Is a 35 min layover in Fort Myers long enough?
A 35 minutes layover at RSW (Fort Myers) is tight — it may or may not be enough.
Is 35 minutes enough for a layover at Southwest Florida International (RSW)?
Cutting it close for domestic-to-domestic if both gates are on the same concourse and lines are short.
What is the minimum connection time at RSW?
Minimum connection times at Southwest Florida International: Domestic-to-Domestic is 40 minutes, International-to-International is 75 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.
Can I make a 35 minutes connection at RSW on an international flight?
35 minutes is below the 75-minute international MCT at Southwest Florida International. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. All gates are located within one linear terminal building along Concourses A through D, reached on foot from a single central security checkpoint. There is no train or shuttle system needed, and passengers connecting between domestic flights do not need to clear security again since all concourses sit past the same checkpoint.
How much time do I need for a layover at RSW?
We recommend at least 45 minutes for a comfortable connection at Southwest Florida International. 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 RSW?
Because most airlines here (Delta, American, United, Southwest, JetBlue) have limited daily flights, missed connections should be handled promptly at the departure gate or airline service desk, as rebooking options may not appear until the next day during off-peak seasons.