Cheap flights from Brisbane to Hamilton Island

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Hamilton Island

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Brisbane to Hamilton Island flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Brisbane to Hamilton Island

Brisbane to Hamilton Island: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Brisbane to Hamilton Island below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Hamilton Island.

Brisbane to Hamilton Island: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$134
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr, 49 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week86

Finding cheap flights from Brisbane to Hamilton Island: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Brisbane to Hamilton Island is $267. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 49 minutes is the average flight time from Brisbane to Hamilton Island.
United, Qantas and Air New Zealand fly direct from Brisbane to Hamilton Island.
As of April 2025, there are 86 flights per week flying from Brisbane to Hamilton Island.
The cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Hamilton Island is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Brisbane Airport to Hamilton Island Airport on Sunday, 3 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 49 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Hamilton Island but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Hamilton Island is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Virgin Australia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Hamilton Island.

Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Hamilton Island Airport (HTI): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Brisbane Airport to Hamilton Island Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Every week, there are 158 Brisbane Airport to Hamilton Island Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, go for the 07:10 Virgin Australia Regional flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 14:50 with Qantas.

  • Your BNE to HTI flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • Getting to Hamilton Island (and then discovering more of Australia!) is a snap with Qantas. This popular airline offers direct flights from Brisbane Airport to Hamilton Island Airport.

  • The majority of passengers choose to travel with Qantas on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier offering BNE to HTI flights is Virgin Australia Regional. Its services arrive without delay 79.76% of the time.

  • If you'd like to explore a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Brisbane Airport to Hamilton Island Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a well-known stop between BNE and HTI.

How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Hamilton Island Airport (HTI)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Brisbane Airport to Hamilton Island Airport flight is $134. A return ticket is currently $267. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To score cheap tickets from BNE to HTI, book your journey six months ahead of your planned departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Hamilton Island Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BNE to HTI by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Brisbane Airport to Hamilton Island Airport.

Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Brisbane Airport, 66.16% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • To get to Brisbane Airport from central Brisbane, it takes around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel close to BNE? If you're boarding an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Hamilton Island Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Hamilton Island Airport (HTI)

Getting from Hamilton Island Airport (HTI) to central Hamilton Island

  • From Hamilton Island Airport, Hamilton Island is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.

When to fly to Hamilton Island Airport (HTI)

  • March is the most popular month for flights from Brisbane Airport to Hamilton Island Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Hamilton Island in April.

  • Book your flight from Brisbane Airport to Hamilton Island Airport for February if you want to explore Hamilton Island during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from BNE to HTI in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.

Explore more of Australia

  • Townsville is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored once you've seen Hamilton Island. Around 257 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include The Strand Beach, Castle Hill and Big Mama Sailing- Magnetic Island & Townsville.

  • Around 97 kilometres south of Hamilton Island, Mackay is another essential stop in Australia. Start your sightseeing at Bluewater Trail, Mackay Town Hall and Armstrong Beach.

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