Passenger Security
TSA Security Wait Times
Check current wait times and operating statuses for ATL security checkpoints before heading to the terminal.
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Plan extra time for your trip.Airport officials recommend arriving at least two hours before scheduled departure for domestic travel and three hours before international travel.
Choose your checkpoint
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- Low0–15 min
- Moderate16–30 min
- Busy31–45 min
- Very Busy46–60 min
- Extended60+ min
Main
Domestic Terminal
Main checkpoint: 20 minute wait, Moderate, open. Updated 9:40 am.
North
Domestic Terminal
North checkpoint: 18 minute wait, Moderate, open. Updated 9:40 am.
Lower North
Domestic Terminal
Lower North checkpoint: 10 minute wait, Low, open. Updated 9:40 am.
South
Domestic Terminal
South checkpoint: 1 minute wait, Low, open. Updated 9:40 am.
International Main
International Terminal
International Main checkpoint: 3 minute wait, Low, open. Updated 9:40 am.
Helpful security and trip resources
Use official ATL resources to prepare for screening and plan the rest of your airport journey.
Passenger security
Review ATL passenger security information and TSA PreCheck guidance.
