Airport Layout
Runway configuration and terminal area for Adelaide Airport.
Security & screening at Australian airports
Recommended arrival times
- Domestic flights: arrive 60 minutes before departure
- International flights: arrive 2–3 hours before departure (longer for first-time international travellers)
What you can carry on
- Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs): containers up to 100ml for international flights, all in a single transparent 1L resealable bag. Domestic flights have no LAG restrictions on most airlines.
- Lithium batteries (in personal devices): allowed in carry-on only. Spare batteries up to 100Wh permitted in carry-on; batteries over 160Wh prohibited.
- Sharp items including scissors with blades over 6cm, knives, and tools must be packed in checked baggage.
Prohibited items
- Firearms (require declaration and approval)
- Explosives, flammable liquids, compressed gases
- Pepper spray, mace, tear gas
- Self-defence weapons including knuckle dusters
Full list: ABF prohibited items
International arrivals — biosecurity
Australia has strict biosecurity laws. Declare all food, plant material, animal products, soil, wooden items, and outdoor equipment on your Incoming Passenger Card. Fines start at AUD $626 and undeclared prohibited items can result in penalties up to $660,000 or visa cancellation. When in doubt, declare it.
Useful links
- Smart Traveller (DFAT) — travel advisories
- Australian Border Force — customs and biosecurity
- Aviation Security (Department of Infrastructure)
Nearby Attractions
Quick Facts
Stay connected on arrival — Airalo eSIM
Skip airport SIM kiosks — install Airalo before you fly and activate the moment you land.
Scan to install on your phone
At a Glance
Airport Codes
- IATA
- ADL
- ICAO
- YPAD
Location
- City
- Adelaide
- State
- South Australia
- Timezone
- Adelaide
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Campsites(5)
Discovery Parks - West Beach Parks
Caravan-Park · 2.3km
The Retreat at West Beach Parks (Formerly West Beach Parks Resort)
Campsite · 2.4km
Adelaide Showground Caravan Park
Caravan-Park · 5.2km
Marion Holiday Park
Campsite · 8.5km
Aspen Holidays Adelaide Caravan Park | Inner City East
Caravan-Park · 8.6km
Trails(3)
Attractions(5)
Toilets(3)
Groceries(5)
Fuel(5)
Dump Points(5)
Bolivar OTR Truck Centre
Free · 20.3km
St Kilda Adventure Park Dump Point
Free · 22.4km
St Kilda
Free · 22.4km
Johnson Memorial Recreation Ground
Free · 27.6km
Balhannah Dump Point
Free · 27.6km