JFK TSA Security Wait Times
John F. Kennedy International Airport
16
minutes
Real-time data
Live data
Moderate
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Current Security Wait Times
16
Average Wait
minutes
24
Peak Hours
minutes
10
Off-Peak
minutes
Peak Security Times
Busiest Hours
- 5:00 AM - 8:00 AM (Morning rush)
- 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Midday peak)
- 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Evening rush)
Busiest Days
- Monday mornings
- Friday afternoons
- Sunday evenings
Tips to Minimize Security Wait Times
Before You Arrive
- Check in online 24 hours before
- Use mobile boarding passes
- Pack liquids in checked baggage
- Wear easy-to-remove shoes
At Security
- Have ID and boarding pass ready
- Remove electronics from bags
- Empty pockets completely
- Follow 3-1-1 liquids rule
Recommended Arrival Times at JFK
Domestic Flights
90 minutes
before scheduled departure
International Flights
150 minutes
before scheduled departure
Security Programs & Services
TSA PreCheck
Expedited screening for pre-approved travelers
Global Entry
Includes TSA PreCheck benefits
CLEAR
Skip to the front of security lines
TSA PreCheck Available
Average wait: 8 min(50% faster)
Terminal Wait Times
Terminal 1
Main Checkpoint (Regular)
1
Terminal 1
Main Checkpoint (TSA PreCheck)
0
Terminal 4
Main Checkpoint (TSA PreCheck)
12
Terminal 4
Main Checkpoint (Regular)
15
Terminal 5
Main Checkpoint (TSA PreCheck)
6
Terminal 5
Main Checkpoint (Regular)
20
Terminal 7
Main Checkpoint (Regular)
9
Terminal 8
Main Checkpoint (Regular)
34
Terminal 8
Main Checkpoint (TSA PreCheck)
13
TSA PreCheck Checkpoints (9)
Find lanes →Terminal 1
Terminal 2
Terminal 3
Terminal 3 FIS
Terminal 4 A
Terminal 4 B
And 3 more checkpoints...
Quick Info
Recommended Arrival
76 min (domestic)
136 min (international)
Peak Hours
- • 5:00 AM - 8:00 AM
- • 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- • Sunday evenings
- • Monday mornings
Quick Tips
- • Consider TSA PreCheck
- • Have ID & boarding pass ready
- • Follow 3-1-1 liquids rule
- • Remove large electronics
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