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Know Your Wait.
Before You Go.

Real-time crowdsourced TSA security wait times at 70+ airports across all 50 states. AI-powered predictions. Custom alerts. Completely free.

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70+
Airports Tracked
50
States Covered
FREE
Always Free
AI
Predictions

⚠️ April 2026: TSA staffing shortages are causing wait times of 2–3 hours at major hubs including ATL, ORD, JFK, and LAX. Plan ahead — arrive at least 2.5 hours early for domestic flights.

How It Works

Simple. Fast. Honest.

Built on real reports from real travelers. No fake data. No estimates.

01

Search Your Airport

Open the app and tap the Airports tab. Search by code (OKC, ATL, LAX) or city. Tap your airport to see its detail page.

02

Check Wait Times

See live wait times broken down by terminal and lane — Standard, TSA PreCheck, CLEAR + PreCheck. Pulsing rings show severity at a glance.

03

Submit Your Report

At the airport? Tap Report and submit your wait time in 30 seconds. Every report immediately helps every other traveler checking that airport.

04

Set an Alert

Create a free account and set a custom alert for your home airport. Get notified when waits exceed your limit — before you leave home.

Everything MyTSA Doesn't Have

Built for real travelers who need real information — not outdated estimates.

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Pulsing Radar Indicators

Concentric rings pulse around each airport status — faster pulse means worse wait. See severity instantly without reading a number.

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Terminal-Level Data

Not just airport-wide averages. See which terminal and which lane is moving fastest right now.

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AI Predictions

Our AI analyzes current reports, time of day, and historical patterns to forecast wait times for the next 1–2 hours.

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Custom Alerts

Set a threshold for your home airport — get notified the moment waits exceed your limit. Works even when the app is closed.

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Real Crowdsourced Data

Every report is submitted by a real traveler. No fake data. No estimates. The app shows exactly what travelers are experiencing right now.

Lane Comparison

Standard vs PreCheck vs CLEAR — see exactly how much time each lane saves you right now at your specific airport.

Built-In Line Timer

Start the timer when you join the line. Stop it when you clear security. Your actual wait time auto-fills the report form.

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70+ Airports

Covering every U.S. state — from ATL and LAX to regional airports like OKC, TUL, BZN, and more.

What the Pulsing Rings Mean

When an airport has real crowdsourced data, concentric rings pulse outward from the status dot — like a radar signal. The color and pulse speed tell you everything at a glance.

CLEAR

Moving quickly

Under 15 min

MODERATE

Expect some wait

16 – 30 min

LONG

Plan extra time

31 – 60 min

SEVERE

Arrive very early

Over 60 min

How to Report Your Wait Time

If you are at an airport right now please take 30 seconds to submit your wait time. No account required.

1

Tap the + Report tab

Look at the bottom navigation bar and tap the + icon labeled Report.

2

Select your Airport

Choose your airport from the dropdown. Search by 3-letter code (e.g. OKC) or city name.

3

Select your Terminal

Your terminal is on your boarding pass next to your gate — Gate B22 = Terminal B.

4

Select your Lane Type

Choose Standard, TSA PreCheck, CLEAR + PreCheck, or Expedited.

5

Use the timer or enter manually

Tap START when you join the line and STOP when you clear security — your time fills in automatically. Or simply type the number of minutes you waited.

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Tap Submit Report

Your report appears instantly in the Live Feed and updates the airport's wait time for everyone. Done.

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Complete User Guide

A detailed step-by-step guide covering every feature of TSA Wait Tracker — from checking wait times to setting up alerts to understanding the AI predictions. Includes troubleshooting, privacy information, and tips for getting the most out of the app.

12 Sections Step-by-Step Screenshots Troubleshooting Free Download
↓ DOWNLOAD USER GUIDE (PDF)
FAQ

Common Questions

Why do some airports show no wait times?

The app only shows real crowdsourced data submitted by actual travelers — there is no fake data. If an airport shows no wait times it means no traveler has submitted a report there yet. You can be the first — tap the + Report tab and submit yours.

Is this app free?

Checking wait times and submitting reports is completely free with no account required. A free account unlocks custom alerts and AI predictions. A Pro plan ($4.99/month) unlocks advanced features and an ad-free experience.

Do I need to download anything?

No download required. Open tsawaittracker.com in Safari (iPhone) or Chrome (Android). You can add it to your home screen for instant access — tap Share in Safari then "Add to Home Screen."

What are the pulsing rings?

When an airport has real crowdsourced data, concentric rings pulse outward from the status dot — like a radar signal. The color and speed tell you the severity. Slow green pulse means clear. Fast red pulse means severe delay. No rings means no reports yet.

How accurate is the data?

Every report is submitted by a real traveler and reflects their actual experience. Reports are weighted by recency — a 5-minute-old report carries more weight than a 50-minute-old one. Reports older than 60 minutes are automatically de-weighted.

What airports are covered?

We track 70+ airports across all 50 U.S. states — from ATL, LAX, ORD, and JFK to regional airports including OKC, TUL, BNA, and more. Missing an airport? Email us the 3-letter code and we will add it.

How is this different from MyTSA?

MyTSA shows airport-wide estimates. TSA Wait Tracker shows terminal-by-terminal and lane-by-lane data based on real traveler reports. We also have AI predictions, custom push alerts, and pulsing visual indicators — none of which MyTSA has.

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Because of a TSA Line.

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