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    Suzuki Swift
    or similar Economy
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    4
    €38.76
    per day
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    8.8
    Very good
    In terminal
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    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
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    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
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    MG 3
    or similar Compact
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    5
    €39.67€44.08
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.0
    Exceptional
    In terminal
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    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Rental desk is located in terminal.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
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    Toyota Corolla Hatch Hybrid
    or similar Intermediate
    Automatic
    5
    1
    A/C
    5
    1
    €35.25
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.3
    Exceptional
    Meet & Greet
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Terminal Building, Ballina NSW 2478
    We are offering a Meet & Greet service at this branch. Please note, that a SIXT employee will meet you for car pick up/drop off at the SIXT desk in the arrival hall. Please provide your flight number, e-mail address and mobile number.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Terminal Building, Ballina NSW 2478
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    Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
    or similar Intermediate SUV
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    5
    3
    €38.67
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.3
    Exceptional
    Meet & Greet
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Terminal Building, Ballina NSW 2478
    We are offering a Meet & Greet service at this branch. Please note, that a SIXT employee will meet you for car pick up/drop off at the SIXT desk in the arrival hall. Please provide your flight number, e-mail address and mobile number.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Terminal Building, Ballina NSW 2478
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    Toyota Corolla
    or similar Intermediate
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    2
    €38.27
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.3
    Exceptional
    Meet & Greet
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Terminal Building
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Terminal Building
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    MG 5
    or similar Standard
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    5
    6
    €39.87€44.30
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.0
    Exceptional
    In terminal
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    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Rental desk is located in terminal.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
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    Subaru Crosstrek
    or similar Intermediate Crossover
    Automatic
    5
    1
    A/C
    5
    7
    €40.46
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.3
    Exceptional
    Meet & Greet
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Terminal Building, Ballina NSW 2478
    We are offering a Meet & Greet service at this branch. Please note, that a SIXT employee will meet you for car pick up/drop off at the SIXT desk in the arrival hall. Please provide your flight number, e-mail address and mobile number.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Terminal Building, Ballina NSW 2478
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    Low deposit
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    Toyota Corolla
    or similar Compact
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    8
    €40.69
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.8
    Very good
    In terminal
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    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
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    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
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    Low deposit
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    Suzuki Swift
    or similar Economy
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    9
    €40.80
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.0
    Exceptional
    In terminal
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    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Southern Cross Drive
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Southern Cross Drive
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    MG ZS
    or similar Intermediate SUV
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    10
    €40.95€47.61
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.0
    Exceptional
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Rental desk is located in terminal.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
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    Low deposit
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    Mazda CX-3
    or similar Economy SUV
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    5
    11
    €42.63
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.8
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
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    Low deposit
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    Toyota Corolla
    or similar Compact
    Automatic
    4
    2
    A/C
    4
    12
    €42.84
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.0
    Exceptional
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Southern Cross Drive
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Southern Cross Drive
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    Low deposit
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    Toyota Corolla
    or similar Compact
    Automatic
    4
    2
    A/C
    4
    13
    €43.13
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.6
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Southern Cross Drive
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Southern Cross Drive
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    Mazda CX-30
    or similar Compact SUV
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    5
    14
    €43.65
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.8
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
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    Low deposit
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    Mazda CX-3
    or similar Compact SUV
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    15
    €45.95
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.0
    Exceptional
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Southern Cross Drive
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Southern Cross Drive
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    Low deposit
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    Mazda CX-3
    or similar Compact SUV
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    16
    €46.27
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.6
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Southern Cross Drive
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Southern Cross Drive
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    Low deposit
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    Mazda CX-30
    or similar Compact SUV
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    5
    17
    €47.64
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.6
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    210 Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    210 Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
