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Flight deals from Ballina to Sydney

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Sydney.P3,275 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Sep, returning Sun, 21 Sep.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Ballina on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Sun, 21 Sep, arriving in Ballina.Price includes taxes and charges.From P3,275, select.
Sydney.P3,648 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Feb, returning Wed, 25 Feb.Return flight with Jetstar.Outbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Ballina on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar departs from Sydney on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Ballina.Price includes taxes and charges.From P3,648, select.
Sydney.P3,649 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Jan, returning Mon, 26 Jan.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Ballina on Fri, 16 Jan, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Sydney on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Ballina.Price includes taxes and charges.From P3,649, select.
Sydney.P3,649 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Dec, returning Tue, 13 Jan.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Ballina on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Sydney on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Ballina.Price includes taxes and charges.From P3,649, select.
Sydney.P3,657 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Jan, returning Sun, 8 Feb.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Ballina on Sat, 17 Jan, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Sydney on Sun, 8 Feb, arriving in Ballina.Price includes taxes and charges.From P3,657, select.
Sydney.P3,657 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Feb, returning Sun, 1 Mar.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Ballina on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Sydney on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Ballina.Price includes taxes and charges.From P3,657, select.
Sydney.P3,671 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Apr, returning Mon, 4 May.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Ballina on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Sydney on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Ballina.Price includes taxes and charges.From P3,671, select.
Sydney.P3,671 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Nov, returning Tue, 9 Dec.Return flight with Virgin Australia.Outbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Ballina on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Inbound direct flight with Virgin Australia departs from Sydney on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Ballina.Price includes taxes and charges.From P3,671, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ballina to Sydney

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ballina to Sydney flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
from P4,460
Sep
from P3,275
Oct
from P4,460
Nov
from P4,890
Dec
from P4,366
Jan
from P3,649
Feb
from P3,648
Mar
from P4,382
Apr
from P4,876
May
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Jun
from P4,382
Jul
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Direct flights from Ballina to Sydney

Ballina to Sydney: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Ballina to Sydney below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sydney.

Ballina to Sydney: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP3,275
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 28 mins
Most popular airlineQantas
Average flights per week119

Finding cheap flights from Ballina to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Ballina to Sydney is P3,275. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Ballina to Sydney.
Qantas, Jetstar and Emirates fly direct from Ballina to Sydney.
As of August 2025, there are 119 flights per week flying from Ballina to Sydney.
The cheapest month to fly from Ballina to Sydney is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ballina Airport to Sydney Airport on Saturday, 20 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 28 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sydney but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sydney.

Travelling from Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Ballina Byron Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Ballina and Sydney follow the same timezone, UTC+11.

  • Take your pick of 135 weekly Ballina Byron Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flights. The 08:40 departure with Jetstar is the earliest available. Qantas operates the latest service of the day at 18:50.

  • Leave enough time to make your BNK to SYD flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • You can travel nonstop to Sydney, Australia. Take off with one of these carriers that offer direct flights from Ballina Byron Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport:

  • Jetstar is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

  • Jetstar leads the way as the most punctual carrier for BNK to SYD flights, with 80.92% of services arriving on schedule.

  • Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Ballina Byron Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Many travellers pass through Melbourne Tullamarine Airport on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Ballina Byron Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight is P1,415. A return fare right now is P3,275. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • To score cheap tickets from BNK to SYD, reserve your trip six months ahead of your departure date.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Ballina Byron Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from BNK to SYD by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Ballina Byron Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

Handy information about Ballina Byron Airport (BNK)

  • 78.1% of flights leaving from Ballina Byron Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • Central Ballina to Ballina Byron Airport is approximately 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 5 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • The journey on public transport typically takes 15 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Ballina Byron Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to BNK:

Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • If you're arriving on a late Ballina Byron Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near SYD:

  • Grab a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car and discover Sydney and beyond with your own wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Yes Drive are popular outlets you can book with here.

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.

Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to the centre of Sydney has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.

When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • April is the busiest month for flights from Ballina Byron Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Sydney in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Ballina Byron Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport for January if you want to go to Sydney during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).

  • July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BNK to SYD around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Australia

  • You've seen Sydney, now it's time to explore more of Australia. Journey around 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to check off its top attractions. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If you're ready to explore another corner of Australia, consider Newcastle, about 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are key highlights.

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