Airlie Beach travel guide
Airlie Beach Tourism | Airlie Beach Guide
You're Going to Love Airlie Beach
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.
Where to Eat in Airlie Beach
If you’re looking for affordable options, Northerlies Beach Bar and Grill - Airlie Beach (Lot 116 Pringle Rd) and The Pub (16 Airlie Esp) are great picks.
When to visit Airlie Beach
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 17 miles from Airlie Beach. The shortest flight to Airlie Beach from the United States departs from Long Beach and takes around 59h 15m.
Car
Another option to get to Airlie Beach is to pick up a car rental from Townsville, which is about 142 miles from Airlie Beach. You’ll find branches of Budget and Europcar, among others, in Townsville.
Airlines serving Airlie Beach
Where to stay in Airlie Beach
Average rates range from around $127 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $228 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
Renting a car in Airlie Beach
Renting a car in Airlie Beach costs $85 per day, on average, or $256 if you want to rent if for 3 days.
Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Airlie Beach (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. The most frequently booked car type in Airlie Beach is Full-size (Hyundai Staria or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 37% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.