Layover

/ˈleɪˌoʊvər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A temporary stop or break in a journey, particularly in air travel when connecting flights are involved.

We have a three-hour layover at the airport before our next flight.

An intentional stop at a destination between the point of origin and the final destination.

During our layover in Paris, we decided to explore the city for a couple of hours.

A period of rest or waiting, particularly in the context of travel.

His layover in New York allowed him to catch up with an old friend.

The term 'layover' combines 'lay', meaning to place or put down, and 'over', indicating an interruption or pause.

long layover

A layover that is longer than usual, often providing passengers enough time to leave the airport.

short layover

A layover that is brief, typically not enough time to leave the airport.

layover city

A city where passengers have a layover between flights.

stopover

A break in a journey in which passengers may leave the airport.

flight connection

The transfer from one flight to another, usually at an airport.