Is a 1 hr layover in Anchorage long enough?
Yes, 1 hour is probably enough for a layover at ANC (Anchorage).
Is 1 hour enough for a layover at Ted Stevens Anchorage International (ANC)?
60 minutes matches the domestic-international MCT and gives enough buffer for the walkway and a second screening if needed.
What is the minimum connection time at ANC?
Minimum connection times at Ted Stevens Anchorage International: Domestic-to-Domestic is 45 minutes, International-to-International is 75 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.
Can I make a 1 hour connection at ANC on an international flight?
1 hour is below the 75-minute international MCT at Ted Stevens Anchorage International. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. The North and South Terminals are connected by an enclosed, climate-controlled walkway that takes about 10-15 minutes to traverse at a normal pace. There is no train or shuttle between them since the terminals sit adjacent to one another, but passengers switching terminals must clear a separate security checkpoint, as there is no sterile connector between the two secure areas.
How much time do I need for a layover at ANC?
We recommend at least 55 minutes for a comfortable connection at Ted Stevens Anchorage International. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 12 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 15 minutes).
What happens if I miss my connection at ANC?
Alaska Airlines dominates the airport and has staff and self-service kiosks in the North Terminal to quickly rebook missed connections, often onto the next available flight the same day given frequent intra-Alaska service. For other carriers with only one or two daily flights, a missed connection may mean an overnight wait, so check with the airline's counter in the South Terminal immediately.