Cheap flights from Sydney to Airlie Beach from $155
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 25/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — MKY
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Airlie Beach are usually found in May or June, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Thursday
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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 12 December 2025.
Wed 24/1208:30SYD - HTI
1 stop4h 30mVirgin Australia
Thu 25/1214:50HTI - SYD
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/12$359
Wed 24/1209:05SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Fri 2/112:40HTI - SYD
1 stop5h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/12$374
Wed 24/1209:05SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Thu 1/112:40HTI - SYD
1 stop5h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/12$377
Wed 24/1209:05SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Sun 28/1212:40HTI - SYD
1 stop4h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/12$437
Best flights from Sydney to Airlie Beach
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to Airlie Beach that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 12 December 2025.
Sun 29/312:35SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 35mVirgin Australia
Fri 3/409:40HTI - SYD
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/12$360
Mon 27/411:35SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 35mVirgin Australia
Thu 30/413:55HTI - SYD
1 stop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/12$369
Sun 15/307:00SYD - HTI
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Thu 19/314:50HTI - SYD
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/12$369
Mon 23/312:40SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Thu 26/312:40HTI - SYD
1 stop5h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/12$371
Mon 23/312:40SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Fri 27/312:40HTI - SYD
1 stop4h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/12$371
Sat 30/506:00SYD - HTI
1 stop7h 15mVirgin Australia
Wed 3/614:50HTI - SYD
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/12$389
Sat 14/312:40SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Mon 16/314:50HTI - SYD
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/12$397
Thu 30/408:00SYD - HTI
1 stop5h 15mVirgin Australia
Sun 3/513:55HTI - SYD
1 stop4h 15mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/12$401
Wed 28/108:30SYD - HTI
1 stop4h 30mVirgin Australia
Thu 29/112:40HTI - SYD
1 stop5h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/12$401
Sun 25/108:00SYD - HTI
1 stop5h 00mVirgin Australia
Sun 1/212:40HTI - SYD
1 stop5h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/12$401
Direct flights from Sydney to Airlie Beach
Explore direct flight options from Sydney to Airlie Beach based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 12 December 2025.
Fri 30/112:40SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/211:55HTI - SYD
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$363
Thu 22/112:40SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Wed 28/114:50HTI - SYD
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/12$369
Sun 25/112:40SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Wed 28/114:50HTI - SYD
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/12$374
Fri 6/212:40SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Mon 9/214:50HTI - SYD
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 9/12$380
Wed 28/109:40SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 29/114:50HTI - SYD
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$386
Wed 7/112:40SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 14/115:40HTI - SYD
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$410
Wed 24/1209:05SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/111:55HTI - SYD
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$416
Wed 24/1209:05SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Fri 2/110:45HTI - SYD
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/12$418
Sat 3/114:00SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Wed 7/114:50HTI - SYD
Nonstop2h 20mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/12$436
Sat 17/112:40SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/111:55HTI - SYD
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$445
Last-minute flights from Sydney to Airlie Beach
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to Airlie Beach. Data last updated 12 December 2025 and is based on user searches.
Wed 17/1212:40SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Sat 20/1209:40HTI - SYD
1 stop6h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 12/12$553
Wed 17/1212:40SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 20/1211:55HTI - SYD
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/12$635
One-way flights from Sydney to Airlie Beach
Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to Airlie Beach. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 12 December 2025.
Sun 25/112:40SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/12$155
Mon 23/212:40SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/12$167
Mon 9/312:40SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/12$170
Fri 27/212:40SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/12$182
Thu 26/212:40SYD - HTI
Nonstop2h 30mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/12$188
Sun 15/308:00SYD - HTI
1 stop5h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/12$189
Sat 24/109:00SYD - HTI
1 stop4h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 10/12$194
Sat 10/108:00SYD - HTI
1 stop5h 00mVirgin Australia
Deal found 11/12$201
Find 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 12 December 2025.
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 12 December 2025.
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SydneyHamilton Island
SYD - HTI
SYDHTI
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 29/3
12:35-14:10
Nonstop2h 35m
Hamilton Island
Fri 3/4
09:40-16:40
1 stop6h 00m
$360
SydneyHamilton Island
SYD - HTI
SYDHTI
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 27/4
11:35-14:10
Nonstop2h 35m
Hamilton Island
Thu 30/4
13:55-18:10
1 stop4h 15m
$369
SydneyHamilton Island
SYD - HTI
SYDHTI
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 15/3
07:00-12:00
1 stop6h 00m
Hamilton Island
Thu 19/3
14:50-18:10
Nonstop2h 20m
$369
SydneyHamilton Island
SYD - HTI
SYDHTI
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 23/3
12:40-14:10
Nonstop2h 30m
Hamilton Island
Thu 26/3
12:40-19:10
1 stop5h 30m
$371
SydneyHamilton Island
SYD - HTI
SYDHTI
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 23/3
12:40-14:10
Nonstop2h 30m
Hamilton Island
Fri 27/3
12:40-18:10
1 stop4h 30m
$371
SydneyHamilton Island
SYD - HTI
SYDHTI
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 30/5
06:00-13:15
1 stop7h 15m
Hamilton Island
Wed 3/6
14:50-17:10
Nonstop2h 20m
$389
SydneyHamilton Island
SYD - HTI
SYDHTI
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 14/3
12:40-14:10
Nonstop2h 30m
Hamilton Island
Mon 16/3
14:50-18:10
Nonstop2h 20m
$397
SydneyHamilton Island
SYD - HTI
SYDHTI
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 30/4
08:00-13:15
1 stop5h 15m
Hamilton Island
Sun 3/5
13:55-18:10
1 stop4h 15m
$401
SydneyHamilton Island
SYD - HTI
SYDHTI
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 28/1
08:30-12:00
1 stop4h 30m
Hamilton Island
Thu 29/1
12:40-19:10
1 stop5h 30m
$401
SydneyHamilton Island
SYD - HTI
SYDHTI
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 25/1
08:00-12:00
1 stop5h 00m
Hamilton Island
Sun 1/2
12:40-18:40
1 stop5h 00m
$401
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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 5 December 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Airlie Beach (average of $96). Flying from Sydney to Airlie Beach in December is currently the most expensive (average of $227). 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 12 December 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sydney to Airlie Beach in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 42% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.
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 Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Airlie Beach?
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 12 December 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.
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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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 8 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 2h 35m. Fly via Virgin Australia to get the fastest option. The distance between Sydney and Airlie Beach is about 1526 km. All flights are typically direct.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Airlie Beach one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $90. Users have also found prices from $139 and $201 on Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways, respectively.
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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Airlie Beach (average of $96). Flying from Sydney to Airlie Beach in December is currently the most expensive (average of $227). 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.
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 12 December 2025.
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