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Is a 45 min layover in Nandi long enough?

NAN · Nadi International · Nandi, Fiji
It Depends

A 45 minutes layover at NAN (Nandi) is tight — it may or may not be enough.

At the domestic-international MCT threshold, this is the minimum airlines will sell and leaves no buffer for delays.
Quick Stats
Concourses
2
Max Transit
10m
Avg. Security
10m
Primary Hub
Fiji Airways
Minimum Connection Times
Domestic → Domestic
30min
✓
Domestic → International
60min
✗
International → Domestic
75min
✗
International → International
60min
✗
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Tips for 45 min Connections
If connecting between international and domestic (Fiji Link) flights, budget extra time to walk between terminals and clear immigration/customs and security again.
Fiji Airways-to-Fiji Airways international connections on a single ticket often use a dedicated transit desk, which speeds things up compared to a full immigration process.
Outer-island domestic flights on small ATR aircraft can be affected by weather delays, so avoid the tightest possible connection if heading to islands like Taveuni or Savusavu.
The terminal is small with limited seating and food options, so don't expect much beyond a couple of cafes and duty-free shops airside.
Baggage is usually checked through on interline and codeshare itineraries with Fiji Airways, but always confirm at check-in given the terminal separation.
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
The International and Domestic terminals are separate single-story buildings connected by a short outdoor or covered walkway of roughly 300-400 meters. Passengers connecting from international to domestic flights (or vice versa) must exit through immigration/customs and re-clear security at the domestic terminal, as there is no airside link between the two buildings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 45 minutes enough for a layover at Nadi International (NAN)?

At the domestic-international MCT threshold, this is the minimum airlines will sell and leaves no buffer for delays.

What is the minimum connection time at NAN?

Minimum connection times at Nadi International: Domestic-to-Domestic is 30 minutes, International-to-International is 60 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.

Can I make a 45 minutes connection at NAN on an international flight?

45 minutes is below the 60-minute international MCT at Nadi International. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. The International and Domestic terminals are separate single-story buildings connected by a short outdoor or covered walkway of roughly 300-400 meters. Passengers connecting from international to domestic flights (or vice versa) must exit through immigration/customs and re-clear security at the domestic terminal, as there is no airside link between the two buildings.

How much time do I need for a layover at NAN?

We recommend at least 55 minutes for a comfortable connection at Nadi International. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 10 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 10 minutes).

What happens if I miss my connection at NAN?

Fiji Airways operates a transit/rebooking desk in the international terminal for missed connections on their own network; passengers on separate tickets or other airlines should proceed to the relevant airline's check-in counter, as there is no unified interline rebooking desk for all carriers.

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