direct flight
Definition
- Noun:
- A flight with one or more intermediate stops but no change of aircraft: A direct flight is a single journey by airplane where the passenger remains on the same aircraft, even if the plane lands at one or more airports en route to the final destination. This contrasts with a connecting flight, where a passenger must change planes.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- I booked a direct flight from New York to Tokyo, even though it stops in Anchorage for fuel.
- A direct flight is often more convenient than a connecting flight because you don't have to change planes.
Advanced Usage
- "Non-stop flight vs. direct flight": In common usage, "direct flight" is often confused with "non-stop flight." However, in precise aviation terminology, a non-stop flight has no intermediate stops, while a direct flight may have stops.
- For the fastest trip, choose a non-stop flight. If you want to avoid changing planes but don't mind a longer travel time, a direct flight is a good option.
Variants and Related Words
- Non-stop flight (n): A flight that travels from its origin to its destination without any intermediate landings.
- The non-stop flight from London to Singapore takes about 13 hours.
- Connecting flight (n): A journey that requires passengers to change from one aircraft to another at an intermediate airport.
- My itinerary includes a connecting flight in Dubai.
Synonyms
- Through flight: A less common synonym for a direct flight, especially one with intermediate stops.
Important Note on Common Misunderstanding
- In everyday conversation, many travelers use "direct flight" to mean a flight with no stops. It is important to check the flight details, as the airline industry uses the term to mean the passenger stays on the same plane, which may still involve one or more landings.
Noun
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a flight with one or more intermediate stops but no change of aircraft
