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Cheap flights from Sydney to Airlie Beach from $171

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MKY
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Airlie Beach are usually found in May or February, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Airlie Beach

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sydney to Airlie Beach flight deals. Data was last updated 17 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$327

One-way from

$171

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$456
Virgin Australia
  • Virgin Australia
  • 6/12-9/12
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 50m total
  • Sydney to Airlie Beach
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/10
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 30m total
  • Sydney to Airlie Beach
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($132 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Airlie Beach
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Airlie Beach. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 September 2025.

Sat 6/1208:00SYD - HTI
1 stop5h 00mVirgin Australia
Tue 9/1214:50HTI - SYD
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 17/9$330
Wed 15/1012:10SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 17/1012:30HTI - SYD
1 stop4h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$361
Sat 29/1108:30SYD - HTI
1 stop4h 30mVirgin Australia
Tue 2/1212:40HTI - SYD
1 stop4h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/9$394
Wed 15/1012:10SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 22/1012:30HTI - SYD
1 stop5h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$396
Tue 14/1012:35SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 35mVirgin Australia
Thu 16/1012:30HTI - SYD
1 stop4h 10mVirgin Australia
Deal found 15/9$414
Wed 15/1012:10SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mJetstar
Wed 22/1014:20HTI - SYD
Nonstop2h 20mJetstar
Deal found 16/9$417
Wed 17/1208:00SYD - HTI
1 stop5h 00mVirgin Australia
Fri 26/1212:40HTI - SYD
1 stop8h 45mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/9$420
Mon 1/1218:30SYD - HTI
1 stop18h 30mVirgin Australia
Thu 4/1212:40HTI - SYD
1 stop7h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 16/9$421

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Airlie Beach that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 17 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Airlie Beach that are best for you.

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SydneyHamilton Island

SYD - HTI

SYDHTI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 12/3

08:00-12:00

1 stop5h 00m

Hamilton Island

Sun 15/3

14:50-18:10

Nonstop2h 20m

$346

SydneyHamilton Island

SYD - HTI

SYDHTI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 25/1

12:40-14:10

Nonstop2h 30m

Hamilton Island

Fri 30/1

12:40-18:10

1 stop4h 30m

$352

SydneyHamilton Island

SYD - HTI

SYDHTI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/10

12:10-13:40

Nonstop2h 30m

Hamilton Island

Fri 17/10

12:30-17:40

1 stop4h 10m

$361

SydneyHamilton Island

SYD - HTI

SYDHTI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 18/1

12:40-14:10

Nonstop2h 30m

Hamilton Island

Tue 20/1

12:40-17:40

1 stop4h 00m

$364

SydneyHamilton Island

SYD - HTI

SYDHTI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 10/1

12:40-14:10

Nonstop2h 30m

Hamilton Island

Wed 14/1

14:50-18:10

Nonstop2h 20m

$376

SydneyHamilton Island

SYD - HTI

SYDHTI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 18/1

09:00-12:00

1 stop4h 00m

Hamilton Island

Tue 27/1

12:40-19:40

1 stop6h 00m

$394

SydneyHamilton Island

SYD - HTI

SYDHTI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 15/10

12:10-13:40

Nonstop2h 30m

Hamilton Island

Fri 17/10

14:20-17:40

Nonstop2h 20m

$475

SydneyHamilton Island

SYD - HTI

SYDHTI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 17/12

08:00-12:00

1 stop5h 00m

Hamilton Island

Fri 26/12

14:50-18:10

Nonstop2h 20m

$481

SydneyHamilton Island

SYD - HTI

SYDHTI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 17/10

08:35-11:50

1 stop4h 15m

Hamilton Island

Tue 21/10

12:30-18:40

1 stop5h 10m

$542

SydneyHamilton Island

SYD - HTI

SYDHTI

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/10

12:35-14:10

Nonstop2h 35m

Hamilton Island

Fri 17/10

14:50-18:10

Nonstop2h 20m

$563

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Airlie Beach

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Airlie Beach

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Airlie Beach?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Airlie Beach. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

Booking 80 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney to Airlie Beach. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Airlie Beach?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Airlie Beach (average of $147). Flying from Sydney to Airlie Beach in September is currently the most expensive (average of $309). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to A1R?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Airlie Beach. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 September 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Sydney to Airlie Beach as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Airlie Beach?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Airlie Beach. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Airlie Beach flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Airlie Beach

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Airlie Beach. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Airlie Beach. Reviews last updated 17 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Virgin Australia, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Sydney to Airlie Beach. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
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Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
907 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
474 reviews
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
416 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.5

Entertainment

6.4

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Andrew,June 2025

MEL - CNS

We didn’t eat or drink, but feel like a sardine. No room at all.

Sydney to Airlie Beach Travel Guide

Airlie Beach is often overlooked in favour of what’s just offshore – the Great Barrier Reef and the swirling Whitsunday Islands. But this north-east coast of Queensland has spades of character that’s all its own.
Bays, lagoons and reefs offer sheltered swimming and snorkelling zones. And on dry land, little Airlie Beach deals out more than its fair share of backpacker hostels, bars and clubs.
But how to get there? Just hop on one of the near-daily direct flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

Airlie Beach isn’t just a springboard for the Whitsundays and Great Barrier Reef. This lively town makes the most of its subtropical backdrop, serving up Lions Park – an oceanside lagoon and gardens – and a sweep of hotels and bars that cater for every budget.
Conway National Park swoops out from the south edge of town. This is one of the largest rainforests in Australia, starring peaceful beaches and cathedral-quiet trails.
Ready to explore the Whitsunday Islands just offshore? Boat trips push off from Shute Harbour and the Port of Airlie.

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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Airlie Beach. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Airlie Beach?

    Around 2 hours 30 minutes direct. Flights with stopovers can last anything from 4 to 54 hours.

  • Which airlines operate flights from Sydney to Airlie Beach?

    Tigerair Australia and Jetstar Airways offer direct flights, while Virgin Australia puts on flights with a stopover in Brisbane.

  • How frequent are flights between Sydney and Airlie Beach?

    Usually at least one Sydney to Airlie Beach flight jets off a day.

  • Which airports serve Sydney and Airlie Beach?

    You’ll fly form Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.Technically, Whitsunday Airport in Shute Harbour is the closest airport to Airlie Beach – but it largely caters for small aircraft.Most flights from Sydney to Airlie Beach land at the nearby Whitsunday Coast Airport (AKA Proserpine Airport).

  • Which direct flight route between Sydney and Airlie Beach is cheapest?

    The cheap direct flights from Sydney to Airlie Beach often take off on a Tuesday.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Airlie Beach?

    For a flight from Sydney to Airlie Beach, you will be flying from Kingsford Smith. Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) is just 7.5 km from the centre of the city. Kingsford Smith is the only Sydney airport and it handles 10 outbound flights to Airlie Beach per day. 3 airlines have flights to Airlie Beach from Sydney Kingsford Smith on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Airlie Beach?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to Airlie Beach in 5h. Fly via Virgin Australia to get the fastest option. The distance between Sydney and Airlie Beach is about 1526 km.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Airlie Beach that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Airlie Beach flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Airlie Beach?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Airlie Beach.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Airlie Beach?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Airlie Beach by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Airlie Beach?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Airlie Beach (average of $147). Flying from Sydney to Airlie Beach in September is currently the most expensive (average of $309). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Sydney to Airlie Beach

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sydney to Airlie Beach. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 17 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$151Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$206Average$606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$214Average$545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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