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    Low deposit
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    Mazda CX-5
    or similar Intermediate SUV
    Automatic
    5
    3
    A/C
    4
    18
    €48.02
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.8
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
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    Low deposit
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    Toyota Hilux
    or similar Intermediate Regular Cab Pickup
    Automatic
    2
    3
    A/C
    2
    19
    €48.94
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.8
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
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    Low deposit
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    All-wheel drive
    This is an all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicle.
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    Kia Sportage
    or similar Intermediate SUV
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    5
    20
    €50.20
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.8
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
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    Low deposit
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    Toyota Camry
    or similar Full-size
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    4
    21
    €50.99
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.0
    Exceptional
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Southern Cross Drive
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Southern Cross Drive
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    Low deposit
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    Toyota RAV4
    or similar Standard SUV
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    5
    22
    €52.10
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.3
    Exceptional
    Meet & Greet
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Terminal Building, Ballina NSW 2478
    We are offering a Meet & Greet service at this branch. Please note, that a SIXT employee will meet you for car pick up/drop off at the SIXT desk in the arrival hall. Please provide your flight number, e-mail address and mobile number.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Terminal Building, Ballina NSW 2478
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    Low deposit
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    Mazda CX-5
    or similar Intermediate SUV
    Automatic
    5
    3
    A/C
    4
    23
    €52.42
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.6
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    210 Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    210 Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
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    Low deposit
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    Unlimited mileage
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    All-wheel drive
    This is an all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicle.
    Kia Sportage
    or similar Intermediate SUV
    Automatic
    5
    2
    A/C
    5
    24
    €54.81
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.6
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    210 Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    210 Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
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    Low deposit
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    Nissan X-Trail
    or similar Standard SUV
    Automatic
    5
    3
    A/C
    5
    25
    €56.32€68.68
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.0
    Exceptional
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Rental desk is located in terminal.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
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    Low deposit
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    Toyota Hiace Cargo
    or similar Compact Van
    Automatic
    3
    10
    No A/C
    4
    26
    €57.90€67.32
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.0
    Exceptional
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Rental desk is located in terminal.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
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    Low deposit
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    4x4
    This vehicle has four-wheel drive (4WD) which is useful for more challenging roads.
    Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD
    or similar Standard SUV
    Automatic
    7
    2
    A/C
    5
    27
    €59.92
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.3
    Exceptional
    Meet & Greet
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Terminal Building, Ballina NSW 2478
    We are offering a Meet & Greet service at this branch. Please note, that a SIXT employee will meet you for car pick up/drop off at the SIXT desk in the arrival hall. Please provide your flight number, e-mail address and mobile number.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Terminal Building, Ballina NSW 2478
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
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    Unlimited mileage
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    All-wheel drive
    This is an all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicle.
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    Subaru Forester
    or similar Standard SUV
    Automatic
    5
    3
    A/C
    5
    28
    €61.58€71.61
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.0
    Exceptional
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Rental desk is located in terminal.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
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    Low deposit
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    Unlimited mileage
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    Ford Everest
    or similar Full-size SUV
    Automatic
    5
    4
    A/C
    4
    29
    €66.61€81.23
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.0
    Exceptional
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Rental desk is located in terminal.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
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    Toyota Kluger
    or similar Full-size Elite SUV
    Automatic
    5
    4
    A/C
    5
    30
    €67.61€82.45
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.0
    Exceptional
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Rental desk is located in terminal.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Pay part now
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    Kia Carnival
    or similar Premium Van
    Automatic
    8
    3
    A/C
    5
    31
    €67.80€82.68
    per day
    Free cancellation
    9.0
    Exceptional
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Rental desk is located in terminal.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Pay part now
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    Kia Carnival
    or similar Full-size Van
    Automatic
    8
    3
    A/C
    5
    32
    €93.76
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.8
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Please clarify drop-off instructions with the supplier upon pick-up.
    Low deposit
    Instant confirmation!
    Unlimited mileage
    Pay now
    Kia Carnival
    or similar Full-size Van
    Automatic
    8
    3
    A/C
    5
    33
    €102.50
    per day
    Free cancellation
    8.6
    Very good
    In terminal
    Pick-up information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    210 Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    Airport Location, please follow signs to the car rental stations.
    Drop-off information
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    210 Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
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    Travel information

