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Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois

Marion, United States

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About Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois

Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) serves Marion in United States. Travelers flying through MWA can expect average security wait times of around 35 minutes, though this varies by time of day and season.

Standard TSA screening is in effect at MWA.

MWA Airport FAQs

How long is the security line at MWA?

Security wait times at Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois vary by time of day and day of week. Check the wait time cards above for current estimates. Peak hours (6-9 AM, 4-7 PM) typically have longer waits.

Does MWA have TSA PreCheck?

TSA PreCheck availability varies. Check the airport's official website for the latest checkpoint information.

How early should I arrive at MWA?

For domestic flights, arrive at least 2 hours early. For international flights, arrive 3 hours early. During peak travel periods and holidays, add an extra 30-60 minutes.

What terminals does MWA have?

Check the airport map for terminal information.

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Quick Info

IATA Code
MWA
Location
Marion
United States
Current Status
Busy Traffic
Current Weather
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Busiest Months
Jul Aug Dec

Peak Hours

6-9 AM High
11 AM-2 PM Low
4-7 PM High

Tips for MWA

  • 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.
  • Check-in online and have your boarding pass ready on your phone to save time at the airport.

Arrival Time

Domestic Flight
90+ min
before departure
International Flight
150+ min
before departure
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Location

Marion, United States
37.7512°, -89.0166°
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MWA Airport FAQ

How long is the security line at MWA?

Security wait times at Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois vary by time of day and day of week. Peak hours (6-9 AM, 4-7 PM) typically see the longest waits. FlightQueue provides real-time estimates based on historical data and crowd reports.

What is the best time to go through security at MWA?

The best times for shorter security lines at Veterans of Southern Illinois are typically mid-morning (10-11 AM) and early afternoon (1-3 PM). Avoid the morning rush (6-9 AM) and evening peak (4-7 PM).

How early should I arrive at MWA?

For domestic flights at Veterans of Southern Illinois, arrive 1.5-2 hours before departure. For international flights, arrive 2.5-3 hours early. During peak travel periods, add an extra 30 minutes.

Does MWA have TSA PreCheck?

TSA PreCheck availability varies by checkpoint at Veterans of Southern Illinois. Check FlightQueue for the latest checkpoint data.