AirportsExploreGuidesCalculatorAbout
Home/Explore/Latin America & Caribbean/Brazil/CWB/50 min

Is a 50 min layover in Curitiba long enough?

CWB · Afonso Pena · Curitiba, Brazil
Probably Enough

Yes, 50 minutes is probably enough for a layover at CWB (Curitiba).

Comfortable buffer above the domestic MCT for a straightforward same-zone transfer.
Quick Stats
Concourses
1
Max Transit
10m
Avg. Security
12m
Primary Hub
—
Minimum Connection Times
Domestic → Domestic
45min
tight
Domestic → International
60min
✗
International → Domestic
75min
✗
International → International
75min
✗
AD PLACEMENT — CONTEXTUAL
Tips for 50 min Connections
International arrivals must clear Federal Police immigration and collect/recheck bags through customs before any connection, so build in extra buffer.
The terminal is small enough that gate-to-gate walks rarely exceed 10 minutes even at the far ends.
Signage is bilingual (Portuguese/English) but staffing at transfer desks can be limited outside peak hours, so ask ground staff early if unsure.
Peak congestion tends to hit in early morning and early evening waves tied to São Paulo and Rio shuttle flights.
If connecting from an international flight to domestic, verify whether your bag needs to be re-checked after customs, as this is a common bottleneck.
Busyness — Connection Risk
12a6a12p6p12a
Low risk
Moderate
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
All gates are within a single compact terminal building, so passengers move between areas entirely on foot with no shuttle or train required. International arrivals must pass through Federal Police immigration control and customs before reaching the domestic transfer area or connecting flights, which is the main added step compared to a same-zone connection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 50 minutes enough for a layover at Afonso Pena (CWB)?

Comfortable buffer above the domestic MCT for a straightforward same-zone transfer.

What is the minimum connection time at CWB?

Minimum connection times at Afonso Pena: Domestic-to-Domestic is 45 minutes, International-to-International is 75 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.

Can I make a 50 minutes connection at CWB on an international flight?

50 minutes is below the 75-minute international MCT at Afonso Pena. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. All gates are within a single compact terminal building, so passengers move between areas entirely on foot with no shuttle or train required. International arrivals must pass through Federal Police immigration control and customs before reaching the domestic transfer area or connecting flights, which is the main added step compared to a same-zone connection.

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

We recommend at least 45 minutes for a comfortable connection at Afonso Pena. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 12 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 10 minutes).

What happens if I miss my connection at CWB?

Rebooking desks for LATAM, Azul, and GOL are located near the check-in hall in the main terminal; passengers on missed connections should go directly there or to the airline's transfer counter rather than exiting through arrivals.

Other Layover Durations at CWB
25 min30 min35 min40 min45 min55 min1 hr1¼ hr1½ hr1¾ hr2 hr2½ hr3 hr4 hr
50 min Layovers at Other Airports
GRUSao PauloBELBelemBSBBrasiliaATLAtlantaDXBDubai
AD PLACEMENT — BEFORE FOOTER