Looking to Hire a Car at Ballina Airport?
At Byron Bay RentACar we offer great prices on vehicles to suit everyone’s needs. No matter where you’re flying in from, within minutes of landing at Ballina airport you can be behind the wheel of your own comfortable and affordable rental car.*
Are you ready to start your holiday?
*A small relocation fee to deliver your vehicle to Ballina Airport from our Byron Bay depot applies.
6 reasons people love Byron Bay RentACar
- Great prices. More often than not, we deliver the cheapest car hire Byron Bay has to offer.
- We can deliver your car to you at Ballina Airport so that you and step off your flight and into your rental car (a small relocation fee applies).
- Full license not required (yes, P-platers you’re in the clear with us).
- No young driver fee.
- 24/7 roadside assistance.
- Unlimited kilometres.
Why do I need a hire car in Byron Bay?



Hiring your own car is the best way to travel around Byron Bay and the surrounding Northern Rivers. Everyone here cycles, walks or drives as public transport is very limited and while you can reach many beautiful places on foot, if the full Byron Bay experience is what you want… Byron Bay RentACar is what you need.
Byron Bay has a lot more to offer than just the town itself. Rent a car and explore neighbouring towns like Lennox Head, Brunswick Heads, Iluka, Bangalow and Nimbin, explore the picturesque hinterland, dine at iconic local cafe’s and restaurants, chill out by a waterfall, chase epic surf breaks and hike through the region’s spectacular national parks.
We have small/medium cars for day trips, wagons that can comfortably sleep 2 for when your explorations take you further away from the bay and of course, 8-seaters for the bigger groups.
Byron Bay RentACar has something for everyone.
Car Rental & Hire Ballina Airport
View our range of vehicles readily available to hire.
Small/Medium Car
Byron Bay RentACar’s Nissan Tiida’s are automatic and super easy to drive. Seating 5 people comfortably, with an incredible amount of leg room for a small car and plenty of room in the boot for luggage. Our air-conditioned Tiida’s are extremely economical on fuel and parking is a breeze. A great option for cruising around the Bay.
MG3 Auto
Our premium MG3 Autos are exceptionally easy to drive and represent our premium small/medium sizes rental cars
8 Seater
Byron Bay RentACar’s Toyota Tarago’s have automatic transmission and are extremely easy to drive. Comfortably seating 8 people, with baby seats available on request for a small additional fee. Air-conditioned and super spacious, the Tarago’s are an ideal choice for large families or groups of friends enjoying a Byron Bay holiday to remember.
Where is Ballina Airport?
Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is located at 210 Southern Cross Drive Ballina NSW 2478. It is situated just 5km from the coastal town of Ballina (don’t forget to check the surf once you’ve picked up your Byron Bay RentACar) and 35km south of Byron Bay. The airport offers daily flights to Sydney and Melbourne, and flights to Newcastle 6 days a week through Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Qantas, Rex Airlines and FlyPelican. As such, Ballina Airport has become Byron Bay’s number one gateway for tourists.
Ballina airport holds the same calm as Byron Bay, and you can relax as soon as your plane touches down. Being a smaller, regional airport it’s free of the stress that is radiated in big cities and you can enjoy a smooth journey through the airport.

How to get from Ballina Airport to Byron Bay RentACar
The Byron Bay Rentacar Depot is located at 268 Ewingsdale Rd, Byron Bay NSW 2481
If you are flying into Ballina Airport, for a small relocation fee we will arrange for your rental car to be waiting for you at the airport, ahead of your arrival. Within moments of landing you can be driving away in air-conditioned comfort behind the wheel of your Byron Bay RentACar.
So what are you waiting for?
Need help booking online? 0437 628 121
Ballina Car Hire FAQs
Q1. What is the cost of renting a vehicle?
A. Prices on the vehicles vary dependent on type of vehicle chosen, our most affordable cars are our range of small/medium cars.
Q2. Do you offer liability reduction?
A. Yes, you can reduce your liability excess down to $550 by purchasing our excess reduction package for $19/day.
Q3. Do you deliver vehicles to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport?
A. Yes. We can deliver your rental car to Ballina Airport so that you can walk straight off the plane and into your hire car. A small relocation fee applies.
Q4. What drivers licence do I need?
A. Minimum age for drivers is 18 and must have held their licence for at least 1 year. We accept Australian drivers licences, P platers (green or red), international licences. Foreign drivers licences needs to have certified translation.
Q5. Is there a minimum hire period?
A. There is NO minimum hire period. Our rates are based on a 24hour hire period with vehicles expected to be returned at the same time of day as they were picked up.
Want to read more FAQs? Read our full list of FAQs here.