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How to Travel from

Cairns Airport to Airlie Beach

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Transport providers

Airlines

FlexFlight ApS

Website:
flexflight.dk/
Plane from Cairns to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$457.92

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Cairns to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$241.68–$635.99

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Cairns to Mackay
Ave. Duration:
6h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.24–$826.79

Skytrans

Website:
skytrans.com.au/
Plane from Cairns to Proserpine/Whitsunday
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.08–$457.92

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Bus from Mill Street at Proserpine to Shute
Ave. Duration:
36 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$1.65–$2.42

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.44–$40.70
Bus from Innisfail to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
9h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.60–$139.92

Mission Link

Phone:
+61 (0)407 337 661
Website:
missionlink.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Airport to Innisfail
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.84

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Cairns Central Station to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.70–$76.32
Bus from Mackay to Airlie
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.62–$29.26

Train operators

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Cairns Central Station to Proserpine
Ave. Duration:
9h 26m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.62–$1,603.39

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to travel from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Airlie Beach?

The cheapest way to travel from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Airlie Beach is by bus, which costs $54.91 - $76.62 and takes 11 hours and 30 minutes.

How much time does it take to travel from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Airlie Beach by flying and taking bus line 860?

$204.31 - $702.31

How far is it from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Airlie Beach?

The distance between Cairns Airport (CNS) and Airlie Beach is 539 km.

What is the best way to travel from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Airlie Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Airlie Beach without a car is to bus which takes 11h 30m and costs $54.91 - $76.62.

How long does it take to travel from Cairns Airport to Airlie Beach?

It takes approximately 3 hours and 12 minutes to travel from Cairns Airport to Airlie Beach, including transfers.

How to get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Airlie Beach?

The best way to get from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Airlie Beach is to bus which takes 11h 30m and costs $54.91 - $76.62. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $24.26 - $1,660.01 and takes 12h 28m.

How long is the drive from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Airlie Beach?

The driving distance between Cairns Airport (CNS) to Airlie Beach is 629 km. It takes approximately 8h 8m to drive from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Airlie Beach.

Where can I find accommodation options near Airlie Beach?

There are 348+ hotels available in Airlie Beach. Prices start at $80.50 per night.
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