    Languages
    English
    Currency
    AUD
    Drive on
    Left-hand side
    Country code
    +61
    Average car rental price
    €71 per day
    Average car rental length
    5 days
    Speed limit within town
    50 km/h or 31 mph
    Speed limit out of town
    100 - 130 km/h or 62 - 81 mph
    Acceptable limit of BAC
    0.05%
    Rating
    10 / 10

    Airport travel guide

    Ballina Airport

    Named after a local town, and sometimes also known as the Byron Gateway, Ballina Airport is the main entry point of the Northern Rivers region in the northernmost part of the Australian state of New South Wales, near the border with Queensland. These are three of the most interesting attractions on the North Coast:

    • Ballina. Located just a stone’s throw south of the airport, the town of Ballina borders three bodies of water: North Creek, Richmond River, and the Pacific. Unsurprisingly, there is a wealth of attractive beaches in the area, including some excellent surfing spots. Ballina is also famous for the Big Prawn, the largest prawn sculpture on the planet, and a nod to one of the staples of the local cuisine.
    • Byron Bay. Arguably the most famous settlement in the Northern Rivers – which is sometimes also called the Rainbow Region – Byron Bay has long attracted both Australian and foreign visitors thanks to the beauty of its natural landscape, surfing and diving opportunities, and, naturally, beaches. The territory around the city includes Cape Byron Bay Conservation Area, a nature refuge and the easternmost point on the Australian mainland. The drive from the Ballina Airport to Byron Bay takes only about 30 minutes.
    • Wollumbin National Park. Formerly known as the Mount Warning National Park after the 1,150-meter (3,770 feet) peak at its heart, Wollumbin is one of the most interesting nature areas in this part of the country. The mount itself is the remaining cauldron of a long-extinct volcano, and the park is home to various marsupial, bird, and reptile species. The word Wollumbin means ‘cloud-catcher’ in the local Bundjalung language. The drive from Ballina to the park takes just under two hours.

    Top international routes

    • Sydney
    • Melbourne

    Main airlines

    Qantas, Virgin Australia, Jetstar, and Pelican are the four airlines that fly from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport.

    Terminals

    A very small airport by international standards, there is only one, easily accessible terminal. As of 2023, expansion and development of the airport’s security systems and parking areas are underway.

    Location

    The airport is about 3.5 km (2.2 miles) north of Ballina’s city center and some 35 km (22 miles) south of Byron Bay. The trip to the latter takes about 25-30 minutes.

    Most popular types of rental car

    • SUVs - from €57 per day
    • Medium cars - from €56 per day
    • Large cars - from €51 per day
    • Vans - from €81 per day
    • Small cars - from €54 per day

    Car rental desks

    Most are located inside the terminal.

    Services and facilities

    A very small and cozy airport, it has a shop, a cafeteria, an ATM, and a visitor information desk. The airport offers free Wi-Fi.

    Nearest gas station

    An Ampol gas station at the address 44 Pacific Highway is about halfway between the airport and the city and can be reached by car in about five minutes. This station has different opening hours, depending on the day of the week. There are a number of other gas stations near the airport and in Ballina.

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    Airport info

    Name
    Ballina Airport (BNK)
    IATA
    BNK
    ICAO
    YBNA
    Distance from city
    2.5 miles / 4 km
    Overall rating
    6.4 / 10
    Getting to the airport
    7.1
    Check-in and departures
    7.2
    Terminal facilities
    6.1
    Wi-Fi
    6.5
    Restaurants and car rental services
    5.9
    Lounge
    5.9

    Top 20 locations near Ballina Airport

    1. Gold Coast Airportfrom €17.10 per day
      74.7 km / 46.42 miles away
    2. Brisbane Rockleafrom €30.55 per day
      152.1 km / 94.51 miles away
    3. Brisbane Tingalpafrom €30.83 per day
      156.9 km / 97.49 miles away
    4. Brisbane (Downtown)from €30.74 per day
      161.1 km / 100.1 miles away
    5. Brisbane Ascotfrom €56.00 per day
      163.4 km / 101.53 miles away
    6. Brisbane Airportfrom €21.78 per day
      167 km / 103.77 miles away
    7. Coffs Harbour Airportfrom €31.27 per day
      170.8 km / 106.13 miles away
    8. Armidale Airportfrom €30.11 per day
      266.1 km / 165.35 miles away
    9. Tamworth Airportfrom €35.60 per day
      361.9 km / 224.87 miles away
    10. Moree Airportfrom €32.05 per day
      367.8 km / 228.54 miles away
    11. Hervey Bay Airportfrom €38.29 per day
      396.6 km / 246.44 miles away
    12. Hervey Bay Downtownfrom €34.95 per day
      402.4 km / 250.04 miles away
    13. Bundaberg Airportfrom €36.15 per day
      454.1 km / 282.16 miles away
    14. Bundaberg Downtownfrom €34.14 per day
      457.3 km / 284.15 miles away

    Map of top car rental locations

    A
    SIXT
    Terminal Building, Ballina NSW 2478
    B
    Hertz
    Southern Cross Drive
    C
    Europcar
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    D
    Thrifty
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    E
    Dollar
    210 Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478

    When to book at Ballina Airport and for how long?

