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HAKHaikou (Meilan)·Haikou Meilan International Airport·Haikou (Meilan), China
How long is your layover?
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Recommended minimum50 minutes
Quick Stats
Concourses
2
Terminal 1, Terminal 2
Max Transit
25m
via walking
Avg. Security
20m
Primary Hub
Hainan Airlines
Minimum Connection Times
Domestic → Domestic
45min
Domestic → International
70min
International → Domestic
100min
International → International
90min
Haikou skylinePhoto by Miguel Cuenca on Pexels
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Getting Between Concourses
Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are linked by a covered walkway and shuttle bus service, with the walk itself taking 10-15 minutes plus queuing for security. International arrivals must clear immigration and customs before any onward connection, even to a domestic flight, since there is no dedicated international-to-domestic transit corridor.
Busyness — Connection Risk
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Key Facts
Hainan Airlines domestic stronghold
Two-terminal layout with shuttle link
Growing but limited international network
Immigration adds real time to international transfers
Airlines at HAK
Hainan AirlinesLucky Air
Common Questions
Is 30 minutes enough for a layover at HAK?

Still well under minimum connecting times, especially risky if terminals differ. See full 30 min guide →

Is 45 minutes enough for a layover at HAK?

Meets the bare domestic MCT but leaves zero buffer if the walkway or shuttle is delayed. See full 45 min guide →

Is 1 hour enough for a layover at HAK?

Solid for domestic-domestic and workable for domestic-to-international if immigration isn't required. See full 1 hr guide →

Is 1 hour 15 min enough for a layover at HAK?

Sufficient for domestic-international connections with normal processing times. See full 1¼ hr guide →

Is 1½ hours enough for a layover at HAK?

Covers international-domestic connections requiring immigration clearance under typical conditions. See full 1½ hr guide →

Is 2 hours enough for a layover at HAK?

Ample time for any connection type, including peak-hour congestion at immigration. See full 2 hr guide →

Is 2½ hours enough for a layover at HAK?

Very safe margin, allowing for delays or long queues without risk. See full 2½ hr guide →

Is 3 hours enough for a layover at HAK?

Excess time for this airport's size, suitable even with unexpected disruptions. See full 3 hr guide →

Is 4 hours enough for a layover at HAK?

Far more than needed; consider airport lounges or a quick trip into Haikou if visa rules allow. See full 4 hr guide →

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