How to get to Hamilton Island The only Whitsundays Island with its own commercial airport, Hamilton Island Airport services direct flights from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, with Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas. Ferries cruise to Hamilton Island throughout the day from Port of Airlie and Shute Harbour on the mainland. Long term parking is available at the Port of Airlie terminals, as well as other parking within the precinct. Book flights to Hamilton Island with Virgin Australia Book flights to Hamilton Island with Jetstar Book flights to Hamilton Island with Qantas To find out more about how to get to Hamilton Island and Queensland's Whitsunday Islands visit the Hamilton Island website.