Is a 2½ hr layover in Porto Alegre long enough?
Yes, 2½ hours is probably enough for a layover at POA (Porto Alegre).
Is 2½ hours enough for a layover at Salgado Filho (POA)?
Excess buffer time; passengers may prefer to explore the terminal's limited dining options.
What is the minimum connection time at POA?
Minimum connection times at Salgado Filho: Domestic-to-Domestic is 40 minutes, International-to-International is 70 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.
Can I make a 2½ hours connection at POA on an international flight?
2½ hours clears the 70-minute international minimum connection time at Salgado Filho, but you should still head directly to your gate. All operations run through one terminal building, so passengers simply walk between the domestic and international concourses — there is no train or shuttle. International arrivals must clear Federal Police passport control and, in most cases, a security re-screening before reaching the domestic side or boarding onward flights.
How much time do I need for a layover at POA?
We recommend at least 50 minutes for a comfortable connection at Salgado Filho. This gives you enough buffer for security (typically 15 minutes) and transit between terminals (up to 10 minutes).
What happens if I miss my connection at POA?
If you miss a connection, head straight to the GOL, LATAM, or Azul transfer/rebooking counter in the main terminal — these carriers operate frequent shuttle flights to São Paulo (GRU/CGH) and Brasília, making same-day rebooking relatively easy.