Is a 45 min layover in Yaounde long enough?
Is 45 minutes enough for a layover at Yaounde (YAO)?
Meets the bare domestic MCT but leaves no margin for delays in manual processing.
What is the minimum connection time at YAO?
Minimum connection times at Yaounde: Domestic-to-Domestic is 45 minutes, International-to-International is 75 minutes. These are the shortest layovers airlines will sell.
Can I make a 45 minutes connection at YAO on an international flight?
45 minutes is below the 75-minute international MCT at Yaounde. You may need to rush and could miss your connection. There is only one small terminal building with a single apron, so all passengers move on foot between check-in, security, and the gate area. There is no separate international zone with re-screening, as scheduled commercial international service is minimal to nonexistent.
How much time do I need for a layover at YAO?
We recommend at least 1 hour for a comfortable connection at Yaounde. 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 YAO?
With very limited scheduled flights, missing a connection here typically means waiting for the next available departure, which may be a day or more later; passengers should work directly with airline ground staff as there is no automated rebooking system.