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TSA Checkpoint Operating Hours

Thursday0 / 1 Open

Checkpoint 2

3:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Closed

Hours may vary during holidaysUpdated:

Main Terminal

13min

Checkpoint 2 TSA PreCheck

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0–5 m4%

5–10 m6%

10–15 m10%

15–20 m14%

20–30 m22%

30–45 m26%

45–60 m12%

60+ m6%

P50 24 min

P90 52 min

P99 78 min

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CLT Security FAQs

The average TSA security wait time at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) is approximately 53 minutes. During peak hours (typically 5-8 AM and 4-7 PM), wait times can be 80 minutes or longer. Off-peak hours typically see wait times of 32 minutes.

TSA security lines at Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) currently average about 53 minutes. TSA PreCheck lanes are typically under 27 minutes. Wait times are updated every 5 minutes based on real-time data.

Yes, Charlotte Douglas International Airport offers TSA PreCheck lanes at security checkpoints. TSA PreCheck can reduce your wait time by 50% or more, with average waits of 27 minutes compared to 53 minutes in regular lanes.

The best times to go through TSA security at Charlotte Douglas International Airport are typically early morning (5:00-6:00 AM) and mid-afternoon (2:00-4:00 PM). Avoid peak hours between 5:00-8:00 AM for morning business flights and 4:00-7:00 PM for evening departures when security lines are longest.

For domestic flights at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, arrive at least 113 minutes before departure. For international flights, arrive 150 minutes early to allow time for security, immigration, and boarding. If traveling during holidays or peak seasons, add an extra 30 minutes.