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Ferry from Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach

Cruise Whitsundays provides the ferry from Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach. Hamilton Island Airport Airlie Beach ferries cost between £74 and £270, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Hamilton Island Airport Airlie Beach ferries.

Hamilton Island Airport Airlie Beach Ferry Times

The first Hamilton Island Airport Airlie Beach ferry typically departs from Hamilton Island Airport at around 09:30. The last ferry usually departs at 17:30.

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

The Hamilton Island Airport Airlie Beach ferry trip can take around 1 hour 11 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 1 hour 10 minutes with Cruise Whitsundays. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Hamilton Island Airport Airlie Beach Ferry Operator Schedules

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

Hamilton Island Airport Airlie Beach Ferry Prices

Hamilton Island Airport Airlie Beach ferry prices typically range between £74* and £270*. The average price is typically £148*. The cheapest Hamilton Island Airport Airlie Beach ferry prices start from £74*. The average price for a foot passenger is £148*.

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.

How far is it from Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach?

The distance between Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach is approximately 17.1 miles (27.5km) or 15 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Hamilton Island Airport Airlie Beach ferry?

No, ferry operators currently do not allow cars to travel on sailings between Hamilton Island Airport and Airlie Beach.

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

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Cruise Whitsundays ferries between Hamilton Island Airport and Airlie Beach.

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

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach 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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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 £146*
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.

Most popular questions

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

The ferry crossing time from Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach is approximately 1h 10m. Sailing durations may vary from season to season and by operator so we’d advise doing a live check.

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

Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach is £150. Price exclusive of booking fees.

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

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

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

Book ferries from Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers.

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

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

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

No, only foot passengers can travel on the ferry.

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

Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with
  • Cruise Whitsundays

How far is Airlie Beach from Hamilton Island Airport?

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

Airlie Beach Guide

What is there to do in Airlie Beach?

The astonishingly beautiful beaches looking out across the pristine blue horizon have become a mecca for backpackers on a budget, tempted by the increasingly debauched reputation that encapsulates the Whitsundays. Streams of travellers descend on the picturesque scenery and abundance of hostels each year, indulging in drinking games in beer gardens, sunbathing sessions on the golden sands of the beach and explorations of the alluring lagoons. For those who are looking for somewhere fun and frivolous, head to Airlie Beach. In spite of the heavily layered party scene, families looking to escape the relentless hedonism will be happier closer to the town centre. A few quiet lodges lay home to many couples and families with young children, enjoying every minute amid the serenity before embarking on an adventure on the shore or discovering the intricate crevices that form Conway National Park.

How do you get around Airlie Beach?

Buses will drop you at your hotel or resort, as well as a frequent taxi service running across the region.

Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 20/01/2025 and 26/01/2025


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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