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Is a 1 hr layover in Marseille long enough?

MRS · Provence · Marseille, France
Probably Enough

Yes, 1 hour is probably enough for a layover at MRS (Marseille).

Comfortable for Schengen-Schengen transfers and meets the minimum for connections involving non-Schengen passport control.
Quick Stats
Concourses
4
Max Transit
25m
Avg. Security
10m
Primary Hub
—
Minimum Connection Times
Schengen → Schengen
45min
✓
Schengen → Non-Schengen
60min
tight
Non-Schengen → Schengen
60min
tight
Non-Schengen → Non-Schengen
75min
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Tips for 1 hr Connections
Check whether your connecting flight departs from Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 before you land, since they are physically separate buildings.
If connecting between terminals, budget at least 45-60 minutes for the shuttle bus ride plus re-screening, well beyond the airport's small footprint suggests.
Passengers arriving from outside Schengen must clear passport control in Terminal 1 before reaching onward Schengen gates, so factor in queue time.
Within Terminal 1 the halls are close together and walkable in a few minutes, making same-terminal Schengen connections relatively easy.
Flight frequencies to many destinations are limited, so a missed connection can mean a long wait or overnight delay rather than a quick rebooking.
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
Within Terminal 1, the halls are linked by short airside corridors, but passengers arriving from non-Schengen countries must clear passport control before reaching the Schengen side. Moving between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 requires exiting security, taking a landside shuttle bus (running every 10-15 minutes, about a 5-10 minute ride), and re-clearing security on the other side.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 1 hour enough for a layover at Provence (MRS)?

Comfortable for Schengen-Schengen transfers and meets the minimum for connections involving non-Schengen passport control.

What is the minimum connection time at MRS?

Minimum connection times at Provence: Schengen-to-Schengen is 45 minutes, Non-Schengen-to-Non-Schengen is 75 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.

Can I make a 1 hour connection at MRS on an international flight?

1 hour is below the 75-minute international MCT at Provence. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. Within Terminal 1, the halls are linked by short airside corridors, but passengers arriving from non-Schengen countries must clear passport control before reaching the Schengen side. Moving between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 requires exiting security, taking a landside shuttle bus (running every 10-15 minutes, about a 5-10 minute ride), and re-clearing security on the other side.

What happens if I miss my connection at MRS?

Head to your airline's ticket desk or customer service counter in the departing terminal, as MRS has limited same-day reprotection options given its lower flight frequencies compared to major hubs.

Other Layover Durations at MRS
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