Is a 1½ hr layover in Chiayi long enough?
Yes, 1½ hours is probably enough for a layover at CYI (Chiayi).
Is 1½ hours enough for a layover at Chiayi (CYI)?
More time than the airport's entire operations would ever require.
What is the minimum connection time at CYI?
Minimum connection times at Chiayi: Domestic-to-Domestic is 30 minutes, International-to-International is 60 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.
Can I make a 1½ hours connection at CYI on an international flight?
1½ hours clears the 60-minute international minimum connection time at Chiayi, but you should still head directly to your gate. The entire airport is one small building with a single check-in hall, one security checkpoint, and a handful of gates reachable on foot in under five minutes. There is no airside transfer system, shuttle, or train because the terminal footprint is so compact.
How much time do I need for a layover at CYI?
We recommend at least 35 minutes for a comfortable connection at Chiayi. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 5 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 5 minutes).
What happens if I miss my connection at CYI?
With only a few daily domestic flights, missing a connection means rebooking directly with Uni Air staff at the single counter, often onto the next scheduled departure that day.