DFW
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Dallas, US
Security · Live data
17min
For departing passengers
Immigration · Estimated from historical data
14min
For arriving passengers
Check-in
14min
For departing passengers
Status
Normal
Data quality
Atier
Location
Dallas
Security · today · typical by hour
Live Normal · steady Normal all day
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Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Current Wait Times
Premium
Quiet
8/9 checkpoints openSecurity severity
Normal
Immigration severity
Fast
Check-in severity
Normal
Security
Live data
17 min
Immigration
Estimated from historical data
14 min
Traffic Score85
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Wait Times by Terminal
A20
17min
TSA Avg
departing
TSA Checkpoints
A20
3:00 AM - 8:00 PMOpen
E8
17min
TSA Avg
departing
TSA Checkpoints
E8
3:00 AM - 9:00 PMOpen
PS1
17min
TSA Avg
departing
TSA Checkpoints
Private Suites
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PMOpen
Terminal B
17min
TSA Avg
departing
Checkpoints
B30 (General)StandardOpen6 min
B30 (Priority)PriorityOpen4 min
B30 (TSA Pre)TSA Pre✓Open0 min
B9 (General)StandardOpen4 min
B9 (Priority)PriorityOpen4 min
B9 (TSA Pre)TSA Pre✓Open4 min
TSA Checkpoints
Checkpoint B30
4:00 AM - 11:00 PMOpen
Checkpoint B9
4:00 AM - 7:00 PMOpen
Terminal C
17min
TSA Avg
departing
Checkpoints
C10 (General)StandardOpen0 min
C10 (Priority)PriorityOpen0 min
C10 (TSA Pre)TSA Pre✓Open0 min
C11 (General)StandardOpen4 min
C11 (Priority)PriorityOpen4 min
C11 (TSA Pre)TSA Pre✓Open0 min
C20 (General)StandardOpen12 min
C20 (TSA Pre)TSA Pre✓Open4 min
TSA Checkpoints
Checkpoint C21
3:00 AM - 7:00 PMOpen
Checkpoint C10
5:00 AM - 1:00 PMClosed
Terminal D
17min
TSA Avg
departing
Checkpoints
D18 (General)StandardOpen16 min
D18 (TSA Pre)TSA Pre✓Open0 min
D22 (General)StandardOpen10 min
D30 (General)StandardOpen0 min
D30 (TSA Pre)TSA Pre✓Open0 min
TSA Checkpoints
Checkpoint D30
3:00 AM - 11:00 PMOpen
Terminal E
17min
TSA Avg
departing
Checkpoints
E16 (TSA Pre)TSA Pre✓Open4 min
E18 (General)StandardOpen9 min
E18 (TSA Pre)TSA Pre✓Open0 min
E33 (General)StandardOpen0 min
E33 (Priority)PriorityOpen0 min
E8 (General)StandardOpen4 min
E8 (Priority)PriorityOpen0 min
E8 (TSA Pre)TSA Pre✓Open4 min
TSA Checkpoints
Checkpoint E16
4:00 AM - 8:00 PMOpen
Wait times vary by time of day. Select your airline to see your terminal.
Total Queue Time Estimate
CombinedSecurity
17
min
Immigration
14
min
Total
31
min
Add ~30 min for check-in & boarding
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Wait Time History — Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
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Aviation Weather · METAR
VFR
Clear skies · good visibility
Clear skies · good visibility
Wind
14 kt
S
Visibility
10+SM
0510+
Ceiling
7,000ft
1 layer
Temp
97°F
Dew 64°· Δ18°
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Tips for Dallas/Fort Worth 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.
- Terminal A typically has the shortest security wait times.
- TSA PreCheck is available here. Enrolled travelers typically wait about 9 minutes — roughly half the standard line.
- CLEAR Plus is available in 3 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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DFW Airport FAQs
For Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport in Dallas, arrive 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights. Current wait times show approximately 17 minutes for security and 14 minutes for immigration, so plan accordingly.
The queue index at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport indicates overall airport congestion levels based on security, immigration, and check-in wait times. A low queue index (under 30%) means smooth operations, moderate (30-70%) suggests normal traffic, and high (over 70%) indicates busy conditions with longer waits.
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport offers various amenities including TSA PreCheck and Clear for expedited security, lounges, dining and shopping, currency exchange, free WiFi, and ground transportation options. Premium travelers can access airline lounges with Priority Pass or credit card memberships.
Terminal connections at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport vary by airport. Most large airports offer free shuttle services, AirTrain or automated people movers, and walking paths. Check the airport map or information desk for the fastest route between terminals.
Airport Lounges
12 loungesAmerican Airlines Admirals Club
Terminal EAirside
American Airlines Flagship First Dining
Terminal DAirside
American Airlines Flagship Lounge
Terminal DAirside
Capital One Lounge
Terminal DAirside
Delta Air Lines Delta Sky Club
Terminal EAirside
Quick Info
Peak Hours
6-9 AM24min
11 AM-2 PM14min
4-7 PM22min
Quick Tips
- 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
When to Arrive
Domestic Flight
90 min
before departure
International Flight
150 min
before departure
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Security wait times at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) currently average 17 minutes. Check-in typically takes 4 minutes, and immigration processing averages 14 minutes. TSA PreCheck lanes average approximately 9 minutes.
Last updated: July 10, 2026
About Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) serves Dallas in United States. As one of the world's busiest airports, DFW 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 DFW, giving enrolled travelers significantly faster screening. CLEAR is available in 3 terminals.
The busiest travel periods at DFW 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.