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Cairns Airport to Port Douglas Transfer

$273.90 flat · up to 8 passengers · not per person · one way

The Cairns to Port Douglas road hugs the coast between the rainforest and the Coral Sea. It is a genuinely scenic hour, and it is also long enough that a shared shuttle bus with multiple hotel drop-offs can turn into two hours. A private transfer goes straight through.

Drive time

About 60 to 70 minutes — 67 km north on the Captain Cook Highway, one of the best coastal drives in Australia.

Who this suits

Anyone staying in Port Douglas, and travellers connecting to Low Isles or Calypso outer reef trips that depart from the Port Douglas marina.

This fare is one way. Heading back to the airport at the end of your stay? Book a second transfer for the return leg — same price, and we build in time for check-in.

What is included

Common questions

How long is the drive from Cairns Airport to Port Douglas?

About 60 to 70 minutes direct. Shared shuttles take longer because of multiple drop-offs.

How much is a private transfer to Port Douglas?

$273.90 flat for the vehicle, up to 8 passengers.

Can we stop along the way?

The Rex Lookout is a short stop many guests ask for. Mention it when you book.

Do you connect with Port Douglas reef tours?

Yes — the Calypso Low Isles and Calypso Outer Reef trips depart Port Douglas marina. We can time the transfer around them.

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