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

Magnetic Island travel guide

Magnetic Island Tourism | Magnetic Island Guide

You're Going to Love Magnetic Island

With a population of 2,107, Magnetic Island is a must-see destination in Queensland, Australia. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Magnetic Island has to offer.

When to visit Magnetic Island

Magnetic Island in February
Estimated hotel price
$173
1 night at 3-star hotel
Magnetic Island in February
Estimated hotel price
$173
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Magnetic Island

Plane

When flying to Magnetic Island, you’ll arrive at Townsville (TSV), which is located 9 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Magnetic Island include Emirates, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Magnetic Island departs from Brisbane and takes around 2h.

Car

Another option to get to Magnetic Island is to pick up a car hire from Cairns, which is about 168 miles from Magnetic Island. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Simba Car Hire, among others, in Cairns.

Plane

When flying to Magnetic Island, you’ll arrive at Townsville (TSV), which is located 9 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from Australia to Magnetic Island include Emirates, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Magnetic Island departs from Brisbane and takes around 2h.

Car

Another option to get to Magnetic Island is to pick up a car hire from Cairns, which is about 168 miles from Magnetic Island. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Simba Car Hire, among others, in Cairns.

Airports near Magnetic Island

TSVTownsville

Airlines serving Magnetic Island

United Airlines
Good (8,694 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,213 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,561 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (828 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,161 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (471 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (438 reviews)
Fiji Airways
Excellent (190 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (400 reviews)
Airnorth
Excellent (1 reviews)
Rex
Excellent (27 reviews)
Hinterland Aviation
Show more

Where to stay in Magnetic Island

Average rates range from around $285 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $234 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Magnetic Island

Most booked hotels in Magnetic Island

See all
True North B&B
3 stars
Excellent (9.5, Excellent reviews)
$176+
View
The Palmer Collective
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$142+
View
Rambutan Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$128+
View
The Ville Resort - Casino
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$260+
View
Grand Mercure Apartments Magnetic Island
0 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$314+
View
Aquarius on the Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$141+
View

Hiring a car in Magnetic Island

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Magnetic Island (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.

Expect to pay $1.66 per litre in Magnetic Island (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.

Magnetic Island Travel Guide - View the KAYAK Magnetic Island city guide for the best Magnetic Island travel tips. To help you organise your Magnetic Island trip ideas, this Magnetic Island visitors guide provides travel information and trip tips about how to get there, where to stay, what to do, where to eat and more.