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Enjoy a meal or snack every time you fly with us, as well as a range of refreshments including beer and wine.
Pack more into your trip with checked and carry-on baggage included in every fare.
Qantas Frequent Flyers can earn and use Qantas Points in Australia and around the world, and earn Status Credits on eligible flights.
A big port city with a coastal town vibe, Newcastle has added gourmet menus and trendy bars to its repertoire over the last few years. The second-largest city in NSW and the second-oldest city in the country, “Newy” is surrounded by spectacular beaches and is the gateway to the Hunter Valley.
View our Newcastle travel guideThe approximate flight time for flights from Hamilton Island to Newcastle is 2 hours and 20 minutes.
On average, there are 7 flights per week from Hamilton Island to Newcastle.
With warm, humid summers and short, cool winters, Newcastle is has great weather. If you visit between January and April, you’ll enjoy average highs of 27°C, although even in July, the average lows are only 16°C.
Newcastle AirportOpens external site in a new window (NTL) is 15 km north of Newcastle, New South Wales in Port Stephens. Qantas flights QF400 and above operate from this terminal. Once you touch down in Newcastle, you’ll be greeted by the friendly airport staff and there will be multiple transport options available to choose from.
Newcastle Airport is a short 25-minute drive from the town centre, and is serviced by taxis, shuttle bus services and rental cars.
Besides buses, taxis and hire cars, the city of Newcastle has a bike hire service. Ferry services operate to help you get around Newcastle easily. On Demand bus trial services run in Lake Macquarie through Dudley, Mount Hutton and Warners Bay. Electric bikes (eBikes) are also available to hire from 19 docking stations across Newcastle. Take a drive or join a tour to expand your horizons to the neighbouring regions.
Fly from Hamilton Island. Once you’ve booked your tickets, the following information will ensure the smoothest journey possible.
Hamilton Island Airport. Located 1km from the town centre, Hamilton Island AirportOpens external site in a new window (HTI) is the main air hub for the Whitsunday Islands and Great Barrier Reef. Qantas flights QF400 and above operate from this terminal.
All passengers on Qantas flights from Hamilton Island are allocated checked baggage. If you need an extra allowance, you can purchase additional baggage online before departure.
When flying from Hamilton Island, ensure you check-in online or via the Qantas App before you arrive at the airport from 24 hours before departure.
Fly with Qantas and enjoy a comfortable journey from take-off to touch down.
Enjoy peace of mind knowing baggage is included on all Qantas flights. Find out all you need to know about checked baggage.
If your flights were booked through a travel agency or third-party website, please contact them directly to discuss your options.If your plans have changed or you no longer wish to travel, visit Manage Booking to change your travel dates or cancel your flight and request a flight credit to use towards a future flight. Please visit our Booking changes and other options page for more information.If we’ve cancelled your Qantas flight, including your Classic Flight Reward booking, wait to hear from us before changing your booking. We’ll be contacting anyone whose flight has been impacted as soon as possible.
^ You must be a member of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program to earn and redeem Qantas Points. A joining fee may apply. Membership and Qantas Points are subject to the Qantas Frequent Flyer program terms and conditions.
++ Status Credits are earned on eligible Qantas, Jetstar, oneworld® member and oneworld connect® airlines only - see the Airline Earning Tables and Qantas Frequent Flyer program Terms and Conditions for details. Status Credits may not be earned on some fare types and booking classes.
+Meals, beverages, entertainment and offerings vary between flights and cabins. Alcohol offered during select flight times on select flights.
