He may be one of Hollywood's biggest names, but was happy to ride with the cattle classes during his visit to Australia on Monday.
The 53-year-old was accompanied by his wife, , 49, as the pair boarded a commercial flight from Sydney to Ballina.
Eschewing a private jet, the A-lister shunned the usual celebrity fanfare, checking in, queueing to board and disembarking like every other passenger with no VIP treatment in sight.
Matt and Luciana were also accompanied by friends, including Aussie businessman and AVMIN founder Paul O'Brien, who ironically made his fortune in private jets.
The group were headed to the beachside town of Ballina, , which is located a short drive from Byron Bay, where Matt's good friend Chris Hemsworth lives in a sprawling mansion, and where Matt and his family have spent many summers.
The Martian actor dressed down for the short flight, wearing a blue, checked flannel shirt along with classic blue jeans.
He may be one of Hollywood's biggest names, but Matt Damon (pictured) was happy to ride with the cattle classes during his visit to Australia on Monday
The 53-year-old was accompanied by his wife, Luciana Barroso, 49, (left) as the pair boarded a commercial Virgin Australia flight from Sydney to Ballina
Eschewing a private jet, the A-lister shunned the usual celebrity fanfare, checking in, queueing to board and disembarking like every other passenger with no VIP treatment in sight
Matt popped on a pair of designer sunglasses and carried a black backpack over one arm.
He finished the look with white sneakers, and was seen wheeling along his own luggage without the assistance of minders.
Luciana also opted for a casual look, sporting a fitted white top with matching trousers.
She added a touch of luxury with a black leather Chanel bag and finished the outfit with a pair of simple flip flops.
For accessories, the Argentinian-born star wore a dangling silver necklace and a number of rings.
She had earlier arrived in a black cardigan, which she stripped off in the terminal, likely due to the warm weather in the region.
Luciana appeared to have on minimal makeup and wore he brunette bob in soft waves around her face.
After landing, the group traversed the tarmac with their luggage in tow, again without the aid of minders.
Matt and Luciana were also accompanied by friends, including Aussie businessman and AVMIN founder Paul O'Brien, who ironically made his fortune in private jets
The group were headed to the beachside town of Ballina, NSW, which is located a short drive from Byron Bay
Byron Bay is where Matt's good friend Chris Hemsworth lives in a sprawling mansion, and where Matt and his family have spent many summers
The Martian actor dressed down for the short flight, wearing a blue, checked flannel shirt along with classic blue jeans
Matt popped on a pair of designer sunglasses and carried a black backpack over one arm
Luciana also opted for a casual look, sporting a fitted white top with matching trousers
Matt was seen wheeling along his own luggage without the assistance of minders
Damon has a strong connection to Australia, where he has spent extended periods with his family and formed close friendships.
The actor regularly stays in , where his long-time friend is based, and is routinely seen on holidays with Chris and his wife .
Damon has also been a familiar face at local events, including AFL matches and Derby Day, a horse racing event, in .
The star has been busy on this latest visit Down Under, and brought a dose of A-list glamour to 's biggest race day over the weekend.
Damon
The Good Will Hunting and Bourne franchise star cut a sharp figure on arrival, dressed in a tailored suit with a yellow tie and dark sunglasses as he made his way into the track before being escorted to a private dining area.
Damon quickly became one of the standout names among a packed crowd, with thousands flocking to Rosehill for the prestigious meeting.
Matt often travels around the country during his visits and previously revealed the love he has for , and in particular iconic agricultural festival The Ekka.
After landing, the group traversed the tarmac with their luggage in tow, again without the aid of minders
Damon has a strong connection to Australia, where he has spent extended periods with his family and formed close friendships
Luciana had earlier arrived in a black cardigan, which she stripped off in the terminal, likely due to the warm weather in the region
The star has been busy on this latest visit Down Under, and brought a dose of A-list glamour to Sydney's biggest race day over the weekend
Damon stepped out at Rosehill Gardens Racecourse for the 70th TAB Golden Slipper on Saturday
'And just … I think because maybe he had never been, and it just felt like a place to go to make memories with my kids.'
