Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie)
Hamilton Island Marina
Ferries to Whitsunday Islands
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Open tickets are valid for up to 12 months from booking date (see ticket conditions).

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Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) - Hamilton Island Marina is one of our busiest routes - sailings regularly sell out at busy periods
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Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Marina Ferry

The Airlie Beach Hamilton Island Marina ferry route connects Australia with Whitsunday Islands. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Cruise Whitsundays. The crossing operates up to 63 times each week with sailing durations from around 1 hour.

Airlie Beach Hamilton Island Marina sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Australia to Whitsunday Islands page.
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Most popular questions

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

    The ferry crossing time from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Marina is approximately 1h. 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 Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Marina?

    Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Marina ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Marina is 180 €.
  • Which ferry companies operate between Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Marina?

    There is 1 ferry operator for Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Marina and this is
    • Cruise Whitsundays
  • How can I book ferry tickets from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Marina?

    Book ferries from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Marina 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 Hamilton Island Marina?

    Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Marina with
    • Cruise Whitsundays
  • Can you take your car on the ferry from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Marina?

    No, only foot passengers can travel on the ferry.
  • Can you bring pets on the ferry from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Marina?

    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
  • What is the distance from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Marina?

    The distance between Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Marina is approximately 14 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.


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