Regional gateway serving South Australia's industrial Whyalla city.
Location
Whyalla, Australia
Whyalla Airport is a regional airport located in Whyalla, South Australia, serving as the primary air link between the city and Adelaide. The airport supports both passenger services and general aviation operations, playing an important role in connecting this industrial city to the broader Australian transport network.
Whyalla is a significant steel-producing city on the Eyre Peninsula, and the airport facilitates both business and leisure travel for residents, workers, and visitors to the region. Regional airline services connect Whyalla to Adelaide, providing an essential transport option given the city's remote location.
Terminals
The airport has a single modest terminal building suited to regional passenger volumes.
Getting to & from
Taxis and rental cars are available at the airport for onward travel into Whyalla city.
Airlines here
Regional Express (Rex) is the primary airline operating scheduled passenger services at Whyalla Airport, connecting the city to Adelaide.
Notable facts
- ›Whyalla Airport serves one of South Australia's largest regional cities, known for its steelworks.
- ›The airport is located approximately 5 kilometres from Whyalla's city centre.
- ›Regional Express (Rex) operates the main scheduled service linking Whyalla to Adelaide.
- ›The airport supports general aviation in addition to regular passenger services.
- ›Whyalla is situated on the upper Spencer Gulf on the Eyre Peninsula.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
