Airlie Beach – Hamilton Island Marina
Ferries to Whitsunday Islands
Airlie Beach – Hamilton Island Marina
Ferries to Whitsunday Islands
Depending on the season their are usually 9 daily and 63 weekly sailings between Airlie Beach and Hamilton Island Marina. Cruise Whitsundays provides the ferry from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Marina. Airlie Beach Hamilton Island Marina ferries cost between $150 and $550, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get tickets, pricing, schedules and availability.
The earliest Airlie Beach Hamilton Island Marina ferry typically departs Airlie Beach at about 07:15 and the last ferry usually leaves at 16:05.
Ferries from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Marina sail in around 1 hour 10 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 1 hour. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 63 weekly sailings from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Marina provided by Cruise Whitsundays. Timetables can change from season to season.
The price of a ferry from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Marina typically range between $149* and $546*. On average the Airlie Beach Hamilton Island Marina ferry is $297*. The cheapest Airlie Beach Hamilton Island Marina 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 June 25.
The distance between Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Marina is approximately 17 miles (28km) or 15 nautical miles.
Unfortunately, cars are not allowed to travel on ferries between Airlie Beach and Hamilton Island Marina.
Cruise Whitsundays allow foot passengers on Airlie Beach Hamilton Island Marina ferries.
Cruise Whitsundays allow pets on ferries from Airlie Beach to Hamilton Island Marina. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey.
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| Airlie Beach - Hamilton Island Marina Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Australia | |
| Destination Country | Whitsunday Islands | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Cruise Whitsundays | |
| Average Price | $297 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 9 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 63 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 1 h 10 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 1 h | |
| First Ferry | 07:15 | |
| Last Ferry | 16:05 | |
| Distance | 15 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 June 2025.
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.
The ferry route between Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) and Hamilton Island Airport 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.
There are no cabins on ferries from Airlie Beach (Port of Airlie) to Hamilton Island Airport.
The average price for the fast ferry is 338.44 AUD. For the latest fares and available discounts, travellers should check the Direct Ferries website or contact customer service.
