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Ferry from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport

Depending on the season their are usually 5 daily and 34 weekly sailings between Airlie Beach and Hamilton Island Airport. Cruise Whitsundays provides the ferry from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport. Airlie Beach Hamilton Island Airport ferries cost between $149 and $668, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get tickets, pricing, schedules and availability.

What's the ferry schedule from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport?

The earliest Airlie Beach Hamilton Island Airport ferry typically departs Airlie Beach at about 07:45 and the last ferry usually leaves at 16:05.

How long is the ferry from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport?

Ferries from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport sail in around 1 hour 23 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 50 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Airlie Beach Hamilton Island Airport Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 34 weekly sailings from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport provided by Cruise Whitsundays. Timetables can change from season to season.

Cruise Whitsundays provide 34 sailings weekly.

How much does the ferry cost from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport?

The price of a ferry from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport typically range between $149* and $670*. On average the Airlie Beach Hamilton Island Airport ferry is $297*. The cheapest Airlie Beach Hamilton Island Airport ferry prices start from $149*. The average price for a foot passenger is $297*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated January 25.

What is the distance from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport?

The distance between Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport is approximately 17 miles (28km) or 15 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport with a car?

Unfortunately, cars are not allowed to travel on ferries between Airlie Beach and Hamilton Island Airport.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport?

Cruise Whitsundays allow foot passengers on Airlie Beach Hamilton Island Airport ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport?

Cruise Whitsundays allow pets on ferries from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.

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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 A$286*
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.

Most popular questions

How long is the ferry from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport?

The typical crossing time for ferries from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport is approximately 1h 25m. This is a rough guide for ferry duration as it can differ on type of ship and operator.

How much is the ferry from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport?

The average price of a ferry from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport is approximately 170 €. The price is typically a bit higher during peak season. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport?

There is 1 ferry operator for Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport and this is
  • Cruise Whitsundays

How can I book ferry tickets from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport?

Ferries from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport are available for booking through our deal finder, with live prices, timetables and operators.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport?

Yes, you can currently travel as a foot passenger from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport with
  • Cruise Whitsundays

Can you take your car on the ferry from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport?

No, cars are not allowed on this ferry route.

Can you bring pets on the ferry from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport?

Yes, pets are allowed onboard the ferry from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport. However, you may require a pet passport and other documentation. Please read the operators pet guidelines. The following operators currently allow pets on the ferry
  • Cruise Whitsundays

How far is Hamilton Island Airport from Airlie Beach?

The distance between Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport is approximately 14 nautical miles.

Airlie Beach Guide

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.

Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Airport Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 20/1/2025 and 26/1/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Cruise Whitsundays 08:20 09:30 1 hour 10 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 10:30 11:40 1 hour 10 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 11:35 13:00 1 hour 25 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 12:45 14:30 1 hour 45 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 14:30 16:00 1 hour 30 minutes Everyday
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