Is a 35 min layover in Songkhla long enough?
No, 35 minutes is probably not enough for a layover at HDY (Songkhla).
Is 35 minutes enough for a layover at Hat Yai International (HDY)?
Still below the domestic MCT of 45 minutes, so risk of misconnection remains high.
What is the minimum connection time at HDY?
Minimum connection times at Hat Yai International: Domestic-to-Domestic is 45 minutes, International-to-International is 75 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.
Can I make a 35 minutes connection at HDY on an international flight?
35 minutes is below the 75-minute international MCT at Hat Yai International. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. Hat Yai has one small terminal building with domestic and international check-in areas on the same level, separated only by a short walk. There is no train or shuttle system; passengers walk between check-in, security, and the small departure lounge area, with immigration/customs screening applied only for international arrivals and departures.
How much time do I need for a layover at HDY?
We recommend at least 45 minutes for a comfortable connection at Hat Yai International. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 10 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 8 minutes).
What happens if I miss my connection at HDY?
If you miss a connection at HDY, go to your airline's check-in counter in the main terminal, as there is no multi-airline transfer desk; onward domestic flights to Bangkok are frequent, but international rebooking options are limited and may require waiting until the next day.