Layover in Port Gentil (POG)
Port Gentil International Airport (POG). Here's how much of a layover you can really use, and what fits in it.
How much time can you use?
After getting off the plane, immigration for international arrivals, the trip into town and back, and security.
| Layover | Domestic arrival | International arrival |
|---|---|---|
| 4 hours | About 1h 51m in the city | Head straight to your gate |
| 6 hours | About 3h 51m in the city | About 2h 16m in the city |
| 8 hours | About 5h 51m in the city | About 4h 16m in the city |
| 12 hours | About 9h 51m in the city | About 8h 16m in the city |
Getting into Port Gentil
About 17m each way by train, bus or taxi to the center, roughly 3 km (2 mi). This is an estimate based on distance; the planner checks real transit times for your exact flight.
Worth seeing near the center
- Paroisse Saint-Louis de Port-Gentil
Questions
Can I leave the airport on a layover in Port Gentil?
On a domestic connection, you need roughly 4 hours or more to get into Port Gentil and back with time to enjoy it. If you're arriving internationally and must clear immigration, plan on about 6 hours or more.
How do I get from POG to central Port Gentil?
Allow about 17m each way by train, bus or taxi to the center; the center is about 3 km (2 mi) from the airport.
How early should I head back to POG?
Be back through security about 1h 20m before a domestic departure and 2h 10m before an international one, plus the ride back.
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Guide data from OurAirports, © OpenStreetMap contributors and Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA). Times are estimates for planning; check transit schedules and airline rules before you leave the airport.