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Hamilton Island Airport – Airlie Beach

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Hamilton Island Airport – Airlie Beach

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Ferry from Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach

Depending on the season their are usually 4 daily and 27 weekly sailings between Hamilton Island Airport and Airlie Beach. Cruise Whitsundays provides the ferry from Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach. Hamilton Island Airport Airlie Beach ferries cost between $150 and $590, 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 Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach?

The earliest Hamilton Island Airport Airlie Beach ferry typically departs Hamilton Island Airport at about 10:00 and the last ferry usually leaves at 16:10.

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

Ferries from Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach sail in around 1 hour 10 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Hamilton Island Airport Airlie Beach Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 27 weekly sailings from Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach provided by Cruise Whitsundays. Timetables can change from season to season.

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

The price of a ferry from Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach typically range between $149* and $581*. On average the Hamilton Island Airport Airlie Beach ferry is $297*. The cheapest Hamilton Island Airport Airlie Beach 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 March 25.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Hamilton Island Airport - Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) 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 13m
Fastest Sailing Duration 1h 10m
First Ferry 10:30
Last Ferry 17:30
Distance 14 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach Ferry Most Popular Questions

When does the ferry between Hamilton Island Marina and Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) operate?


The ferry route between Hamilton Island Marina and Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) operates throughout the entire year, ensuring consistent service regardless of the season. Travellers can count on this route to be available whenever they plan their journey, making it a reliable choice for year-round travel.



Are there cabins available on the ferry between Hamilton Island Marina and Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie)?


There are no cabins on ferries from Hamilton Island Marina to Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie).

Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 24/3/2025 and 30/3/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Cruise Whitsundays 10:00 11:10 1 hour 10 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 13:10 14:20 1 hour 10 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 14:40 15:50 1 hour 10 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 16:10 17:20 1 hour 10 minutes Everyday

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