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Adelaide

Adelaide, Australia

🏷️IATAADL
📍CityAdelaide
📞Helpline+61 8 8308 9211
1 James Schofield Dr, Adelaide Airport SA 5950, Australia
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ℹ️ About Adelaide

Adelaide Airport (ADL) opened in 1955 and is operated by Adelaide Airport Limited. It handled approximately 8.5 million passengers in 2019.

It is the primary airport serving the state of South Australia. Future expansion plans include further upgrades to the terminal and airfield.

🏢 Terminals

Adelaide Airport has one main terminal building serving both domestic and international flights. The terminal has two piers: Pier B (domestic) and Pier C (international).

Pier B has 17 gates and Pier C has 7 gates. In 2021, a $200 million expansion was completed, adding 16,500 square meters to the terminal and increasing capacity to 12 million passengers per year.

🚗 How to Reach Adelaide Airport
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Metro/Rail
Adelaide Airport Railway Station is located a short walk from the terminal. The Adelaide Metro Airport Service operates every 20 minutes during peak hours. The journey to Adelaide Railway Station in the city center takes approximately 12 minutes and costs around AUD $6.10.
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Bus
JetExpress bus service operates between the airport and the city center. Route J1X runs every 30 minutes. A single trip costs approximately AUD $5.80.
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Taxi/Cab
Taxi ranks are located outside the terminal. Expect to pay around AUD $25-35 for a taxi to the city center. Uber and other ride-sharing services are also available.
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Distance
6 km from Adelaide city center, 15 minutes without traffic, 25-30 minutes during peak hours.
🛎️ Airport Facilities
Lounges
Qantas Club (domestic), Virgin Australia Lounge (domestic), Rex Lounge (domestic), Plaza Premium Lounge (international). Access via membership, airline status, or day pass.
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Food & Dining
Numerous options including Penfolds Kitchen, Coopers Alehouse, Subway, and Caffe Primo. Several cafes offer 24-hour service.
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Shopping
Duty-free shopping is available in the international departures area. Retail outlets include WHSmith, Rip Curl, and Sunglass Hut.
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Connectivity
Free WiFi is available throughout the terminal. Connect to the "Adelaide Airport Free WiFi" network.
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Banking
ATMs are located throughout the terminal. Currency exchange services are provided by Travelex.
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Medical
A medical center is located in the terminal. Hours vary.
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Other
Prayer room, parents' room, smoking areas outside the terminal.
🅿️ Parking

Short term, long term, and valet parking options are available. Short term rates start at AUD $6.50 per hour. Daily rates for long term parking start at AUD $35. Pre-booking is available at https://www.adelaideairport.com.au/parking/

💡 Tips for Travellers
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Take the Airport City bus (JetExpress J1X) for a cheaper transfer to the city compared to a taxi.
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Pre-book your parking online for potential discounts.
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Check the Adelaide Metro website for real-time updates on train and bus schedules.
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If you have an early morning flight, consider staying at the Atura Adelaide Airport Hotel, which is directly connected to the terminal.
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