Adelaide Parafield Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 10h 2m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Adelaide Parafield Airport
Parafield Airport is a public training airport, located on the edge of the residential suburb of Parafield, South Australia. It is 18 km (11 mi) north of the Adelaide central business district and adjacent to the Mawson Lakes campus of Adelaide University. Owned by the Government of Australia, it is leased to Parafield Airport Limited under a lease that runs until 2097.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
YPPFLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03L / 21R | 4,429 ft / 1,350 m | 59 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 03R / 21L | 4,196 ft / 1,279 m | 98 ft | Gvl | Lighted | Open |
| 08R / 26L | 3,255 ft / 992 m | 59 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
| 08L / 26R | 3,143 ft / 958 m | 59 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ATIS | ATIS | 120.900 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.700 MHz |
| GND | PARAFIELD GND | 119.900 MHz |
| TWR | PARAFIELD TWR | 118.700 MHz |
| TWR | PARAFIELD TWR | 124.600 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADELAIDE CTA A | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| ADELAIDE CTA C4 | Class C | CTA | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| ADELAIDE CTA C3 | Class C | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | 8500 ft MSL |
| ADELAIDE CTA C2 | Class C | CTA | 2500 ft MSL | 4500 ft MSL |
| ADELAIDE CONTROL ZONE (C) | Class C | CTR | GND | 1500 ft MSL |
| ADELAIDE CTA C1 | Class C | CTA | 1500 ft MSL | 2500 ft MSL |
| ADELAIDE CTA C5 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL180 |
| PARAFIELD CONTROL ZONE (D) | Class D | CTR | GND | 1500 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL180 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| ADELAIDE CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Australia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide Airport Control Tower | 574 ft | 30 ft | — |
| Broadcasting site South Terrace WINGFIELD | 463 ft | 33 ft | — |
| The Adelaidean | 453 ft | 187 ft | — |
| Westpac House | 433 ft | 207 ft | — |
| Realm Adelaide | 433 ft | 148 ft | — |
| Telstra | 341 ft | 272 ft | — |
| Grenfell Centre | 338 ft | 259 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 302 ft | 177 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Adelaide Parafield Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Adelaide Parafield Airport?
The ICAO code for Adelaide Parafield Airport is YPPF.
Where is Adelaide Parafield Airport located?
Adelaide Parafield Airport is small airport located in Adelaide, Australia, at an elevation of 57 ft (17 m).
How many runways does Adelaide Parafield Airport have?
Adelaide Parafield Airport has 4 runways, the longest being 4,429 ft / 1,350 m.
What time zone is Adelaide Parafield Airport in?
Adelaide Parafield Airport is in the Australia/Adelaide time zone (UTC+09:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Adelaide Parafield Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Adelaide Parafield Airport is approximately 8.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Adelaide Parafield Airport?
The nearest airport to Adelaide Parafield Airport is RAAF Base Edinburgh (YPED), about 5.3 nm to the n, followed by Calvin Grove Airport and Adelaide International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Adelaide Parafield Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.