Cheap Ballina - Byron Gateway (BNK) Flights

Yes, the Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is located just a 5-minute drive from Ballina CBD and is the closest airport to Byron Bay, only 25-minutes away. You might hear locals refer to this airport as Byron Ballina Airport.

Several airlines fly into Ballina Airport: Virgin Australia, Jetstar, Qantas, Pelican Air, and Regional Express all fly here regularly.

BNK is the International Air Transport Association (IATA) code for Ballina Airport.

It certainly does, and there are quite a few to choose from: Avis, Europcar, Thrifty and Budget all offer car hire services from Ballina Airport.

Yes, the parking lot is located in front of the terminal building. Parking is not free, however. They charge hourly, daily, and overnight rates. The gate locks at 9 p.m. and opens at 5 a.m. daily.

If you’re feeling a bit peckish, grab a meal at The Beach Grill & SALT BAR within the terminal departure lounge. It’s open 7 days a week, and you can order one of the famous Ballina Burgers or just get a cold one and relax.

The fastest way to get to Byron Bay from Ballina Airport is to follow the M1 and exit Ewingsdale Road. This route will take you about 35-minutes. However, if you want a more coastal route, then get on Broken Head Road and travel north for around 45-minutes.

• Big Prawn: We suggest checking another item off your ‘Big Things’ checklist. This super-sized shrimp is located outside Bunnings Hardware. At 30 feet tall and weighing almost 40 tons, it’s pretty impressive.
• Lighthouse Beach: Stroll along the walking tracks at this beautiful beach while you’ve got some time in Ballina. You can even stop in for a bite to eat at the famous Lighthouse Beach Café.
• Ballina Naval and Maritime Museum: Learn more about Ballina’s maritime culture and check out the most extensive naval merchant ship model collections in Australia.