BNK

When landing at Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK), sit on the Right side for the best views. On the typical runway 06 approach, the aircraft flies northeast from inland toward the coast, putting the Pacific coastline on the right-hand side. Passengers get sweeping views of the beaches, Richmond River mouth, and the Byron Bay headland with its lighthouse to the north. Notable sights include: Cape Byron headland and lighthouse, Richmond River mouth, Ballina's coastal beaches, Julian Rocks offshore.

Arriving at Ballina Byron Gateway Airport in Ballina, passengers on the Right side enjoy views of Cape Byron headland and lighthouse, Richmond River mouth, Ballina's coastal beaches, Julian Rocks offshore. On the typical runway 06 approach, the aircraft flies northeast from inland toward the coast, putting the Pacific coastline on the right-hand side. Passengers get sweeping views of the beaches, Richmond River mouth, and the Byron Bay headland with its lighthouse to the north.

The best window seat landing at Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK) depends on several factors: the approach path and runway in use, geographic features around Ballina (mountains, coastlines, city skylines), weather conditions, and time of day. Morning and evening arrivals often offer the best lighting.