    When are car rental prices the lowest at Ballina Airport?

    The cost of renting a car at Ballina Airport varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.

    Saver's insights

    Cheapest monthMay Most expensive month August
    Average price €39 A good deal €58 Cheapest supplier SIXT Cheapest car type Large cars
    Average rental costs per day at Ballina Airport
    €68
    €34
    €0

    €43

    in January

    Jan

    €44

    in February

    Feb

    €46

    in March

    Mar

    €46

    in April

    Apr

    €37

    in May

    May

    €39

    in June

    Jun

    €47

    in July

    Jul

    €62

    in August

    Aug

    €55

    in September

    Sep

    €61

    in October

    Oct

    €44

    in November

    Nov

    €46

    in December

    Dec

    The cheapest month of the year to rent a car at Ballina Airport is May — when rental costs average €36.82 per day. This is 7% cheaper than the yearly average and 40% cheaper than renting a car in August (when prices average €61.51 per day).

    This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.

    What is the most popular time of year to rent a car at Ballina Airport?

    Based on how many users search for a car in at Ballina Airport, travelers are most likely to rent a car in January, while they are least likely to rent in in September.

    Monthly searches at Ballina Airport by pick-up date relative to the average
    1.9
    0.9
    0

    1.7 times in January

    Jan

    1.2 times in February

    Feb

    1.1 times in March

    Mar

    1.5 times in April

    Apr

    0.9 times in May

    May

    Same as average in June

    Jun

    1.2 times in July

    Jul

    0.4 times in August

    Aug

    0.1 times in September

    Sep

    0.3 times in October

    Oct

    Same as average in November

    Nov

    1.5 times in December

    Dec

    For how long do renters keep their vehicles at Ballina Airport?

    How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in July the average rental period is 7 days, while in September, the average rental period is only 2 days.

    Average number of rental days at Ballina Airport
    8
    4
    0

    6 days in January

    Jan

    4 days in February

    Feb

    5 days in March

    Mar

    6 days in April

    Apr

    5 days in May

    May

    5 days in June

    Jun

    7 days in July

    Jul

    3 days in August

    Aug

    2 days in September

    Sep

    5 days in October

    Oct

    5 days in November

    Nov

    5 days in December

    Dec

    Car rental information

    🔥 Popular suppliersEverything Fleet, SIXT, Europcar, Thrifty, Keddy
    🚗 Popular car typesSUVs, Small cars, Large cars, Vans
    🤑 Lowest price€51 per day
    👛 Cheapest supplierSIXT

    Here's what travelers say about renting a car at Ballina Airport

    10
    starstarstarstarstar
    Average rating
    Based on 3 reviews
    Best month to visit
    June
    Happiest customers drive
    Toyota Corolla
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    9 Feb 2024
    starstarstarstarstar
    MG HS Aut.
    Wedding
    4 Jun 2023
    starstarstarstarstar
    Mitsubishi Outlander Aut.
    First stop after Ballina was Lenix head. Went to the pub for a great meal and met Chris Hemsworth. Wow. amazing waterfalls great. Eateries crystal caves was an eye-opener swimming in the surf, sunsets and stargazing. Talented buskers, friendly people, and staff everywhere we ate.
    20 Mar 2020
    starstarstarstarstar
    Kia Rio
    Watch potholes on most minor roads

    Car rental statistics

    Highest-rated company
    SIXT (rated 9.3 / 10)
    Lowest-rated company
    Routes Car Rental (rated 7.8 / 10)
    Total number of reviews
    4
    Total rental companies
    10
    Average daily price
    €71
    Lowest daily price
    €51
    Total cars available
    55

