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Ballina Byron Gateway Airport

Ballina, Australia

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Ballina Byron Gateway Airport

Ballina, Australia
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Northern NSW's gateway to the Byron Bay region.

Opened
1942
Location
Ballina, Australia
Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is a regional airport located in Ballina, New South Wales, Australia, serving as the primary air access point for the Northern Rivers region including the popular tourist destination of Byron Bay. It is situated approximately 3 kilometres from Ballina's town centre and about 30 kilometres south of Byron Bay. The airport handles a significant volume of leisure and tourism traffic, benefiting from Byron Bay's status as one of Australia's most visited destinations. It has experienced substantial passenger growth over recent years, competing with Gold Coast Airport to the north for regional traffic. Operated by Richmond Valley Council and Ballina Shire Council, the airport offers direct flights to major Australian cities including Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, making it a convenient alternative to driving from larger hubs.
Terminals
The airport has a single passenger terminal that has undergone expansions to accommodate growing passenger numbers.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include taxis, rideshare services, and shuttle buses connecting the airport to Ballina, Byron Bay, and surrounding towns.
Airlines here
Jetstar and Rex (Regional Express) are among the key carriers operating services from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport.
Notable facts
  • ›The airport's origins date to World War II when it was used as a Royal Australian Air Force base.
  • ›It serves as a popular alternative entry point to Byron Bay, avoiding the more congested Gold Coast Airport.
  • ›The airport is jointly owned and operated by Ballina Shire Council and Richmond Valley Council.
  • ›Passenger numbers have grown significantly in line with Byron Bay's tourism boom.
  • ›The IATA code BNK reflects the airport's historical association with Ballina/Northern Rivers.
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Route map (3 destinations)

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Routes

BNK → MELJQ · 320
BNK → SYDJQ · 320
BNK → SYDVA · 73H E90
BNK → NTLZL · SF3
BNK → SYDZL · SF3
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Ballina Byron Gateway Airport
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Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is a regional airport located at Ballina, New South Wales, Australia. It is owned and operated by Ballina Shire Council. It opened in October 1986.

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