Is a 1¼ hr layover in Baltimore long enough?
Yes, 1 hour 15 min is probably enough for a layover at BWI (Baltimore).
Is 1 hour 15 min enough for a layover at Baltimore Washington International (BWI)?
Meets BWI's international MCT threshold, giving room for Federal Inspection processing if arriving internationally.
What is the minimum connection time at BWI?
Minimum connection times at Baltimore Washington 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 15 min connection at BWI on an international flight?
1 hour 15 min clears the 75-minute international minimum connection time at Baltimore Washington International, but you should still head directly to your gate. All concourses are connected airside behind security via a continuous corridor with moving walkways, so no shuttle or train is needed. International arrivals (on Concourse E) go through Federal Inspection before re-entering the connected concourse system, meaning international-to-domestic connectors must clear immigration, customs, and a security recheck.
How much time do I need for a layover at BWI?
We recommend at least 50 minutes for a comfortable connection at Baltimore Washington International. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 20 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 20 minutes).
What happens if I miss my connection at BWI?
Southwest passengers who misconnect can typically rebook at a gate agent or Customer Service counter near their arrival gate without leaving security; other airlines' passengers should go to their carrier's service desk in the main terminal or use the airline's app for automatic rebooking.