Plan your journey
King Island is around 45 minutes by air from Melbourne or northern Tasmania, with flights arriving into the island’s central airport. From there, Red Rock Hut is around a 25-minute drive north from the main township of Currie or King Island Airport.
Just a short flight away
Regular flights connect King Island with Melbourne and northern Tasmania. Choose the departure point that works best for your journey.
From Melbourne
From Tasmania
From Red Rock Hut
Red Rock Hut sits on King Island’s west coast, within easy reach of the island’s towns, beaches, golf courses and produce.
Bowling Club
Your own wheels are best
There is no public transport or rideshare service on King Island, so we recommend hiring a car for the duration of your stay. A mid-sized SUV or 4WD is recommended, particularly for exploring the island’s unsealed roads.
King Island Car Rental can arrange for your vehicle to be ready when you arrive, making it easy to collect your car at the airport and begin exploring straight away.
King Island Car Rental →Prefer not to drive? Transfers to and from Red Rock Hut can also be arranged on request. Let us know your plans and we’ll help coordinate the details.
Everything else you need to know
From check-in and what to pack to groceries, dining, staying connected and life on King Island, you’ll find more practical information in our FAQs.
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