Airport layover question?

Question

I have a layover at an airport but I do not have to switch planes. The layover is an hour. Do I still have to get off the plane? Sorry if it's a dumb question but this is my first time flying alone and having a layover. :)

Answer 1

Well usually they will let you stay on the aircraft but sometimes they make you exit the aircraft and wait but on a short lay over like that they will probably let you stay

Answer 2

No you don't have to exit the aircraft unless they specifically ask you to,  in order to clean the cabin.

Answer 3

Only if the airline says you have to get off.  I will be flying Singapore Airlines from San Francisco to Singapore with a stop in Hong Kong.  I am told that everyone has to get off while they refuel the aircraft.  If you are just picking up some passengers, then I do not think you have to get off.

Answer 4

A layover is when you do have to change planes.  If you are not changing planes, you are on a direct flight (not non-stop) and you should stay on the plane.  Hope that helps you.

Answer 5

You'll likely be asked to get off while the plane is being refueled and cleaned.

If I were you, I'd get off anyway - just check the gate number once you disembark the airplane, go to the bathroom/walk around the gate area a bit to stretch your legs, then re-board the plane when everyone else is.