Is a 55 min layover in London long enough?
A 55 minutes layover at LHR (London) is tight — it may or may not be enough.
Is 55 minutes enough for a layover at Heathrow (LHR)?
Approaching the 60-minute international MCT but only comfortable for same-terminal transfers.
What is the minimum connection time at LHR?
Minimum connection times at Heathrow: Domestic-to-Domestic is 45 minutes, International-to-International is 75 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.
Can I make a 55 minutes connection at LHR on an international flight?
55 minutes is below the 75-minute international MCT at Heathrow. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 are adjacent and connected by a covered walkway (10-15 minutes on foot). Terminal 5 is linked to the central area by a dedicated driverless transit train (Heathrow Express-style pod), while Terminal 4 is the most remote and requires either the Heathrow Express/Elizabeth line rail link or an inter-terminal bus, both of which involve exiting to landside transfer areas and passing through security again at the new terminal.
How much time do I need for a layover at LHR?
We recommend at least 1 hour for a comfortable connection at Heathrow. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 20 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 35 minutes).
What happens if I miss my connection at LHR?
If you miss a connection, British Airways and most other carriers have transfer desks in the arrival terminal (especially prominent in T5) that can rebook you without needing to collect bags first if you remain airside; if you've been forced landside, use the airline's rebooking desk in the terminal you land in.