On this page, you can book flights from Ballina to Melbourne. Covering a distance of 1,274 km, flights on this route operate on average 4 times a week.
The main carrier for this route is Jetstar (JQ). Fares are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-fare calendar and price chart to find the best deals. You can find useful information on how to get to Ballina airport and how to get from Melbourne airport in the relevant sections.
The table shows direct flights Ballina → Melbourne on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 50 min. Regular flights are operated by Jetstar Airways. Departures from Ballina Byron Airport airports, arrivals at Tullamarine Airport and Avalon Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Ballina — Melbourne by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 304 in b, and the most expensive are around AED 502 in n. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Ballina → Melbourne, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 601 | high | May | AED 344 | low | Sep | AED 573 | high |
| Feb | AED 372 | low | Jun | AED 372 | low | Oct | AED 458 | medium |
| Mar | AED 429 | medium | Jul | AED 429 | medium | Nov | AED 487 | medium |
| Apr | AED 573 | high | Aug | AED 372 | low | Dec | AED 630 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Melbourne is temperate: the warmest month is January, with average temperatures reaching 26.3°C. The coolest and rainiest weather occurs in July and August, when temperatures drop to 6.5°C and rainfall remains consistently high.
From a budget perspective, it is most cost-effective to plan your trip for November, when ticket prices start AED 304. Peak prices are recorded in June — AED 503.
November is considered the optimal choice for its balance of price and weather conditions. Avoid traveling in June and July if you want to minimize flight costs and skip the coldest months.
One main airline, Jetstar (JQ), operates regular flights on the Ballina to Melbourne route. The carrier provides a direct connection between the cities, offering approximately 4 departures per week. To check departure times and view a detailed schedule for specific days of the week, explore the airline list and interactive flight cards below.
Flights Ballina — Melbourne depart from Ballina Byron Airport and arrive at Tullamarine Airport and Avalon Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight on this route, covering a distance of 1,274 km, takes on average about 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours.
The main operator providing regular flights from Ballina to Melbourne is the low-cost airline Jetstar (JQ).
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, allowing you to reach your destination without any layovers.
Flights from Ballina arrive at the main international airport in Melbourne (MEL).
To find the best deals, we recommend looking at November. Current minimum prices are always available in the calendar on this page.
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