Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Airlie Beach travel guide

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Airlie Beach 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 Airlie Beach has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Airlie Beach

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Pub (16 Airlie Esp) and Coral Sea Pavilion (Coral Sea Resort Hotel, Ocean View Avenue) are great picks.

When to visit Airlie Beach

Airlie Beach in February
Estimated hotel price
$184
1 night at 3-star hotel
Airlie Beach in February
Estimated hotel price
$184
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Airlie Beach

Plane

Although Airlie Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hamilton Island (HTI), which is located 27 km from Airlie Beach. Proserpine Whitsunday Coast is the most popular, with regular flights from Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines and other airlines departing from Australia. The shortest domestic flight to Airlie Beach departs from Sydney and takes around 2h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Airlie Beach is to pick up a car hire from Townsville, which is about 229 km from Airlie Beach. You’ll find branches of Budget and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Townsville.

Plane

Although Airlie Beach doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hamilton Island (HTI), which is located 27 km from Airlie Beach. Proserpine Whitsunday Coast is the most popular, with regular flights from Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines and other airlines departing from Australia. The shortest domestic flight to Airlie Beach departs from Sydney and takes around 2h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Airlie Beach is to pick up a car hire from Townsville, which is about 229 km from Airlie Beach. You’ll find branches of Budget and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Townsville.

Airports near Airlie Beach

PPPProserpine Whitsunday Coast
MKYMackay
HTIHamilton Island

Airlines serving Airlie Beach

United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (148 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,899 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (439 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (400 reviews)
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Where to stay in Airlie Beach

From 5-star hotels such as the At Marina Shores to great affordable options like the Airlie Beach Motor Lodge, Airlie Beach offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $208 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $314 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Magnums Accommodation Airlie Beach - Adults Only and Nomads Airlie Beach.

Where to stay in popular areas of Airlie Beach

Most booked hotels in Airlie Beach

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Mirage Whitsundays
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$272+
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Coral Sea Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$327+
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Airlie Beach Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$181+
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Magnums Accommodation Airlie Beach - Adults Only
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$101+
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Mantra Club Croc
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$158+
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The Sebel Whitsundays Airlie Beach
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$142+
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Hiring a car in Airlie Beach

Hiring a car in Airlie Beach costs $138 per day, on average, or $413 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Airlie Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Airlie Beach, while also 14% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Airlie Beach costs $138 per day, on average, or $413 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Airlie Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.87 and $26.49. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Airlie Beach, while also 14% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car hire deals in Airlie Beach

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$49/day

Intermediate

SUV

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$56/day

SUV
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