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Ferry from Airlie Beach to Daydream Island

Depending on the season their are usually 9 daily and 60 weekly sailings between Airlie Beach and Daydream Island.Cruise Whitsundays provides the ferry from Airlie Beach to Daydream Island. Airlie Beach Daydream Island ferries take around 30 minutes. The ferry costs between $108.28 and $396.91, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Airlie Beach to Daydream Island.

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

The earliest Airlie Beach Daydream Island ferry typically departs Airlie Beach at about 07:00 and the last ferry usually leaves at 19:00.

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

Ferries from Airlie Beach to Daydream Island 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.

Airlie Beach Daydream Island Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 60 weekly sailings from Airlie Beach to Daydream Island provided by Cruise Whitsundays. Timetables can change from season to season.

How much does the ferry cost fromAirlie Beach to Daydream Island?

The price of a ferry from Airlie Beach to Daydream Island typically range between $108.28* and $396.91*. On average the Airlie Beach Daydream Island ferry is $212.87*. The cheapest Airlie Beach Daydream Island ferry prices start from $108.28*. The average price for a foot passenger is $212.87*.

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 1 March 2025.

What is the distance from Airlie Beach to Daydream Island?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Australia to Whitsunday Islands page.
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Airlie Beach - Daydream Island Ferry Route summary
Departure DestinationAustralia
DestinationWhitsunday Islands
No. of Operators1
OperatorsCruise Whitsundays
Average Price$213
Average Daily Sailings9
Average Weekly Sailings60
Average Sailing Duration30 m
Fastest Sailing Duration30 m
First Ferry07:00
Last Ferry19:00
Distance6 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 March 2025.

Airlie Beach to Daydream Island Ferry Most Popular Questions

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

    The ferry crossing time from Airlie Beach to Daydream Island is approximately 30 minutes. Sailing duration may vary from season to season and by operator, so we would advise doing a live check using our Deal Finder.

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

    Airlie Beach to Daydream Island ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Airlie Beach to Daydream Island is $212.87. Price exclusive of booking fees.

  • Which ferry companies operate between Airlie Beach to Daydream Island?

    Cruise Whitsundays provide the ferries from Airlie Beach to Daydream Island.

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

    Book ferries from Airlie Beach to Daydream Island 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 Airlie Beach to Daydream Island?

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

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

    Cars are currently not allowed to board ferries from Airlie Beach to Daydream Island.

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

    Pets are not currently allowed on ferries between Airlie Beach and Daydream Island.

  • How far is Airlie Beach to Daydream Island?

    The distance from Airlie Beach to Daydream Island is 6 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 Daydream Island Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 17/03/2025 and 23/03/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Cruise Whitsundays 07:00 07:30 30 minutes Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cruise Whitsundays 07:15 07:45 30 minutes Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cruise Whitsundays 08:20 08:50 30 minutes Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cruise Whitsundays 10:30 11:00 30 minutes Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cruise Whitsundays 11:35 12:05 30 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 12:45 13:15 30 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 14:30 15:05 35 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 16:05 16:35 30 minutes Everyday
Cruise Whitsundays 19:00 19:30 30 minutes Everyday
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