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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 take around 1 hour 10 minutes. The ferry costs between $166.52 and $654.16, 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 Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach.

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 fromHamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach?

The price of a ferry from Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach typically range between $166.52* and $654.16*. On average the Hamilton Island Airport Airlie Beach ferry is $332.94*. The cheapest Hamilton Island Airport Airlie Beach ferry prices start from $166.52*. The average price for a foot passenger is $332.94*.

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 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 Ferry Route summary
Departure DestinationAustralia
DestinationAustralia
No. of Operators1
OperatorsCruise Whitsundays
Average Price$333
Average Daily Sailings4
Average Weekly Sailings27
Average Sailing Duration1 h 10 m
Fastest Sailing Duration1 h 10 m
First Ferry10:00
Last Ferry16:10
Distance15 Nautical Miles

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

Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach Ferry 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 1 hour 10 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 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 $332.94. Price exclusive of booking fees.

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

    Cruise Whitsundays provide the ferries from Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach.

  • 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

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

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

  • 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:

  • How far is Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach?

    The distance from Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach is 15 nautical miles.

Hamilton Island Airport to Airlie Beach Ferry Timetables

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


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Cruise Whitsundays 10:00 11:10 1 hour 10 minutes Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun
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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