We recommend at least 45 minutes for a comfortable connection at Rafael Nunez. The minimum connection time is 40 minutes for domestic flights and 75 minutes for international flights. Transit between terminals takes up to 10 minutes.

Domestic-to-Domestic: 40 min. Domestic-to-International: 60 min. International-to-Domestic: 75 min. International-to-International: 75 min. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell at Rafael Nunez.

Rafael Nuñez International is a compact, single-terminal airport that handles a surprisingly heavy load of tourist and domestic traffic for its size. Connections are physically easy since everything is under one roof, but the airport's small footprint means it can get overwhelmed during peak season, and international arrivals must clear immigration and customs before any onward connection. All gates are within one terminal building, so passengers simply walk between areas — there is no train, shuttle, or bus needed. International arrivals exit through a separate immigration and customs corridor before re-entering the main terminal, which adds a mandatory re-screening step for any onward domestic flight.

Still under the domestic minimum connecting time, especially risky if there's any line at security. See full 30 min guide →

Comfortable for domestic-to-domestic given the terminal's small size and short walking distances. See full 45 min guide →

Matches the domestic-international MCT and gives a reasonable cushion for most connections. See full 1 hr guide →

Meets the international-domestic MCT, enough time to clear immigration and get to a domestic gate. See full 1¼ hr guide →

Comfortable margin even for international-to-international connections requiring immigration and customs. See full 1½ hr guide →

Very safe for any connection type, including international arrivals during busy holiday periods. See full 2 hr guide →

More than enough time regardless of connection type or seasonal congestion. See full 2½ hr guide →

Ample cushion; the only risk is boredom given limited terminal amenities. See full 3 hr guide →

Excessive for this small airport, though not a problem beyond limited food and seating options. See full 4 hr guide →