Travelling from Merimbula Airport (MIM) to Ballina Byron Airport (BNK): what you need to know
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your MIM to BNK flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Pick a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Merimbula Airport to Ballina Byron Airport. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is a popular stopover on the MIM to BNK route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Merimbula Airport (MIM) to Ballina Byron Airport (BNK)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Merimbula Airport to Ballina Byron Airport flight is 465 €. A return ticket is currently 423 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MIM to BNK, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Merimbula Airport to Ballina Byron Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from MIM to BNK is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Merimbula Airport to Ballina Byron Airport.
Handy information about Merimbula Airport (MIM)
78.28% of flights that depart Merimbula Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Merimbula to Merimbula Airport is approximately 3 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 5 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The journey when using public transport will take about 10 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near MIM? If you're catching an early flight from Merimbula Airport to Ballina Byron Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Ballina Byron Airport (BNK)
Consider staying in a hotel close to BNK if you're taking a late Merimbula Airport to Ballina Byron Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Ballina Byron Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Sixt or Hertz and explore beyond Ballina's main sights.
Booking your ride from Ballina Byron Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) to central Ballina
Ballina Byron Airport to the centre of Ballina has a drive time of about 5 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
It typically takes 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Ballina Byron Airport (BNK)
April is the most popular month for flights from Merimbula Airport to Ballina Byron Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Ballina in April.
Before locking in your flight from Merimbula Airport to Ballina Byron Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Ballina, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MIM to BNK sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Ballina. Around 161 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include South Bank Parklands, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and Story Bridge.
If you want to check out another major destination in Australia, consider Gold Coast, about 97 kilometres north of Ballina. SkyPoint Observation Deck, PCYC Gold Coast and Holiday Holiday are the start of reasons to visit.
