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Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport

Roanoke, US
Security · Estimated from historical data
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For departing passengers
Immigration · Predicted
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For arriving passengers
Check-in
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For departing passengers
Status
Normal
Data quality
Btier
Location
Roanoke
Security · today · typical by hour
Estimated Fast · steady Fast all day
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Immigration · today · typical by hour
Estimated Fast · peak Normal at 2a · best Fast at 6a
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Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport

Current Wait Times

Premium
Quiet
1/1 checkpoints open
Security severity
Fast
Fast
Immigration severity
Fast
Fast
Check-in severity
Slow
Slow
Security
Estimated from historical data
Immigration
Predicted
Traffic Score83

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Wait Times by Terminal

Terminal MAIN

14min
TSA Avg
departing
TSA Checkpoints
Main Checkpoint
4:00 AM - 9:00 PMOpen
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Total Queue Time Estimate

Combined
Security
7
min
Immigration
7
min
Total
14
min
Add ~30 min for check-in & boarding
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Wait Time History — Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport

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Security wait times at ROA over time, based on live sensor and API data.

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Aviation Weather · METAR

VFR

Clear skies · good visibility
Wind
NESW
4 kt
VRB
Visibility
10+SM
0510+
Ceiling
6,000ft
1 layer
Temp
84°F
Dew 45°· Δ22°
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Tips for Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional 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.
  • +4h Forecast typically has the shortest security wait times.
  • TSA PreCheck is available here. Enrolled travelers typically wait about 4 minutes — roughly half the standard line.
  • Check in online and use mobile boarding passes to skip the check-in counter and head straight to security.
  • Tuesdays and Wednesdays typically have the lightest passenger traffic. Friday afternoons and Sunday evenings are usually the busiest.

Next 12 hours

Security · ROA · Estimated from historical data
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More About Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport

ROA Airport FAQs

For Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport in Roanoke, arrive 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights. Current wait times show approximately 7 minutes for security and 7 minutes for immigration, so plan accordingly.
The queue index at Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional 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.
Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional 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 Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional 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.
Today's forecastLCL
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Quick Info

IATA Code
ROA
Location
Roanoke
United States
Current Status
Quiet Traffic
TSA PreCheck
Available
Busiest Months
JulAugDec

Peak Hours

6-9 AM10min
11 AM-2 PM6min
4-7 PM9min

Quick Tips

  • Arrive 2-3 hours early for international flights
  • Check-in online to save time
  • Use TSA PreCheck for faster screening

When to Arrive

Domestic Flight
90 min
before departure
International Flight
150 min
before departure
Full When-to-Arrive Guide

Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) provides real-time security, check-in, and immigration wait time data. TSA PreCheck and CLEAR availability information included. Sign up for detailed wait time estimates.

Last updated: June 4, 2026

About Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport

Roanoke–Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA) serves Roanoke in United States. Travelers flying through ROA should plan for variable security wait times depending on time of day and season.

TSA PreCheck is available at ROA, letting enrolled travelers skip the standard screening line.

The busiest travel periods at ROA are Jul, Aug, Dec. During these months, wait times can be 30-50% longer than average. Arriving early is always recommended during busy periods.

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