South Australia’s gateway
Adelaide Airport opened at West Beach in 1955, replacing the older Parafield Airport, which is still used for flight training. A new integrated terminal opened in 2005, and the airport has expanded with growing international traffic.
What you’ll see on the live cams
Expect a steady flow of Qantas, Virgin Australia and Jetstar domestic jets to Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth, regional turboprops, and international widebodies from Asia and the Middle East. The 4K stream from InPlaneSight gives close-up detail, while the airport’s official camera shows the full runway.
Runways
ADL has two runways: the main 05/23 and the shorter crossing runway 12/30. Runway 23 is used most often with south-westerly sea breezes.
Best times to watch
- Morning and late afternoon: domestic business peaks.
- Evening: international departures to Asia and the Middle East.
