Airlie Beach – Hamilton Island Airport
Ferries to Australia
Airlie Beach – Hamilton Island Airport
Ferries to Australia
There are usually 6 daily and 40 weekly sailings between Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) and Hamilton Island Airport. This ferry route is operated by
The earliest Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) Hamilton Island Airport ferry sailings typically depart Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) at around 08:30. The last ferry usually departs at 16:05.
Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) Hamilton Island Airport Ferry sail durations on this ferry route can take around 1h 20m. The fastest sailings are approximately 1h 10m. Sailing times can vary, durations often differ between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There are an average of 6 daily sailings and up to 40 weekly ferry sailings from Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) to Hamilton Island Airport. These sailings are provided by Cruise Whitsundays. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) Hamilton Island Airport ferry prices typically range between 87.47 €* and 351.37 €*. The average price is typically 175.29 €*. The cheapest Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) Hamilton Island Airport ferry prices start from 43.56 €*. The average price for a foot passenger is 175.29 €*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Prices exclude service fees.
The distance between Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) to Hamilton Island Airport is approximately 17.1 miles (27.6km) or 14.9 nautical miles.
No, ferry operators currently do not allow cars to travel on sailings between Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) and Hamilton Island Airport
Yes, foot passengers can travel with
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) to Hamilton Island Airport with Cruise Whitsundays. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.
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| Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) - Hamilton Island Airport Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Australia | |
| Destination Country | Australia | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Cruise Whitsundays | |
| Average Price | 175 €* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 6 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 40 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 1h 20m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 1h 10m | |
| First Ferry | 08:30 | |
| Last Ferry | 16:05 | |
| Distance | 14 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
Airlie Beach is situated in the Whitsunday Region of Queensland, Australia. The town itself only has around eight thousand inhabitants but the area is a tourist hub, extremely popular with backpackers and travellers. With its location near latitude twenty degrees south, the area enjoys a tropical climate all year round.
With Airlie Beach Lagoon and the local beaches it’s an ideal destination for water sports, snorkelling and scuba diving. The town boasts boat and air tours which allow you to take in the beautiful Australian marine life. Airlie Beach is ideally placed for tours to the world’s largest coral reef system, the Great Barrier Reef.
The Port of Airlie is easily accessible with most local accommodation within walking distance of the ferry terminal and dining and retail outlets within the port’s surroundings. The port is only thirty minutes’ drive away from the nearby Proserpine Airport, linked by State Route 59.
The Port of Airlie is the gateway to the beautiful Whitsunday Islands. There are frequent crossings to the nearby Hamilton Island Marina, which is found in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, with the journey taking under an hour. There are also regular services everyday to Daydream Island, the perfect spot for sailing enthusiasts and offers a chance to visit their unique outdoor aquarium.
