Is a 1¼ hr layover in Ahmedabad long enough?

AMD · Ahmedabad · Ahmedabad, India
It Depends

A 1 hour 15 min layover at AMD (Ahmedabad) is tight — it may or may not be enough.

This is close to the domestic-international MCT but leaves little buffer for shuttle delays or customs queues.
Concourses
2
Max Transit
30m
Avg. Security
20m
Primary Hub
IndiGo
Domestic → Domestic
45min
✓
Domestic → International
90min
✗
International → Domestic
90min
✗
International → International
120min
✗
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Budget extra time if connecting between domestic and international terminals, since the shuttle bus and re-screening can easily eat 45-60 minutes.
International arrivals connecting onward domestically must clear immigration and customs first, so keep transit expectations conservative.
Domestic-to-domestic connections within Terminal 1 are the fastest option if your itinerary allows routing that way.
Airport signage and staff can direct you to the inter-terminal shuttle pickup point just outside arrivals.
Avoid tight connections during early morning (5-8 AM) and evening (6-10 PM) banks when both terminals see concentrated flight departures.
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Tight connections are safer outside peak hours. Morning rush (6–9a), midday (11a–2p), and evening (4–8p) are highest risk.
Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are physically separate buildings connected by a free shuttle bus that runs every 10-15 minutes, with the ride itself taking about 5-10 minutes plus waiting and walking time to boarding areas. All passengers switching between domestic and international zones must clear security screening again, and international arrivals must pass through immigration and customs before reaching the domestic side.
Is 1 hour 15 min enough for a layover at Ahmedabad (AMD)?

This is close to the domestic-international MCT but leaves little buffer for shuttle delays or customs queues.

What is the minimum connection time at AMD?

Minimum connection times at Ahmedabad: Domestic-to-Domestic is 45 minutes, International-to-International is 120 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.

Can I make a 1 hour 15 min connection at AMD on an international flight?

1 hour 15 min is below the 120-minute international MCT at Ahmedabad. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are physically separate buildings connected by a free shuttle bus that runs every 10-15 minutes, with the ride itself taking about 5-10 minutes plus waiting and walking time to boarding areas. All passengers switching between domestic and international zones must clear security screening again, and international arrivals must pass through immigration and customs before reaching the domestic side.

How much time do I need for a layover at AMD?

We recommend at least 1 hour for a comfortable connection at Ahmedabad. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 20 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 30 minutes).

What happens if I miss my connection at AMD?

If you miss your connection, head to your airline's transfer desk or ticketing counter in the terminal you land in, as IndiGo, Air India, and SpiceJet all maintain rebooking counters at AMD for domestic itineraries; international passengers should contact their airline's help desk near immigration.

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