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Is a 3 hr layover in Gothenborg long enough?

GOT · Landvetter · Gothenborg, Sweden
Probably Enough

Yes, 3 hours is probably enough for a layover at GOT (Gothenborg).

Excessive for the airport's needs; consider whether a shorter layover option exists given limited flight frequency.
Quick Stats
Concourses
1
Max Transit
10m
Avg. Security
10m
Primary Hub
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Minimum Connection Times
Schengen → Schengen
30min
✓
Schengen → Non-Schengen
35min
✓
Non-Schengen → Schengen
40min
✓
Non-Schengen → Non-Schengen
40min
✓
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Tips for 3 hr Connections
Landvetter is small enough that a 40-minute connection is usually comfortable if you're staying within the same passport-control zone.
Passport control between Schengen and non-Schengen flights (e.g. to/from the UK) can add unexpected time, especially around peak morning and evening banks.
There are few flight options at GOT, so missed connections often mean waiting for the next scheduled departure rather than quick rebooking onto an alternate flight.
Signage is straightforward and distances short, so you rarely need to rush physically — the real risk is schedule buffer, not terminal navigation.
If arriving on a delayed short-haul flight, head straight for passport control if your onward flight is in a different Schengen zone.
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
All gates are within one compact terminal building, so transfers are done entirely on foot along a single level. Passengers connecting between a Schengen and a non-Schengen flight must pass through passport control and sometimes a secondary security check, adding the only real friction to an otherwise fast walk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 3 hours enough for a layover at Landvetter (GOT)?

Excessive for the airport's needs; consider whether a shorter layover option exists given limited flight frequency.

What is the minimum connection time at GOT?

Minimum connection times at Landvetter: Schengen-to-Schengen is 30 minutes, Non-Schengen-to-Non-Schengen is 40 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.

Can I make a 3 hours connection at GOT on an international flight?

3 hours clears the 40-minute international minimum connection time at Landvetter, but you should still head directly to your gate. All gates are within one compact terminal building, so transfers are done entirely on foot along a single level. Passengers connecting between a Schengen and a non-Schengen flight must pass through passport control and sometimes a secondary security check, adding the only real friction to an otherwise fast walk.

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

We recommend at least 40 minutes for a comfortable connection at Landvetter. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 10 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 10 minutes).

What happens if I miss my connection at GOT?

If you miss a connection, go directly to the SAS or relevant airline's transfer desk in the terminal, as GOT has limited daily frequencies and rebooking may mean the next flight later that day.

Other Layover Durations at GOT
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