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

Emerald travel guide

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You're Going to Love Emerald

With a population of 9.398, Emerald is a must-see destination in Queensland, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Emerald to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Emerald

Emerald in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Emerald in December
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Emerald in January, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 34 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 7 °C, with an average temperature of 14 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 100 mm. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Emerald, with an average rainfall of 20 mm.

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How to Get to Emerald

Plane

When flying to Emerald, you’ll arrive at Emerald (EMD), which is located 5 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Emerald include Etihad Airways, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Emerald departs from Brisbane and takes around 1h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Emerald is to pick up a car hire from Mackay, which is about 285 km from Emerald. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Turo, among others, in Mackay.

Plane

When flying to Emerald, you’ll arrive at Emerald (EMD), which is located 5 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Emerald include Etihad Airways, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Emerald departs from Brisbane and takes around 1h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Emerald is to pick up a car hire from Mackay, which is about 285 km from Emerald. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Turo, among others, in Mackay.

Airports near Emerald

EMDEmerald

Airlines serving Emerald

Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (400 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Emerald

Most booked hotels in Emerald

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Abode37 Motel Emerald
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$147+
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Emerald Explorers Inn
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$148+
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Emerald Central Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
$122+
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Hiring a car in Emerald

Hiring a car in Emerald costs $103 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Emerald (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. Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Emerald, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Emerald costs $103 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Emerald (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. Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Emerald, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

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