AUS Security Wait Times Austin Bergstrom Airport

CLEAR+ & TSA PreCheck Enrollment

CLEAR+ and TSA PreCheck help you move through security faster at AUS Airport using biometric authentication and advanced technology. You can enroll in either program at designated CLEAR+ enrollment locations. Start your enrollment online, then visit the enrollment location with your U.S. Passport or another acceptable ID to complete the final steps in person.

Enroll in TSA PreCheck. Enrollment can be for TSA PreCheck alone or bundled with CLEAR+ at a discount.

• Checkpoint 2 (4:00am - 7:30pm)

• CLEAR+ Enrollment: 4:00am - 6:30pm
• TSA PreCheck® Enrollment: 6:00am - 5:30pm
• Located to the left of PreCheck lane

For more detailed information about the CLEAR+program, including locations and available airports, visit the CLEAR+Airport Security Guide.

How to Check AUS Airport Security Wait Times

Follow these three simple steps to check security wait times on this page:

Step 1: Find the Checkpoint Times section. Scroll to the bottom of the page or click the “Check Wait Times” button in the AUS Average Checkpoint Times widget.

Step 2: Choose your arrival time. Use the dropdown menu to select when you plan to reach security.

Step 3: View estimated wait times. The site will display the average wait time for your selected period.

Tips for Using Wait Times

• Wait times are estimates: Actual conditions may vary due to crowd levels and security delays.
• Arrive early during peak hours: Security lines are often longer in the mornings and around holidays.
• Check the official airport site: Some airports provide real-time security wait times for each checkpoint. Visit AUS Airport’s official website and search for "security wait times" to see if this feature is available.

Lost Items at TSA Checkpoints

If you've misplaced an item at a TSA checkpoint or in checked baggage, it's important to act swiftly. For items lost at Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS), please get in touch with the airport's Lost and Found department. You can reach the TSA Lost Items Contact at +1-512-386-2015. When reporting your lost item, be sure to provide a detailed description, including its color and any distinguishing features, to facilitate its identification and recovery.

Please note that this information pertains specifically to items lost at TSA checkpoints or in checked baggage. For items lost in other areas of the airport, please contact the airport directly.

About AUS Security Wait Times

The security wait times shown for Austin Bergstrom Airport are computed using a comprehensive examination of historical flight records and TSA staffing timetables. Utilizing sophisticated data evaluation techniques, various 3rd party services, and publicly available data sets to offer fairly precise estimates of wait times at AUS. However, it's important to realize that these estimates may vary due to unforeseen incidents. The TSA advises passengers to get to the airport well before their planned flight departure time.

We strive to assist you in your travel preparations by delivering reliable estimates of security checkpoint wait times. We also recommend contacting your airline for information on ticket counter wait times and any potential changes to your flight schedule. These factors should be taken into account when deciding when to arrive at AUS. Keep in mind, each airline has its own suggested and mandatory arrival times.

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