Hamilton Island travel guide

Hamilton Island Tourism | Hamilton Island Guide

You're Going to Love Hamilton Island

Hamilton Island is a must-see destination in Queensland, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Hamilton Island has to offer.

When to visit Hamilton Island

Hamilton Island in June
Estimated hotel price
£143
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hamilton Island in June
Estimated hotel price
£143
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Hamilton Island

Plane

When flying to Hamilton Island, you’ll arrive at Hamilton Island (HTI), which is located 1 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Hamilton Island from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 41h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Hamilton Island is to pick up a car hire from Airlie Beach, which is about 27 km from Hamilton Island. You’ll find branches of Budget and Avis, among others, in Airlie Beach.

Plane

When flying to Hamilton Island, you’ll arrive at Hamilton Island (HTI), which is located 1 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Hamilton Island from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 41h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Hamilton Island is to pick up a car hire from Airlie Beach, which is about 27 km from Hamilton Island. You’ll find branches of Budget and Avis, among others, in Airlie Beach.

Airports near Hamilton Island

Airlines serving Hamilton Island

United Airlines
Good (4,936 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,126 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (915 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (495 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (54 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (544 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (309 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (264 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (313 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hamilton Island

Average rates range from around £331 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £854 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hamilton Island

Most booked hotels in Hamilton Island

Beach Club
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£448+
Whitsunday Apartments
0 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£211+
Palm Bungalows
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£206+
Reef View Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£206+
Qualia
5 stars
Poor (0, Poor reviews)
£854+

Hiring a car in Hamilton Island

Expect to pay £0.94 per litre in Hamilton Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £11.19 and £14.92.

Expect to pay £0.94 per litre in Hamilton Island (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £11.19 and £14.92.