PHL TSA Security Wait Times
Philadelphia International Airport
Fast
(under 15 min)
Historical
Live data
Fast
Live Data
TSA Checkpoint Operating Hours
Friday0 / 3 Open
Terminal A
Terminal East Checkpoint
4:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Terminal BC
Terminal C Checkpoint
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Terminal DE
Terminal D/E Checkpoint
4:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Hours may vary during holidaysUpdated: 12:20:03 AM
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Current Security Wait TimesLIVE
13
Average Wait
minutes
20
Peak Hours
minutes
8
Off-Peak
minutes
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PHL Security FAQs
The average TSA security wait time at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is approximately 13 minutes. During peak hours (typically 5-8 AM and 4-7 PM), wait times can be 20 minutes or longer. Off-peak hours typically see wait times of 8 minutes.
Yes, Philadelphia International Airport offers TSA PreCheck lanes at security checkpoints. TSA PreCheck can reduce your wait time by 50% or more, with average waits of 7 minutes compared to 13 minutes in regular lanes.
The best times to go through security at Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia International Airport, arrive at least 90 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.
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Recommended Arrival
Domestic Flights
90 min
before departure
International Flights
150 min
before departure
TSA PreCheckRECOMMENDED
Skip the regular line with TSA PreCheck. Average wait time: 5 min vs 13 min regular
Keep shoes on
Laptop stays in bag
No jacket removal
PreCheck Checkpoints7
Checkpoint D/E
A East
Checkpoint B
Checkpoint C
+3 more checkpoints
Learn about TSA PreCheck →Quick Tips
Peak Hours
- • 5:00 AM - 8:00 AM
- • 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- • Sunday evenings
- • Monday mornings
At Security
- • Consider TSA PreCheck
- • Have ID & boarding pass ready
- • Follow 3-1-1 liquids rule
- • Remove large electronics
Security Programs
- TSA PreCheck
- Global Entry
- CLEAR