Los Angeles International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
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Wait Time History — Los Angeles International Airport
HistoricalSecurity wait times at LAX over time, based on live sensor and API data.
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Tips for Los Angeles International Airport
- Arrive at least 90 minutes early for domestic and 150 minutes for international flights.
- Security is typically busiest 6-9 AM and 4-7 PM. Midday flights (11 AM-2 PM) usually have the shortest queues.
- TBIT typically has the shortest security wait times.
- TSA PreCheck is available here. Enrolled travelers typically wait about 7 minutes — roughly half the standard line.
- CLEAR Plus is available in 6 terminals. Members can skip directly to the physical screening area.
- Check in online and use mobile boarding passes to skip the check-in counter and head straight to security.
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- Arrive 2-3 hours early for international flights
- Check-in online to save time
- Use TSA PreCheck for faster screening
- CLEAR+ available at this airport
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Security wait times at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) currently average 13 minutes. Check-in typically takes 5 minutes, and immigration processing averages 14 minutes. TSA PreCheck lanes average approximately 7 minutes.
Last updated: July 10, 2026
About Los Angeles International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) serves Los Angeles in United States. As one of the world's busiest airports, LAX handles millions of passengers annually. During peak travel periods, security lines can extend significantly — plan your arrival time carefully.
Both TSA PreCheck and CLEAR Plus are available at LAX, giving enrolled travelers significantly faster screening. CLEAR is available in 6 terminals.
The busiest travel periods at LAX are Jul, Aug, Dec. During these months, wait times can be 30-50% longer than average. Consider arriving at least 3 hours before international flights during peak season.