Is a 1 hr layover in Porto Alegre long enough?
Yes, 1 hour is probably enough for a layover at POA (Porto Alegre).
Is 1 hour enough for a layover at Salgado Filho (POA)?
Meets the international MCT threshold, sufficient time to clear passport control and re-screening.
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 1 hour connection at POA on an international flight?
1 hour is below the 70-minute international MCT at Salgado Filho. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. 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.