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Ferry from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach

Depending on the season their are usually 9 daily and 61 weekly sailings between Daydream Island and Airlie Beach. Cruise Whitsundays provides the ferry from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach. Daydream Island Airlie Beach ferries cost between $94 and $364, 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 Daydream Island to Airlie Beach?

The earliest Daydream Island Airlie Beach ferry typically departs Daydream Island at about 07:05 and the last ferry usually leaves at 21:00.

How long is the ferry from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach?

Ferries from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach sail in around 30 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 30 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Daydream Island Airlie Beach Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 61 weekly sailings from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach provided by Cruise Whitsundays. Timetables can change from season to season.

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

The price of a ferry from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach typically range between $94* and $358*. On average the Daydream Island Airlie Beach ferry is $188*. The cheapest Daydream Island Airlie Beach ferry prices start from $94*. The average price for a foot passenger is $188*.

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 Daydream Island to Airlie Beach?

The distance between Daydream Island to Airlie Beach is approximately 7 miles (11km) or 6 nautical miles.

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

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

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

Cruise Whitsundays allow foot passengers on Daydream Island Airlie Beach ferries.

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

Currently, are not permitted to board ferries from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Whitsunday Islands to Australia page.
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Daydream Island - Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) Route summary
Departure Country Australia
Destination Country Australia
No. of Operators 1
Operators Cruise Whitsundays
Average Price A$182*
Average Daily Sailings 10
Average Weekly Sailings 67
Average Sailing Duration 30m
First Ferry 07:35
Last Ferry 21:00
Distance 6 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 Daydream Island to Airlie Beach?

The typical crossing time for ferries from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach is approximately 30m. This is a rough guide for ferry duration as it can differ on type of ship and operator.

How much is the ferry from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach?

The average price of a ferry from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach is approximately 110 €. The price is typically a bit higher during peak season. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Daydream Island to Airlie Beach?

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

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

Ferries from Daydream Island to Airlie Beach 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 Daydream Island to Airlie Beach?

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

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

No, cars are not allowed on this ferry route.

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

No, pets currently are not allowed onboard this ferry service.

How far is Airlie Beach from Daydream Island?

The distance between Daydream Island to Airlie Beach is approximately 6 nautical miles.

Daydream Island Guide

Daydream Island Ferry Port

Forming one of the seven landmasses of the Molle Archipelago found off the north-east coast of Australia is the paradisiac Daydream Island. With broad stretches of sandy beaches overlooking the sapphire-blue sea and thriving coral reefs teeming with exotic marine life, this tiny isle is a magnet for tourists looking to soak up the sun in tropical tranquillity. The port of Daydream Island is found in a small bay on the eastern coast. It consists of a narrow wooden pier that juts out into a slice of ocean sandwiched between the stunning Daydream Reef. It’s little more than a departure point featuring a few sheltered waiting benches, though the nearby resort hotel has plenty of amenities on offer including a restaurant selling hot food and a tourist information point. Due to the small size of the island, travelling to the port is simple. The road outside the entrance to the pier leads in a straight-line from the unique Living Reef aquarium in the north to the quiet beaches in the south. However, due to the lack of public transport and the inability for passengers to bring cars, most of the 1-kilometre long island can only be traversed on foot. One passenger service currently leaves from the port multiple times throughout the day. A Cruise Whitsundays line sails the half hour trip to the Australian mainland town of Airlie, an area of the Queensland region that sits on the rugged shores of Pioneer Bay.

Daydream Island to Airlie Beach Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 27/1/2025 and 2/2/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Cruise Whitsundays 07:35 08:05 30 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 09:30 10:00 30 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 10:40 11:10 30 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 13:15 13:45 30 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 13:50 14:20 30 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 15:20 15:50 30 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 16:50 17:20 30 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 18:00 18:30 30 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 21:00 21:30 30 minutes Everyday
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