Connecting Flight
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Definition
A flight that requires changing aircraft at an intermediate airport
Related Terms
Hub Airport
An airport that serves as a transfer point for connecting flights, typically for one or more airlines
Layover
A short wait between connecting flights, typically under 24 hours
Minimum Connection Time (MCT)
The shortest allowed time between connecting flights at a specific airport
Transfer
Changing from one flight to another at a connecting airport
Mentioned In
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