ADL - Adelaide International Airport
Adelaide, Australia
IATA Code: ADL · Adelaide, Australia
The airport code ADL is the IATA identifier for Adelaide International Airport. You may also find it referred to as Adelaide Airport (ADL).
Adelaide International Airport (ADL) serves Adelaide, Australia, in the Asia Pacific fuel pricing region. It provides essential air connectivity for travelers in the area.
ADL is the IATA airport code for Adelaide International Airport, located in Adelaide, Australia. The airport is situated at coordinates 34.9450°S, 138.5310°E. The current jet fuel price in the Asia Pacific region is $5.15/gallon as of 2026-05-16.
Current Jet Fuel Price (Asia Pacific)
$5.15/gallon
⚠️ Global Fuel Price Surge 2026: Prices affected by 108%
Airport Information
- IATA Code
- ADL
- City
- Adelaide
- Country
- Australia
- Timezone
- Australia/Adelaide
- Latitude
- -34.9450°
- Longitude
- 138.5310°
- Type
- airport
- Fuel Region
- Asia Pacific
Flight Distances & Estimated Fuel Costs from ADL
Estimated fuel costs based on current jet fuel prices and standard narrowbody aircraft consumption.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Fuel Cost | Fuel Surcharge* |
|---|---|---|---|
| PEA - Penneshaw | 104 km | $1,500 | $3/passenger |
| KGC - Kingscote | 125 km | $1,803 | $4/passenger |
| PPI - | 196 km | $2,826 | $6/passenger |
| RMK - Renmark | 213 km | $3,071 | $6/passenger |
| WYA - Whyalla | 230 km | $3,317 | $7/passenger |
| CVC - | 231 km | $3,331 | $7/passenger |
| PLO - Port Lincoln | 245 km | $3,533 | $7/passenger |
| PUG - Argyle | 281 km | $4,052 | $8/passenger |
| NAC - Naracoorte | 301 km | $4,340 | $9/passenger |
| MQL - Mildura | 335 km | $4,831 | $10/passenger |
| HTU - | 358 km | $5,162 | $10/passenger |
| MGB - Mount Gambier | 371 km | $5,350 | $11/passenger |
| HSM - Horsham | 380 km | $5,480 | $11/passenger |
| WKB - | 383 km | $5,523 | $11/passenger |
| BHQ - Broken Hill | 426 km | $6,143 | $12/passenger |
| HLT - Hamilton | 437 km | $6,302 | $13/passenger |
| SWC - | 446 km | $6,431 | $13/passenger |
| UMR - Woomera | 452 km | $6,518 | $13/passenger |
| SWH - Swan Hill | 457 km | $6,590 | $13/passenger |
| PTJ - Portland | 458 km | $6,604 | $13/passenger |
| BZD - | 462 km | $6,662 | $13/passenger |
| ARY - | 479 km | $6,907 | $14/passenger |
| LGH - Leigh Creek | 483 km | $6,965 | $14/passenger |
| KRA - | 499 km | $7,196 | $14/passenger |
| WMB - Warrnambool | 511 km | $7,369 | $15/passenger |
| OLP - Olympic Dam | 519 km | $7,484 | $15/passenger |
| CED - Ceduna | 545 km | $7,859 | $16/passenger |
| BXG - Bendigo | 559 km | $8,061 | $16/passenger |
| HXX - | 577 km | $8,320 | $17/passenger |
| ECH - | 579 km | $8,349 | $17/passenger |
| DNQ - Deniliquin | 586 km | $8,450 | $17/passenger |
| WIO - Wilcannia | 589 km | $8,493 | $17/passenger |
| AVV - Avalon | 632 km | $9,113 | $18/passenger |
| GEX - Geelong | 633 km | $9,128 | $18/passenger |
| SHT - Shepparton | 641 km | $9,243 | $18/passenger |
| MEL - Melbourne | 642 km | $9,258 | $19/passenger |
| PXH - Prominent Hill | 646 km | $9,315 | $19/passenger |
| MEB - Melbourne | 649 km | $9,359 | $19/passenger |
| DLK - Dulkaninna | 660 km | $9,517 | $19/passenger |
| MBW - Melbourne | 677 km | $9,762 | $20/passenger |
| GFF - Griffith | 694 km | $10,007 | $20/passenger |
| TYB - | 695 km | $10,022 | $20/passenger |
| BLN - | 698 km | $10,065 | $20/passenger |
| CWW - | 718 km | $10,354 | $21/passenger |
| WGT - | 721 km | $10,397 | $21/passenger |
| KNS - King Island | 723 km | $10,426 | $21/passenger |
| NRA - Narrandera | 729 km | $10,512 | $21/passenger |
| KYI - Yalata | 734 km | $10,584 | $21/passenger |
| CPD - Coober Pedy | 748 km | $10,786 | $22/passenger |
| ABX - Albury | 773 km | $11,147 | $22/passenger |
* Estimated fuel surcharge per passenger. Actual surcharges vary by airline and booking class.
How Jet Fuel Prices Affect Your ADL Flights
Jet fuel typically accounts for 25-35% of airline operating costs. When fuel prices rise due to global events like conflicts or supply disruptions, airlines pass these costs to passengers through fuel surcharges.
Currently, the Asia Pacific region has jet fuel priced at $5.15/gallon. This is approximately 108% higher than normal due to Brent crude elevated. EIA Gulf Coast jet fuel at $5.21/gal (2026-05-16). Airlines implementing surcharges globally. IATA reports $175/barrel global average.
Tips to Save on Flights from ADL
- Book during periods of lower fuel prices (typically Q1)
- Choose airlines with fuel-efficient aircraft (787, A350)
- Consider nearby alternative airports
- Book direct flights to avoid multiple fuel surcharges
Climate & Weather at Adelaide
Adelaide enjoys a subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Temperatures generally range from 15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) throughout the year. Early morning and late evening flights can offer relief from daytime heat during summer. Pack layers for air-conditioned terminals.
Traveler Guide: Flying Through ADL
Located in the Oceania region, ADL serves the Australian and Pacific aviation market. Australian airports maintain high safety and service standards, with efficient customs and biosecurity screening. Travelers entering Australia must declare all food, plant material, and animal products upon arrival due to strict biosecurity laws.
🇺🇳 Australia Travel Tips
Australian airports enforce strict biosecurity. All passengers must complete an Incoming Passenger Card and declare food, plant, and animal items. Domestic travel within Australia covers vast distances, making fuel costs a significant component of ticket prices.
Planning Your Trip via ADL
- Arrival time: Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international flights at Adelaide International Airport
- Ground transportation: Check current gasoline costs for driving to/from ADL
- Fuel impact awareness: The Asia Pacific region currently prices jet fuel at $5.15/gallon — compare this with other regions to understand route pricing
- Alternative airports: The nearest airports to ADL are PEA, KGC, PPI — consider these for potentially lower fares