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Is a 40 min layover in San Sebastian long enough?

EAS · San Sebastian · San Sebastian, Spain
Probably Enough

Yes, 40 minutes is probably enough for a layover at EAS (San Sebastian).

Comfortable given the airport's tiny size and short walk from check-in to gate.
Quick Stats
Concourses
1
Max Transit
5m
Avg. Security
5m
Primary Hub
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Minimum Connection Times
Schengen → Schengen
30min
✓
Schengen → Non-Schengen
40min
tight
Non-Schengen → Schengen
40min
tight
Non-Schengen → Non-Schengen
45min
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Tips for 40 min Connections
There is essentially one small waiting area, so once through security you are already at your gate.
Flights are infrequent (a few per day to Madrid and Barcelona), so double-check your onward flight actually exists rather than worrying about walking distance.
Airport staff and signage are minimal, so arrive with your boarding pass ready since automated systems are limited.
There is no dedicated international arrivals process, so if you're arriving from outside Schengen you'll need to check ahead how immigration is handled for the rare exception flight.
Bring snacks or a meal beforehand, as food and shopping options inside are very limited.
Busyness — Connection Risk
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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
There is a single small terminal building with one level for check-in, security, and the gate area, so all 'transit' is on foot and takes only a few minutes. There are no shuttles, trains, or terminal transfers of any kind, and no re-screening is needed since passengers never leave a secure zone to reach another terminal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 40 minutes enough for a layover at San Sebastian (EAS)?

Comfortable given the airport's tiny size and short walk from check-in to gate.

What is the minimum connection time at EAS?

Minimum connection times at San Sebastian: Schengen-to-Schengen is 30 minutes, Non-Schengen-to-Non-Schengen is 45 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.

Can I make a 40 minutes connection at EAS on an international flight?

40 minutes is below the 45-minute international MCT at San Sebastian. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. There is a single small terminal building with one level for check-in, security, and the gate area, so all 'transit' is on foot and takes only a few minutes. There are no shuttles, trains, or terminal transfers of any kind, and no re-screening is needed since passengers never leave a secure zone to reach another terminal.

What happens if I miss my connection at EAS?

With only a few flights a day, missing a connection here usually means waiting until the next scheduled departure, sometimes the following day; the small Iberia/Air Nostrum desk on site can rebook you, or contact the airline directly as there is no extensive rebooking infrastructure.

Other Layover Durations at EAS
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