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 4 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, St Elmo - Byron Bay (Cnr Fletcher St and Lawson Ln) and Karkalla (10/8 Fletcher St) are great picks. For delicious green meals, No Bones Byron Bay (11 Fletcher Street) and Barrio Byron Bay (1 Porter St) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Byron Bay.

When to visit Byron Bay

Byron Bay in August
Estimated hotel price
$111
1 night at 3-star hotel
Byron Bay in August
Estimated hotel price
$111
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 22 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Byron Bay from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 18h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Byron Bay is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 143 km from Byron Bay. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Plane

When flying to Byron Bay, you’ll arrive at Ballina Byron (BNK), which is located 22 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Byron Bay from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 18h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Byron Bay is to pick up a car rental from Brisbane, which is about 143 km from Byron Bay. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and East Coast Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Byron Bay

BNEBrisbane
OOLCoolangatta Gold Coast
BNKBallina Byron

Airlines serving Byron Bay

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,839 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,700 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,247 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (855 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
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Where to stay in Byron Bay

Average rates range from around $195 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $317 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 (9.1, 988 reviews)
$271+
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Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Ballina Byron
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1876 reviews)
$158+
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Crystalbrook Byron
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, 803 reviews)
$215+
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Almare Tourist Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 921 reviews)
$78+
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Yha Byron Bay
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1851 reviews)
$57+
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Slipway Hotel Motel
3 stars
Good (7.3, 630 reviews)
$84+
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Renting a car in Byron Bay

Renting a car in Byron Bay costs $66 per day, on average, or $262 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 29% more expensive than at Ballina Byron.

Expect to pay $4.01 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 $48.15 and $64.20.

Renting a car in Byron Bay costs $66 per day, on average, or $262 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 29% more expensive than at Ballina Byron.

Expect to pay $4.01 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 $48.15 and $64.20.

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