Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Byron Bay travel guide

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You're Going to Love Byron Bay

With a population of 6,764, Byron Bay is a must-see destination in New South Wales, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Byron Bay has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Byron Bay

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Mez Club (U 4 85-87 Jonson St) and Bay Pizza Lab (Shops 4/5 2 Fletcher Street) are great picks.

When to visit Byron Bay

Byron Bay in August
Estimated hotel price
$76
1 night at 3-star hotel
Byron Bay in August
Estimated hotel price
$76
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Byron Bay

Plane

When flying to Byron Bay, you’ll arrive at Ballina Byron (BNK), which is located 14 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Byron Bay from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 30h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Byron Bay is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 89 miles from Byron Bay. You’ll find branches of Alpha and Simba Car Hire, among others, in Brisbane.

Plane

When flying to Byron Bay, you’ll arrive at Ballina Byron (BNK), which is located 14 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Byron Bay from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 30h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Byron Bay is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 89 miles from Byron Bay. You’ll find branches of Alpha and Simba Car Hire, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Byron Bay

BNEBrisbane
OOLCoolangatta Gold Coast
BNKBallina Byron

Airlines serving Byron Bay

Lufthansa
Good (8,128 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,537 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,102 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,442 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,998 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,458 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,251 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,623 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,979 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,612 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,875 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,328 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,418 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,406 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,572 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,283 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,655 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,010 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,010 reviews)
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Where to stay in Byron Bay

From 5-star hotels such as the Crystalbrook Byron to great affordable options like the The Lord Byron, Byron Bay offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $152 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $295 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Byron Bay

Most booked hotels in Byron Bay

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Elements of Byron
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, 1196 reviews)
$254+
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Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Ballina Byron
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2204 reviews)
$155+
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The Lord Byron
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1834 reviews)
$162+
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Almare Tourist Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1036 reviews)
$79+
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Ballina Homestead Motel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1335 reviews)
$107+
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Ballina Byron Islander Resort and Conference Centre
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1455 reviews)
$86+
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Renting a car in Byron Bay

Renting a car in Byron Bay costs $67 per day, on average, or $200 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 28% more expensive than at Ballina Byron.

Expect to pay $4.28 per gallon in Byron Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.33 and $68.44. The most frequently booked car type in Byron Bay is Intermediate (Mazda CX-5 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Skoda Scala or similar) are, on average, 75% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Byron Bay costs $67 per day, on average, or $200 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 28% more expensive than at Ballina Byron.

Expect to pay $4.28 per gallon in Byron Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.33 and $68.44. The most frequently booked car type in Byron Bay is Intermediate (Mazda CX-5 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Skoda Scala or similar) are, on average, 75% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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