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Flights from Ballina to Sydney

Nonstop flights from Ballina (BNK) to Sydney (SYD) take about 1h 16m (612 km). Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas fly it. Lowest fare seen: $45 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Ballina to Sydney

Carriers on BNK–SYD according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Jetstarnonstop fare seen✈ Virgin Australianonstop fare seen✈ Qantasnonstop fare seen

Ballina to Sydney fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Feb 2027, from $45 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$6728 Oct 2026 · Jetstar	—
Nov 2026	$7311 Nov 2026 · Jetstar	—
Feb 2027	$454 Feb 2027 · Jetstar	—
May 2027	$5220 May 2027 · Virgin Australia	—
Jun 2027	$5327 Jun 2027 · Jetstar	—

When to go for the lowest fare

Later departures were cheaper: from $45 in February 2027, against $67 for October 2026.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Ballina to Sydney, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Sydney

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Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Peak season: September – November, March – May

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Frequently asked questions — Ballina to Sydney flights

How long is the flight from Ballina to Sydney?

A nonstop flight from Ballina (BNK) to Sydney (SYD) takes about 1h 16m, covering 612 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Ballina from Sydney by air?

The great-circle distance between Ballina Byron Gateway Airport and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport is 612 km (380 miles), a short-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Ballina to Sydney?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the BNK–SYD route include Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Ballina to Sydney cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on BNK–SYD was $45 USD with Jetstar (nonstop), departing 4 Feb 2027, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

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

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in February 2027 were cheapest, from $45 one-way, against $73 for November 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Do I need a visa to travel from Ballina to Australia?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Australia visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Sydney?

Spring (Sept–Nov) and autumn (Mar–May) are ideal across most of Australia. Summers in the interior are extremely hot; northern Australia (tropical north) is best during dry season (May–Oct).

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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