What is the tower frequency at YPAD?

The tower frequency at Adelaide Intl is 120.500 MHz.

What fuel is available at YPAD?

Adelaide Intl offers JET A-1, AVGAS 100LL.

Does YPAD require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Adelaide Intl (Australia).

Is customs available at YPAD?

Yes, customs at Adelaide Intl is available from 22:30 to 06:30.

Does YPAD require slots or PPR?

Slots are required and PPR is required at Adelaide Intl.

Where is YPAD located?

Adelaide Intl (YPAD) is located in Adelaide, Australia.

What is the IATA code for YPAD?

The IATA code for Adelaide Intl is ADL.

How long is the runway at YPAD?

The main runway at Adelaide Intl (05/23) measures 10170 X 151.

Does YPAD have an ILS approach?

Yes, Adelaide Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 05/23.

Is YPAD a port of entry?

Yes, Adelaide Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Adelaide Intl (YPAD/ADL) — Adelaide, Australia

Adelaide Intl (YPAD/ADL) serves Adelaide, Australia. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (05/23, 12/30). Field elevation is 20 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 4/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 10/10

Data last updated: 2026-04-08

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: YPAD
Name: Adelaide Intl
Type: large_airport
Category: International
Latitude: -34.947514
Longitude: 138.533386
Elevation: 20 ft
Country: Australia
Municipality: Adelaide
IATA Code: ADL
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: YMMM
Timezone: Australia/Adelaide
Distance from City: 6.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 05/23

Designation: 05/23
Dimensions: 10170 X 151
Surface: Asphalt
PCN: N/A
Lighting: HIRL, PAPI
NAVAIDs: LOC IAD 109.7 (RWY 23)
Approach Types: ILS-Z or LOC-Z, RNP
Remarks: 3100m x 45m. ILS/LOC approach RWY 23. RNP approach RWY 23.

Runway 12/30

Designation: 12/30
Dimensions: 5418 X 151
Surface: Asphalt
PCN: N/A
Lighting: HIRL
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: 1651m x 45m.

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Frequencies

Tower: 120.500 MHz
Ground: 121.700 MHz
Operations: 124.200 MHz
Traffic/Approach: Approach 124.200 MHz; Tower 120.500 MHz (H24); Ground 121.700 MHz; ATIS 116.4 MHz MHz
ATIS: 116.400 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday Open 24 hours

Tuesday Open 24 hours

Wednesday Open 24 hours

Thursday Open 24 hours

Friday Open 24 hours

Saturday Open 24 hours

Sunday Open 24 hours

Adelaide Intl operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: Airport and Control Tower H24. Terminal open 0315-2330 local. Curfew restrictions apply 2300-0600 local (1330-2030 UTC).

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: https://adelaideairport.com.au
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: Yes
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: [email protected]
Remarks: Slots required for scheduled commercial air services. PPR required for military, charter, and non-standard movements. General aviation does not require slots but must comply with noise abatement procedures.

Customs

Open: 22:30
Close: 06:30
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: Yes
Remarks: Local hours approx 0830-1100, 1230-1700, 1830-0100 ACST/ACDT. Available on request outside published hours with prior notice. Australia is a port of entry; biosecurity and immigration checks apply.

Fees

Landing Fee: N/A
Parking Fee: N/A
Handling Mandatory: No
Currency: AUD
Remarks: N/A

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-07
Remarks: N/A

Fuel Type: AVGAS 100LL
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-07
Remarks: N/A

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: APIS required for all international flights. Advance notification via ARO mandatory. No US CBP preclearance.

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: 13:30
Curfew End: 20:30
Noise Chapter Min: 3
Remarks: Noise curfew 2300-0600 local (1330-2030 UTC). Stage 2 aircraft banned. Stage 3+ restricted during curfew with limited exemptions. Max wingspan 80m.

Alternates

YPED

ICAO: YPED
Name: RAAF Base Edinburgh
Distance (NM): 15.1
Has IFR: No
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: N/A

YKSC

ICAO: YKSC
Name: Kingscote Airport
Distance (NM): 67.6
Has IFR: No
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: N/A

YPIR

ICAO: YPIR
Name: Port Pirie Airport
Distance (NM): 105.9
Has IFR: No
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: N/A

Airport Services

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Australia Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: No
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: N/A
Landing Lead Time: Private non-revenue: 10 working days written notice. Charter (Form 094): 6-8 WEEKS (including CASA Charter Permission).

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require advance customs notification (SmartGate/ABF). Biosecurity quarantine strict.

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Active NOTAMs

H5870/26 info

ILS out of service

ILS 'IAD' 109.7 RWY23 UNSERVICEABLE

2026-08-02 13:30:00 2026-08-02 20:30:00

H5880/26 caution

Obstacle erected

OBST CRANE 187FT AMSL ERECTED PSN 345656.78S 1383010.27E BRG 314 MAG 2.2M FM ARP INFRINGES INNER HORIZONTAL SFC BY 28FT

2026-07-22 21:30:00 2026-07-28 07:30:00

H5916/26 caution

Obstacle erected

OBST CRANE (MARKED AND LIT) 262FT AMSL ERECTED PSN 345508.26S 1383448.53E BRG 050 MAG 2.92NM FM ARP INFRINGES CONICAL SFC BY 103FT

2026-07-21 00:35:00 2026-10-18 07:30:00

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Nearby Airports

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at YPAD?: The tower frequency at Adelaide Intl is 120.500 MHz.
What fuel is available at YPAD?: Adelaide Intl offers JET A-1, AVGAS 100LL.
Does YPAD require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Adelaide Intl (Australia).
Is customs available at YPAD?: Yes, customs at Adelaide Intl is available from 22:30 to 06:30.
Does YPAD require slots or PPR?: Slots are required and PPR is required at Adelaide Intl.
Where is YPAD located?: Adelaide Intl (YPAD) is located in Adelaide, Australia.
What is the IATA code for YPAD?: The IATA code for Adelaide Intl is ADL.
How long is the runway at YPAD?: The main runway at Adelaide Intl (05/23) measures 10170 X 151.
Does YPAD have an ILS approach?: Yes, Adelaide Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 05/23.
Is YPAD a port of entry?: Yes, Adelaide Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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