Is a 45 min layover in Bucaramanga long enough?
A 45 minutes layover at BGA (Bucaramanga) is tight — it may or may not be enough.
Is 45 minutes enough for a layover at Palonegro (BGA)?
This matches the domestic-domestic MCT and can work if both flights are on time and the terminal isn't crowded.
What is the minimum connection time at BGA?
Minimum connection times at Palonegro: Domestic-to-Domestic is 45 minutes, International-to-International is 60 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.
Can I make a 45 minutes connection at BGA on an international flight?
45 minutes is below the 60-minute international MCT at Palonegro. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. There is only one small terminal building, so domestic and international flights share the same gate area and check-in hall. Passengers arriving internationally (essentially only from Panama) clear immigration and customs in a small arrivals area before rejoining the general terminal, while purely domestic-to-domestic passengers simply walk between gates with no re-screening beyond the single central security checkpoint.
How much time do I need for a layover at BGA?
We recommend at least 1 hour for a comfortable connection at Palonegro. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 10 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 10 minutes).
What happens if I miss my connection at BGA?
Because so few passengers actually connect through Bucaramanga, airlines here (mainly Avianca, LATAM, and Wingo) will typically rebook missed connections onto the next available flight via Bogotá at their check-in counter or boarding gate desk, as there is no dedicated transfer service center.