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The Whitsundays have a Tropical climate. The trade winds have a moderating influence for most of the year. Summer (November-April) weather is generally hot and humid. Temperatures average about 88 degrees. January to March is the wet season and cyclones are a possibility during these months. The winter (May-October) is considered by many (those from South Australia for example) to be the perfect time to take cheap flights to the Whitsundays. Days are warm and nights are cool and the south-easterly trade winds keep the temperatures in the 73-82 degree range. The water temperature is in the 68-77 degree range.

The school vacation determines peak season in the Whitsundays. Christmas, New Years and the school vacations in January, Easter (March or April), late June to early July and late September to early October are all times when demand is high. Whale watchers will visit between July and September to see the humpback whales and divers favour April-July and October-November. It’s worth remembering that in winter Australians will escape the winter down south and take vacations in the Whitsundays. In addition, there are a couple of popular festivals. Airlie Beach Race Week is on in mid-August and Hamilton Island Race Week is on at the end of that month. Dodge the school hols and be prepared to vacation in the rain to secure the lowest rates. During the summer months – December through April – conditions are often very hot and humid. Cyclones are a possibility between January and March. October, November, March and April (excluding Easter) are shoulder season months.

The most popular way of getting around the Whitsundays is, surprise, surprise, boat. There are lots of regular ferries from Shute Harbour, about 6 miles outside Airlie Beach. On the islands, there are lots of different ways of getting around – swimming, scuba diving, bush walking etc.

Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Whitsunday Islands on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

null is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Whitsunday Islands. One-way flights to null typically cost null, while round-trip flights cost around null.

A round-trip flight to Whitsunday Islands will typically cost around $241, however they can be found for as little as $166.

For those looking to save time traveling to Whitsunday Islands, Los Angeles offers the quickest one-way flight (19 hours 45 minutes).

Yes. Those touching down at Hamilton Island Airport can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

Yes. Hamilton Island Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 19 Pavillions, Hamilton Island is the closest property to Hamilton Island Airport (0.0 mi away from Hamilton Island Airport).