direct flight

noun

Pronunciation: /dɪˈrɛkt flaɪt/

Definition

An air journey between two locations that does not require passengers to change planes, even if the flight makes a brief stop at another airport.

Examples

• We booked a direct flight from London to Tokyo to avoid the stress of a layover.

• Although the direct flight stops in Dubai for refueling, you remain on the same aircraft the entire time.

• Choosing a direct flight often costs more, but it significantly reduces the total travel duration.

Synonyms of direct flight

Words with a similar meaning to direct flight:

• non-stop
• through flight

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