Minimum Connection Time at Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO/LPPR)

Porto, Portugal

How Long Do I Need to Change Planes at Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO/LPPR)?

Answer: At Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO/LPPR) in Porto, Portugal, you need a minimum of 35 minutes for domestic connections and 70 minutes for international connections.

This is the official Minimum Connection Time (MCT) set by airlines and airport authorities. However, we recommend adding extra time during peak hours or for international transfers.

Standard MCT Table

Connection Type Minimum Time
Domestic to Domestic 35 minutes
Domestic to International 70 minutes
Interline Transfer 110 minutes

Terminal Information

Single terminal with Schengen and Non‑Schengen areas connected airside.

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Airlines Operating at OPO

TAP Air Portugal
Ryanair
easyJet
Lufthansa

Frequently Asked Questions: OPO/LPPR Connection Times

How long do I need to change planes at OPO/LPPR?

Answer: You need a minimum of 35 minutes for domestic connections and 70 minutes for international connections at Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport.

What's the minimum connection time at OPO/LPPR?

Answer: The official minimum connection time at OPO/LPPR is 35 minutes for domestic flights and 70 minutes for international flights.

How much time do I need to transfer at OPO/LPPR?

Answer: For transfers at OPO/LPPR, allow 35 minutes for domestic connections and 70 minutes for international connections. Add extra time during peak hours.

Can I make a 35-minute connection at OPO/LPPR?

Answer: Yes, 35 minutes is the official minimum connection time for domestic flights at OPO/LPPR, but we recommend adding extra time for comfort and to account for delays.

Connection Tips

Non‑Schengen connections require passport control; distances moderate.

Frequent Traveler's Hot Tip

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Pro Tip for Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO/LPPR)

Security usually flows quickly outside early morning.

Nearby Airports

Other major airports in the Europe region:

Aeródromo Municipal de Coimbra

CBP

Faro Airport

FAO

Madeira Airport

FNC

Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Airport)

LIS

João Paulo II Airport

PDL

Busiest Airports in Portugal

Top 5 busiest airports in Portugal:

Aeródromo Municipal de Coimbra

CBP (LPCO)
Coimbra, Portugal
MCT: 35 min domestic, 60 min international

Faro Airport

FAO (LPFR)
Faro, Portugal
MCT: 35 min domestic, 70 min international

Madeira Airport

FNC (LPMA)
Funchal, Portugal
MCT: 35 min domestic, 70 min international

Humberto Delgado Airport (Lisbon Airport)

LIS (LPPT)
Lisbon, Portugal
MCT: 40 min domestic, 70 min international

João Paulo II Airport

PDL (LPPD)
Ponta Delgada, Portugal
MCT: 35 min domestic, 70 min international

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Airport Location

Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is located at coordinates: 41.242, -8.678

Traveler Tools

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Important Notes