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How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Ballina travel guide

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You're Going to Love Ballina

With a population of 14 242, Ballina is a must-see destination in New South Wales, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Ballina to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Ballina

Ballina in July
Estimated hotel price
S$ 151
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ballina in July
Estimated hotel price
S$ 151
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Ballina

Plane

When flying to Ballina, you’ll arrive at Ballina Byron (BNK), which is located 3 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Ballina from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 13h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Ballina is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 164 km from Ballina. You’ll find branches of Simba Car Hire and Europcar, among others, in Brisbane.

Plane

When flying to Ballina, you’ll arrive at Ballina Byron (BNK), which is located 3 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Ballina from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 13h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Ballina is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 164 km from Ballina. You’ll find branches of Simba Car Hire and Europcar, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Ballina

LSYLismore
OOLCoolangatta Gold Coast
BNKBallina Byron

Airlines serving Ballina

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,139 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,701 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,462 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,603 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,124 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,429 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,661 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (289 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (187 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,060 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,897 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,974 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,824 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,097 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (567 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (500 reviews)
Fiji Airways
Excellent (216 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (430 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ballina

Average rates range from around S$ 129 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 194 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ballina

Most booked hotels in Ballina

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Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Ballina Byron
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
S$ 214+
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Ballina Heritage Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
S$ 157+
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Econo Lodge Chaparral Motel Ballina
0 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 137+
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Coast Inn Motel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
S$ 127+
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Hiring a car in Ballina

Expect to pay S$ 1.39 per litre in Ballina (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 16.65 and S$ 22.20. The most frequently booked car type in Ballina is Economy (Suzuki Swift or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Toyota Hilux or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 1.39 per litre in Ballina (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 16.65 and S$ 22.20. The most frequently booked car type in Ballina is Economy (Suzuki Swift or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Toyota Hilux or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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