    Top 10 suppliers at Ballina Airport in 2025

    9.3
    Exceptional
    42 reviews
    Value for money
    8.5
    Ease of finding
    9.8
    Agent helpfulness
    9.1
    Pick-up speed
    9.4
    Drop-off speed
    9.5
    Car cleanliness
    9.3
    Car condition
    9.2
    €51 - €118
    per day
    Terminal Building, Ballina NSW 2478
    +61266867955
    Show working hours
    Mon
    08:00-17:00
    Tue
    08:00-17:00
    Wed
    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    9.0
    Exceptional
    11 reviews
    Value for money
    8.2
    Ease of finding
    9.6
    Agent helpfulness
    8.2
    Pick-up speed
    9.5
    Drop-off speed
    9.6
    Car cleanliness
    9
    Car condition
    9.1
    €56 - €95
    per day
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    +610266862992
    Show working hours
    Mon
    07:30-19:00
    Tue
    07:30-19:00
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    07:30-19:00
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    07:30-19:00
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    07:30-19:00
    Sat
    07:30-19:00
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    07:30-19:00
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    9.0
    Exceptional
    12 reviews
    Value for money
    8.5
    Ease of finding
    9.2
    Agent helpfulness
    8.8
    Pick-up speed
    8.8
    Drop-off speed
    9.3
    Car cleanliness
    9.2
    Car condition
    9.2
    €57 - €71
    per day
    Southern Cross Drive
    0266862143
    Show working hours
    Mon
    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
    Sat
    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    8.8
    Very good
    14 reviews
    Value for money
    8.3
    Ease of finding
    8.9
    Agent helpfulness
    8.5
    Pick-up speed
    8.9
    Drop-off speed
    9
    Car cleanliness
    9
    Car condition
    9
    €54 - €89
    per day
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    +61136139
    Show working hours
    Mon
    08:00-17:00
    Tue
    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    Dollar
    Dollar
    8.6
    Very good
    2 reviews
    Value for money
    8.7
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    9.1
    Pick-up speed
    7.9
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    9.2
    Car condition
    9.2
    €60 - €73
    per day
    210 Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    +611800501934
    Show working hours
    Mon
    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
    Sat
    08:00-17:00
    Sun
    08:00-17:00
    Avis
    Avis
    8.5
    Very good
    1 review
    Value for money
    8.4
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    8.5
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    9.2
    Car condition
    9.2
    €60 - €73
    per day
    210 Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478, Australia
    +610266867650
    Show working hours
    Mon
    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
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    08:00-17:00
    Thu
    08:00-17:00
    Fri
    08:00-17:00
    Sat
    08:00-14:00; 15:00-17:00
    Sun
    08:00-14:00; 15:00-17:00
    Budget
    Budget
    8.5
    Very good
    1 review
    Value for money
    8.3
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    8.6
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    9.2
    Car condition
    8.9
    €60 - €73
    per day
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478,
    +610266869955
    Show working hours
    Mon
    08:00-20:30
    Tue
    08:00-20:30
    Wed
    08:00-20:30
    Thu
    08:00-20:30
    Fri
    08:00-20:30
    Sat
    08:00-19:00
    Sun
    08:00-20:30
    Firefly
    Firefly
    8.2
    Very good
    Value for money
    8.3
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    8.2
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    8.3
    Car condition
    8.3
    €60 - €73
    per day
    Southern Cross Drive
    0266862143
    Show working hours
    Mon
    08:30-17:30
    Tue
    09:30-17:00
    Wed
    09:30-17:30
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    08:30-17:30
    Fri
    08:30-18:00
    Sat
    08:30-17:30
    Sun
    09:30-18:00
    Keddy
    Keddy
    8.2
    Very good
    1 review
    Value for money
    7.7
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    7.7
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    8.7
    Car condition
    8.5
    €65 - €113
    per day
    Airport, Airport Terminal, Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW 2478
    +610266862992
    Show working hours
    Mon
    07:30-19:00
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    07:30-19:00
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    07:30-19:00
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    07:30-19:00
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    07:30-19:00
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    07:30-19:00
    Sun
    07:30-19:00
    Routes Car Rental
    Routes Car Rental
    7.8
    Average
    Value for money
    7.1
    Ease of finding
    8.2
    Agent helpfulness
    7
    Pick-up speed
    8
    Drop-off speed
    8.2
    Car cleanliness
    8
    Car condition
    7.9
    €65 - €113
    per day
    Terminal Building,Ballina Byron Gateway Airport,Ballina,New South Wales , 2478,Au
    610266862992
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