Average TSA wait times at DFW by hour of day, based on historical data and traveler reports.
| Time | Avg Wait | Data Source |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 5 min | Historical |
| 1:00 AM | 6 min | Historical |
| 2:00 AM | 6 min | Historical |
| 3:00 AM | 8 min | Historical |
| 4:00 AM | 15 min | Blended |
| 5:00 AM | 29 min | Historical |
| 6:00 AM | 35 min | Historical |
| 7:00 AM | 33 min | Historical |
| 8:00 AM | 33 min | Historical |
| 9:00 AM | 35 min | Historical |
| 10:00 AM | 29 min | Historical |
| 11:00 AM | 26 min | Historical |
| 12:00 PM | 23 min | Historical |
| 1:00 PM | 28 min | Historical |
| 2:00 PM | 28 min | Historical |
| 3:00 PM | 30 min | Historical |
| 4:00 PM | 30 min | Historical |
| 5:00 PM | 28 min | Historical |
| 6:00 PM | 22 min | Historical |
| 7:00 PM | 16 min | Historical |
| 8:00 PM | 10 min | Blended |
| 9:00 PM | 6 min | Blended |
| 10:00 PM | 6 min | Historical |
| 11:00 PM | 5 min | Historical |
The current estimated TSA security wait time at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is approximately 27 minutes (estimated data, last updated 6/4/2026, 5:34:08 PM).
The quietest time for TSA security at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is typically around 12:00 AM with an average wait of 5 minutes. The busiest time is around 6:00 AM with waits averaging 35 minutes.
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport has 5 TSA security checkpoint(s): Terminal A Checkpoint, Terminal B Checkpoint, Terminal C Checkpoint, Terminal D Checkpoint, Terminal E Checkpoint.
Yes, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) offers TSA PreCheck lanes. PreCheck wait times are typically 30-50% shorter than general screening lanes.
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