Brampton Island Visitors Information

Getting There

Flight Transfers

Regular flights are available from all Australian capital cities to Mackay (MKY) with Jetstar (JQ), Qantas (QF) and Virgin Blue (DJ). Mackay is a 1 hour and 30 minute flight from Brisbane (or an 11.5 hours drive from Brisbane). Please click QUOTE to check the latest flight prices.

Launch Transfers

A courtesy coach departs Mackay Airport at 1.00pm to Mackay Marina. The launch departs Mackay Marina at 2.00pm and arrives at Brampton Island at 3.15pm. The return trip from Brampton Island departs at 3.45pm and arrives at Mackay Airport (via the courtesy coach) at 5.15pm. Please note: The launch service operates daily except for Christmas Day.

Air Transfers

Australasian Jet depart Mackay Airport to Brampton Island twice daily. Private charter flights between Hamilton Island and Brampton Island are available upon request. Approximate flight times are 15 minutes from Mackay and 25 minutes from Hamilton Island. A minimum of 2 passengers is required - aircraft size ranges from 4 to 8 seats.

At the time of booking Brampton Island accommodation, guests must identify whether air or launch transfers are required. The guests arrival and departure details into Mackay will also need to be advised.

Baggage Allowance

Passengers are restricted to 20kg of luggage (15kg checked luggage, 5kg hand luggage). Please note soft-sided baggage is preferred.

Shopping

Resort boutique for resort wear, souvenirs and basic pharmacy items

What to bring to Brampton Island

Casual resort style clothing for daytime, smart casual after 6.00pm. Footwear is required in bars and restaurants. Also include suitable foot ware for beach and island walks.

Tips for travelling to Brampton Island

Check in time is 2.00pm
Check out time is 10.00am
Early arrivals If you are arriving on a flight transfer before 2.00pm, we recommend that you carry a day bag with swimming costumes etc. Change rooms and shower facilities are available in the Departure Lounge
Credit card details will be required on arrival to set up room charge accounts. All major cards accepted
Reception Hours 8.30am - 5.30pm
Complimentary guest laundry and ironing boards (powder can be purchased from the resort shop)