Horn Island Wharf, QLD

Flights to Horn Island (HID)

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    Sun 29 Jun 2025 -
    Sat 23 May 2026
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Horn Island wharf
Gateway to the Torres Strait Islands, Horn Island lies just north of the tip of Australia and is a great jumping off spot for a visit to Thursday Island. Here are our tips on where to go, places to stay, top things to do and how to get around.
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Horn Island travel information

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When to visit

The Torres Strait has two seasons: wet and dry. To avoid stinging jellyfish and the rain, it’s best to visit Horn Island during the dry season, from May to September.

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Arrival information

What is the main airport called?

Horn Island Airport (HID). Queensland, Australia is the gateway to the Torres Strait and the Northern Peninsula area.

Arriving at Horn Island Airport

Once you collect your bags from the bag carousel area, there are only a few transport options available to get you to town. 

Getting into Horn Island from Horn Island Airport

QantasLink flights are met by bus transfers to and from the Horn Island wharf to connect travellers with their ferry transfers to and from Thursday Island.

Getting around Horn Island

Charter a water taxi or services like Peddells Thursday Island Tours to see the best of Horn Island and the Torres Strait Island group. Another popular way to explore the island is to hike up the hillside to see the forts used during WWII and soak in the stunning 360-deggree oceans views.

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* Flight prices are per adult in Australian Dollars, based on payment at qantas.com by BPAY made 7 days or more before departure, PayID or Qantas issued UATP. For other payment options a percentage based fee applies, capped at a maximum per passenger of $22 for Domestic or $120 for International travel. Prices are not guaranteed until payment is made. Fares may not be available on all flights or days.  Some flights are operated by partner or subsidiary airlines. Prices may fluctuate if taxes or foreign exchange rates change. Passengers booking Premium Economy may be seated in Economy on connecting flights. Check the fare rules for more details before booking. Inclusions vary between flights. All schedules subject to change, including last minute aircraft changes. QantasLink flights operated by Sunstate Airlines (Qld) Pty Ltd ABN 82 009 734 703, Eastern Australia Airlines Pty Ltd ABN 77 001 599 024, and National Jet Systems Pty Ltd ABN 11 008 279 203. Licence No per state: QLD - 407, NSW - 2TA000237, VIC - 30362, SA - TTA155, WA - 9TA52.

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