Is a 1½ hr layover in Rio Negro long enough?
Yes, 1½ hours is probably enough for a layover at MDE (Rio Negro).
Is 1½ hours enough for a layover at Jose Maria Cordova (MDE)?
Comfortable buffer for any connection type including international arrivals with customs.
What is the minimum connection time at MDE?
Minimum connection times at Jose Maria Cordova: Domestic-to-Domestic is 45 minutes, International-to-International is 60 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.
Can I make a 1½ hours connection at MDE on an international flight?
1½ hours clears the 60-minute international minimum connection time at Jose Maria Cordova, but you should still head directly to your gate. All operations run through one terminal building, so passengers walk between the domestic and international concourses via a shared central hall. International arrivals must clear immigration and collect/recheck bags before reaching the domestic side, which is the main bottleneck rather than distance.
How much time do I need for a layover at MDE?
We recommend at least 50 minutes for a comfortable connection at Jose Maria Cordova. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 15 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 15 minutes).
What happens if I miss my connection at MDE?
Avianca has a transfer/rebooking desk in the international arrivals area and at the domestic gates; passengers who miss a connection due to a delayed inbound flight should go directly there for reaccommodation on the next available flight.