Traveling from Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) to Darwin International Airport (DRW): what you need to know
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as July and other peak periods. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Finding a stopover on flights from Ballina Byron Airport to Darwin International Airport is simple with our search tool. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a sought-after stopover when flying from BNK to DRW.
For a domestic flight within Australia, you don't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to present some form of identification, like an ID card or driver's license. Once you've found your cheap ticket from BNK to DRW, check your ID is valid before you take to the skies.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ballina Byron Airport (BNK) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ballina Byron Airport to Darwin International Airport is $187. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $421. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BNK to DRW if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
Getting cheap tickets from Ballina Byron Airport to Darwin International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Ballina Byron Airport to Darwin International Airport. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Handy information about Ballina Byron Airport (BNK)
Ballina Byron Airport is around 3 kilometers from central Ballina. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take 6 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 16 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near BNK? If you've booked an early flight from Ballina Byron Airport to Darwin International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Consider staying in a hotel near DRW if you're on a late flight from Ballina Byron Airport to Darwin International Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Darwin International Airport (DRW) to central Darwin
From Darwin International Airport, Darwin is approximately 13 kilometers away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the center driving.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 12 minutes.
When to fly to Darwin International Airport (DRW)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Ballina Byron Airport to Darwin International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Darwin. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Ballina Byron Airport to Darwin International Airport for November if you'd like to explore Darwin during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 34ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 18ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BNK to DRW sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Darwin
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Darwin right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from BNK to DRW:
Mindil Beach and Crocosaurus Cove are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Darwin to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Crocodylus Park.
Complete your Darwin trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Darwin International Airport — next on the list is finding a great place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Darwin.