Why Have a Layover Under 24 Hours
The gist
A layover under 24 hours is mainly to connect flights that don't have a direct route, allowing passengers to switch planes efficiently.
Explain like I'm 5
It's like when you need to stop at a friend's house briefly before going to a party; you pause your trip just long enough to get to the next place.
Big picture
Layovers help airlines offer more destinations by linking flights, making travel possible even when there isn't a direct flight, and sometimes giving travelers a short break between long trips.