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Is a 55 min layover in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton long enough?

AVP · Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport · Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, United States
Probably Enough

Yes, 55 minutes is probably enough for a layover at AVP (Wilkes-Barre/Scranton).

55 minutes leaves generous slack for a small airport with minimal congestion.
Quick Stats
Concourses
1
Max Transit
5m
Avg. Security
10m
Primary Hub
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Minimum Connection Times
Domestic → Domestic
30min
✓
Domestic → International
45min
✓
International → Domestic
45min
✓
International → International
60min
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Tips for 55 min Connections
Check in advance whether your itinerary is truly a same-plane connection, since most AVP passengers actually connect at a downstream hub like Philadelphia, Charlotte, or Detroit.
With only a handful of daily departures, missing a flight here can mean waiting until the next day for the next one, so build in extra buffer.
The terminal is small enough that you can walk from any gate to any other gate in under five minutes.
TSA lines are rarely long, so precheck travelers can often clear security in under five minutes even at peak times.
There are limited food and shopping options past security, so grab anything you need before or right after screening.
Busyness — Connection Risk
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Low risk
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High risk
Tight connections are safer outside peak hours. Morning rush (6–9a), midday (11a–2p), and evening (4–8p) are highest risk.
Getting Between Concourses
There is only one terminal building with all gates accessible on foot within a couple of minutes. There is no shuttle, train, or bus needed between gates, and there is no international arrivals area requiring re-screening since AVP has no scheduled international flights.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 55 minutes enough for a layover at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP)?

55 minutes leaves generous slack for a small airport with minimal congestion.

What is the minimum connection time at AVP?

Minimum connection times at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport: Domestic-to-Domestic is 30 minutes, International-to-International is 60 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.

Can I make a 55 minutes connection at AVP on an international flight?

55 minutes is below the 60-minute international MCT at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. There is only one terminal building with all gates accessible on foot within a couple of minutes. There is no shuttle, train, or bus needed between gates, and there is no international arrivals area requiring re-screening since AVP has no scheduled international flights.

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

We recommend at least 35 minutes for a comfortable connection at Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 10 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 5 minutes).

What happens if I miss my connection at AVP?

If you miss a connection at AVP, go directly to your airline's ticket counter, since gate agents and staffing are limited and same-day rebooking options may be scarce given low flight frequency.

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