Average TSA wait times at TPA by hour of day, based on historical data and traveler reports.
| Time | Avg Wait | Data Source |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 AM | 3 min | Historical |
| 3:00 AM | 4 min | Historical |
| 4:00 AM | 12 min | Historical |
| 5:00 AM | 18 min | Blended |
| 6:00 AM | 22 min | Historical |
| 7:00 AM | 16 min | Historical |
| 8:00 AM | 17 min | Historical |
| 9:00 AM | 19 min | Historical |
| 10:00 AM | 20 min | Historical |
| 11:00 AM | 15 min | Historical |
| 12:00 PM | 15 min | Historical |
| 1:00 PM | 16 min | Historical |
| 2:00 PM | 15 min | Historical |
| 3:00 PM | 15 min | Historical |
| 4:00 PM | 16 min | Historical |
| 5:00 PM | 15 min | Historical |
| 6:00 PM | 12 min | Historical |
| 7:00 PM | 7 min | Historical |
| 8:00 PM | 5 min | Historical |
| 9:00 PM | 4 min | Historical |
| 10:00 PM | 3 min | Historical |
| 11:00 PM | 3 min | Historical |
The current estimated TSA security wait time at Tampa International Airport (TPA) is approximately 14 minutes (estimated data, last updated 6/4/2026, 5:40:37 PM).
The quietest time for TSA security at Tampa International Airport is typically around 11:00 PM with an average wait of 3 minutes. The busiest time is around 6:00 AM with waits averaging 22 minutes.
Tampa International Airport has 4 TSA security checkpoint(s): Airside A Checkpoint, Airside C Checkpoint, Airside E Checkpoint, Airside F Checkpoint.
Yes, Tampa International Airport (TPA) offers TSA PreCheck lanes. PreCheck wait times are typically 30-50% shorter than general screening lanes.
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