50 Minute Domestic Delta Layover in LAX

I am flying from CMH (in Columbus) to San Francisco (SFO) using Delta. I will not have any checked bags, only a carry-on. However, I have a 50 minute layover at LAX.

Will this be enough time? (All the flights will be using Delta)

Best Answer

Delta has a 40 minute 'Minimum Connection Time' for Domestic -> Domestic connections at LAX, so your connection is (slightly!) above this.

Delta operates out of 2 terminals at LAX, Terminal 2 and Terminal 3. If your inbound flight arrives in one terminal and the connecting flight departs from the other than you will need to catch an airside bus between the terminals. There is no need to re-clear security, even if catching this bus.

In general you will be able to make your connection as long as your inbound flight is on time, and you don't delay getting to your new gate. If your inbound flight is delayed then there is a significant chance you will miss your connecting flight, however presuming you booked the trip as a single itinerary then Delta will be responsible for moving you to a later LAX->SFO flight, although obviously this might result in significant delay for you depending on when the next flight with available seats is.

Pictures about "50 Minute Domestic Delta Layover in LAX"

50 Minute Domestic Delta Layover in LAX - Brown and White Giraffe Under Blue Sky

50 Minute Domestic Delta Layover in LAX - Brown and White Dog Lying on the Bed

50 Minute Domestic Delta Layover in LAX - Free stock photo of accuracy, alarm clock, analogue

Is 50 minutes a short layover?

The recommended layover time for international flights is generally longer, as you will have to go through customs and immigration before boarding your next flight. In most cases, a 30-minute layover for domestic flights and an hour for international flights is considered a minimum, or short, layover.

How long of a layover do you need in LAX?

What is this? I wrote an entire guide on how long it takes to go through customs at LAX, but in general, plan on a layover of at least 3 hours if you don't want to stress yourself out.

Is 50 min enough for connecting flight?

Security-clearance programs are available at select U.S. and international airports. As a rule of thumb, on domestic routes, you need a minimum of 45 minutes between flights. That's because you don't have to go through security, customs, and immigration.

Is a 40 minute layover enough time in LAX?

40 minutes is really tight needing to change terminals and considering they want you IN the gate area 45 minutes prior to departure.

Layover at LAX | Delta Sky Clubs | KAL Lounge | Barney's Beanery

Sources: Stack Exchange - This article follows the attribution requirements of Stack Exchange and is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0.

Images: Piotr Arnoldes, Bryan Smith, Viktoria B., Matthias Zomer