Flights
Hamilton Island Airport (HTI) is the largest airport in the Whitsundays and welcomes direct flights from several major Australian cities, making your journey smooth and convenient. As soon as you land, you’ll be just minutes from your accommodation and ready to begin your unforgettable National Congress experience.
Flight Schedule
To help plan your travel, here are recommended flight options arriving at Hamilton Island Airport by Wednesday, 19 November (before 4:00 PM).
From Sydney:
- Airlines: Jetstar, Qantas, Virgin Australia
- Direct flights daily | 2 hr 35 min | Arrives by 2:15 PM
From Brisbane (BNE)
- Airlines: Jetstar, Virgin Australia
- Direct flights daily | 1 hr 50 min | Arrives by 2:00 PM
From Melbourne (MEL)
- Airlines: Jetstar, Virgin Australia
- Direct flights (Thu, Sat, Sun) | 2 hr 55 min | Arrives by 2:00 PM
From Adelaide (ADL)
- Airlines: Qantas, Virgin Australia
- 1 stop (typically via Brisbane or Melbourne) | 5–6 hrs | Arrives by 3:00 PM
From Perth (PER)
- Airlines: Qantas, Virgin Australia
- 1 stop (via Brisbane) | 6–7 hrs | Arrives by 3:30 PM
From Darwin (DRW)
- Airlines: Qantas, Virgin Australia
- 1 stop (via Brisbane) | 5–6 hrs | Arrives by 3:30 PM
If flying into Proserpine Airport, a ferry from Shute Harbour to Hamilton Island is required (approx. 1 hour).
Arrival details:
Once you land at Hamilton Island Airport, you’re only a short transfer away from your accommodation. IPA guests staying at the Reef View Hotel can enjoy complimentary shuttle bus transfers to and from the airport.
Congress schedule:
The official program will kick off at 5:00 pm on Wednesday and conclude by 4:00 pm on Friday, giving you plenty of time to settle in before we start and plan your departure with ease.
We recommend booking flights early, as availability can be limited during peak periods.