Cheap Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Hamilton Island (HTI)

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Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to fly from SYD to Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI)?
Purchase a ticket with Qantas and you'll be traveling for approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. This well-known airline has a direct flight that departs at 9:35AM from SYD and gets to Great Barrier Reef Airport at 12:05PM. Expedia has some epic flight deals, so find out what's available on this route today.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI) last minute?
Booking your trip from SYD to Great Barrier Reef Airport last minute could save you some dough if you're lucky enough to find an awesome deal. However, airfares usually don't come down in price as the date of departure nears. If you procrastinate, flights could also be sold out or the best seats gone (that could mean the middle seat!). If you'd rather play it safe, book well in advance of when you want to leave. In fact, some of the best deals are available on Expedia up to a year in advance. If your preferred carrier hasn't released tickets yet, check back regularly as deals are updated on Expedia all the time.
What airports do you fly into for Hamilton Island from Sydney?
From Sydney, you can travel to Hamilton Island via Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI), Whitsunday Coast Airport (PPP) and Mackay Airport (MKY). Research which airport is more convenient for you before making your decision. If you settle on Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI), it's about 0.97 kilometers west of downtown. Use the dough you save when booking your journey with Expedia to explore the city's popular attractions, such as WILD LIFE Hamilton Island and Hamilton Island Bowling Alley.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from SYD to Great Barrier Reef Airport?
For Qantas flights heading from Sydney Airport to HTI, the most popular period is between 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM. If you'd like to avoid any delays, head out in the morning. This way you're more likely to escape the heavy air traffic that builds up in the skyways in the afternoon.
Can I change the date of my flight from Kingsford Smith Intl. Airport (SYD) to Great Barrier Reef Airport?
It's so easy to make amendments to your SYD to Great Barrier Reef Airport (HTI) trip yourself. Simply go to the Expedia Trips portal and select "change flight." Browse around for new flights and choose the one that works best with your plans. You'll get an estimate of any flight change costs. Alternatively, head to our Customer Service portal to chat to our Virtual Agent and quickly get answers to your questions.

Travel information

Travel information

Origin airport
Kingsford Smith Intl.
Destination airport
Great Barrier Reef
Distance
1517 km
Average flight time
1 hour 33 mins

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