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connecting flight, flight with layover
A flight that stops at one or more intermediate airports before reaching the final destination.
経由便だと安いが時間がかかる。
Connecting flights are cheaper but take more time.
ドバイ経由便でロンドンに行く。
I'm going to London via a connecting flight through Dubai.
経由便は乗り継ぎの時間に余裕を持っておいたほうがいい。
With connecting flights, it's better to allow plenty of time for the transfer.
ALSO KNOWN AS:
- 乗り継ぎ便 (transfer flight)
- トランジット便 (transit flight)
COMMON PATTERNS:
- 〜経由便 (flight via ~): ソウル経由便, シンガポール経由便
PROS AND CONS:
- Cheaper than 直行便
- Takes longer and involves transfer stress
- Risk of missed connections