Is a 1¼ hr layover in Fort Myers long enough?

RSW · Southwest Florida International · Fort Myers, United States
Probably Enough

Yes, 1 hour 15 min is probably enough for a layover at RSW (Fort Myers).

Covers the international connection MCT with room to spare.
Concourses
1
Max Transit
15m
Avg. Security
15m
Primary Hub
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Domestic → Domestic
40min
✓
Domestic → International
60min
✓
International → Domestic
75min
tight
International → International
75min
tight
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Since RSW is mostly an origin/destination airport, check that your connecting itinerary is even routed sensibly, as many 'connections' here are actually the result of limited direct service.
The single-terminal layout means no inter-terminal train or bus is needed, so budget mainly for walking and security line time.
Winter high season (December through April) brings the heaviest crowds and longer security waits due to peak snowbird traffic.
If arriving from Canada or another limited international route, allow extra time for Federal Inspection Station processing before reaching connecting domestic gates.
Concourses are close together, so gate-to-gate walks rarely take more than 10 minutes even from opposite ends of the terminal.
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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.
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.
Is 1 hour 15 min enough for a layover at Southwest Florida International (RSW)?

Covers the international connection MCT with room to spare.

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 1 hour 15 min connection at RSW on an international flight?

1 hour 15 min clears the 75-minute international minimum connection time at Southwest Florida International, but you should still head directly to your gate. 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.

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