Definition of Connecting Flight
A connecting flight is a type of flight that involves a layover or stopover in the middle of the journey, typically in a different location from the flight’s starting point. During this stopover, passengers must change aircraft in order to continue on to their final destination.
This type of flight is commonly used when the airline does not offer a direct flight from the origin to the final destination. For example, a passenger traveling from San Francisco to New York may need to take a connecting flight in Chicago. In this case, the flight from San Francisco to Chicago is the first leg of the journey, and the flight from Chicago to New York is the second leg.
Passengers generally need to collect their baggage at the connecting airport and check in again for the second leg of the journey. It is important to allow enough time between flights to account for any potential delays or complications. Airlines typically offer connecting flights as a convenience for passengers, as they may allow travelers to reach destinations that would otherwise require multiple flights or a longer layover.
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