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Bradley International Airport (BDL) TSA Security Wait Time Information

Are you travelling from Bradley Airport? If yes, then you must reach the airport for security checks approximately 2 hours prior to the departure time. The wait time at BDL airport is about 27 minutes, but during peak hours of travels, it may also increase.

When you are aware of the accurate security checkpoint time, then you may also take your mischievous children's to the play area. Further, you can also take pleasure in a cup of coffee at the airport during extra hours.

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BDL Airport Security Checkpoints - Location and Hours

BDL is considered to be one of the busiest airports in the USA. There are two terminals that feature independent checkpoints for their travellers. The best part is that for the ease of the passengers, every checkpoint also has an option for PreCheck.

To make the process of pre-check more convenient and quick for travellers, checkpoints at BDL are fully equipped with smart devices. There is one main security entrance at BDL where all passengers pass through TSA to enter the airport.

The checkpoint lanes are available at the main TSA screening checkpoint. The application centre for these checkpoints at Bradley International Airport is conveniently located in the baggage claim area.

Due to security concerns, it is advisable to arrive at least two to three hours before the scheduled time of departure. Moreover, this time should also include parking your car at the airport. Normal hours of operation for checkpoints are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

TSA Wait Times BDL

The Bradley International Airport's waiting time can change according to the number of passengers present at the airport. Further, during peak hours and high vacation periods, it is likely that the waiting time will change.

At the above-given links, you can check about the existing wait times at Bradley International Airport. But note that this is not the confirmed time as it may keep on changing as per the currently prevailing circumstances. So before you reach BDL airport, you can visit their site to confirm the exact waiting time.

If you want to pre-book your PreCheck with TSA for the period of 5 years, then you have to pay $85 for it. The office hours for PreCheck at the BDL Airport for weekdays are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

TSA PreCheck at BDL

You can find TSA pre check lanes at security checkpoints at Bradley International Airport. And if you are frequent or regular travelers at BDL then you can take the benefits of TSA's Pre check program at Bradley Airport.

When you get the approval for the TSA PreCheck program, then they will grant you a traveler number known as "KTN". In order to ease your security wait times all airlines will issue this number on your boarding pass to reduce the time at the checkpoint.

About Bradley International Airport Wait Times

The security wait times at the Bradley International Airport's security are not too much. For passengers convenience there are digital displays located at several points at the airport.

It shows you an approximate wait time at security checkpoints so that you can plan your precious time accordingly. This helps to make the process of security checks easy. Further, to avoid any delays or problems TSA always advises the passengers to arrive at the airport as early as possible.

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Helpful Tips & Resources

iFly.com can help you get to, through, and between airports around the world. Here are some things you may need to know that can help you on your journey specific to BDL: 


  • Once you get through security, pull up the interactive terminal map to navigate to your gate, and see all the restaurant and shopping options along the way.
  • Remember that a great low-cost alternative to parking within the airport  facility is to use on off-airport parking lot.  They offer lower costs, a bit further away from the terminals. Reserve here.
  • If you have some time before your flight's departure, be sure to grab a bite, peruse the shops, or jump on the free wifi and get caught up on those emails.
  • Lose something while in the terminal area?  Find the contact info you need for lost & found here.
  • If your flight is arriving to the airport from another city and need a quick way to get to your destination, give a call to one of these taxi or limo service providers.

TSA Pre Check at BDL

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