take around 5min and cost about A$ 14. You can also get the 640 bus, which costs approximately A$ 3.40 and takes around 5min as well.
  • When you land at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), not only can you reach the city centre easily, but you can also travel to other parts of the country with ease. You can get to Campbelltown in approximately 30min and Wollongong in about 1h by car.
  • Should you need to park at Ballina Airport, either on a long-term or short-term basis, you can find the parking facilities opposite the terminal building. Prices start from about A$ 2 per hour, rising to around A$ 8 for the day. If you need to leave your car overnight, the cost is approximately A$ 14. The long-stay car park is fenced and well covered, so you can leave your vehicle knowing it will be looked after.

Prefer to fly direct from Ballina Byron to Sydney Kingsford Smith?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Ballina Byron to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
Find which airlines fly direct from Ballina Byron Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Ballina Byron to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Friday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

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Direct returns

Sydney Kingsford Smith to Ballina Byron

Monday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Tuesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Wednesday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Thursday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Friday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Saturday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

Sunday

Jetstar,Qantas Airways,Virgin Australia

Jetstar,Qantas Airways, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying from Ballina to Sydney

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Ballina to Sydney. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.6
Virgin AustraliaOverall score based on 462 reviews
7.7Boarding
6.4Entertainment
7.5Comfort
8.2Crew
6.4Food
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Good flight. On time. No problems. Plane was clean. Service was as you would expect. However nothing special, just a good flight.

10.0 Excellentglenn, Mar 2026
OOL - SYD
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Good flight. On time. No problems. Plane was clean. Service was as you would expect. However nothing special, just a good flight.

They didn’t sent my luggage I got it 24 hours later

Plane was late and they wouldn’t check our bags through to Tokyo

Overall experience was good but what really impressed me the most was the care the flight attendants took of a sick passenger who was sitting in front of me. The flight attendants would come and check on her quite regularly providing her support and comfort. Brilliant service!

Being told why we delayed three hours and not even given an apology by someone. Not a word. Not my airline of choice ever.

Great flight - on time, lovely staff. I’ll always have the same complaint and essentially it’s the limited food options for people who are celiac. But that’s all airlines !

The seats are so uncomfortable. The food doesn't exist unless you pay. Disappointed

X class seats in row 3 with the new configuration are very poor in fact I feel 3B and 3E should no longer be considered as X class seat as there is no forward seat pocket available to these seats and greatly reduced leg room due the intrusion of the business class armrests/table module

Estheticly the plane looks great, although the seats are way too upright. If the seats were just slightly more reclined then the comfort level would increase tenfold. I had the stiffest neck after just a short flight due to this. A nap was almost out of the question.

Flight was cancelled due to a mechanical fault - Virgin rebooked me on a flight 6 hours later so I cancelled and flew with another carrier

I missed my flight due to unforeseen circumstances It was, however , an excellent price !

an hour late, then had to disembark on back stairs and take 4 flights up to get to main airport. No warning, and difficulty for those with canes and poor knees.

A few more inches of legroom is all i ask

Airline running better than post Covid, proper boarding process now implemented, some aircraft feeling a bit old and tired, crew fine, online experience better.

The Emerits/Qantas flight was cancelled to Wellington. We need a refund. Had to buy another airline ticket. How do we get the refund. Still not in Wellington.

Delayed QF59 flight once again, Qantas doesn't fail in maintaining there delayed departures and arrivals. USB points do not work nor do the power point sockets on the plane, Qantas staff admitted that on the flight. Don't expect to your charge devices. Saving grace, was the ice cream. Bottom line, if you expect to fly to HND and make it on time avoid Qantas and if you're interested in ice cream - visit 7/11.

Overall good experience with flight and airport wheelchair staff. Also got Indian food in the flights

It was very nice. I will try to fly with Qantas whenever I can.

Flight was cancelled about 1.5 hours before departure. Replacement flight provided scheduled 1 hour later. Late boarding, late departure and arrived Melbourne nearly 2 hours after originally scheduled.

After British Airways cancelled my London to Sydney and Virgin Australia refused to refund, there was no ways I would try Virgin Australia again, so it was Qantas - what a good flight experience. So much easier to get off an international flight and get a local flight without having to add extra amounts for baggage

Late leaving and desintuon board showed ‘gate closed’ when they hadn’t even commenced boarding!

The crew were great. The seat was older than an old Holden with a big metal bar sticking right into my back. The passenger next to me complained that hers was the same. The pre purchase system for food was disappointing as the pie/quiche took 20 mins to warm up, arrived too hot and with no utensils. It was one of the most uncomfortable flights I've ever been on.

There's a reason why fare is cheap, no amenities.

The flight was over an hour late due to staff shortages and due to it being the last evening flight, I got back to Sydney very late

This was the most horrific experience we have ever had. I would advise people to steer clear of this airline at all costs.

I got to the airport earlier than I expected, and they let me change to an earlier flight with no trouble.

It may have been a result of earlier issues with a previous plane, causing delays, but the staff were not nearly as smiley as the previous Jetstar flight I was on. Also, they started boarding before the plane was empty...so we moved from one line into another line. They should have just waited until the plane was empty to avoid waiting in two lines.

We were visiting from California and did not know Melbourne. When we arrived at the main airport, where we also arrived when we flew in, we found to our horror that we were at the wrong airport! There was no obvious to us indication that there were two airports that Jetstar flew out of in Melbourne, or even that there were two airports. The staff tried to find us seats to Sydney but none were available, so we got an Uber and went to the other airport and managed to catch the original flight. The staff were great and very helpful, including figuring out how to check what bag to not have to pay extra for the luggage. I was contrasted with Ryan Air that we had flown with in Europe a few months previously and been treated as cattle and no smiles, no help, just line up and pay. We were impressed by the friendliness and the help extended to us.

Every single one of my flight were delayed. On top of that when I asked for water I didn’t get it the first time. I had to ask for it multiple of time.

It’s only a moment away until they ask you to stand on the scale and charge you a fee for how heavy you weigh.

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