Security Wait Times and TSA Information

• This checkpoint is dedicated to standard screening travelers. TSA PreCheck is not available at this checkpoint.

• This checkpoint is open 3 a.m. – 1 a.m. (the next morning)
• The primary lanes at this checkpoint are dedicated to standard screening travelers.
• There are a limited number of TSA PreCheck lanes open from 4 a.m.-7:45 p.m. at the backside of the checkpoint (near Bag Claim 7).
• PreCheck passengers traveling after 7:45 p.m. can receive expedited screening through the standard lanes at this checkpoint.
• A CLEAR lane is available at this checkpoint for standard screening. CLEAR customers with TSA PreCheck MUST utilize the lane provided for CLEAR at the West Security 3 checkpoint.
• There is a Restricted Access lane at this checkpoint accommodating the following passengers:
  • Premium/Premier Access
  • Accessibility and Functional Needs
  • Military
  • Badged Employees

• • Standard screening passengers will enter at West Security 1 (located behind the United check-in counters)
  • The following access is available at West security 2 (north of the United ticket counters)
    • DEN Reserve – Make Your Reservation Here
    • Premium/Premier Access
    • Accessibility and Functional Needs
    • Military
    • Badged Employees
  • This checkpoint is open from 4 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
  • TSA Precheck is open from 4 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
  • TSA PreCheck passengers will enter at West Security 3 (north of the United ticket counters)
  • Travelers who are CLEAR customers with TSA PreCheck will enter at West Security 3 (Please note: CLEAR customers without TSA PreCheck must use South Security.)

The West TSA Checkpoint has new technology, and your screening will be a bit different. Below are some tips for getting through the checkpoint smoothly.

• Once you enter the checkpoint, you will make your way to one of the available security lanes indicated with a green arrow on the overhead sign
• You will approach a TSA officer who will check your boarding pass and identification. Optional facial recognition technology is in-use at this checkpoint. The officer will guide you through this process.
• There are multiple stations where passengers can place their items in bins. Immediately proceed to any open station
• All items must be placed in a bin for screening including suitcases, backpacks, roller bags and shoes (use multiple bins as needed). Bins will automatically pop-up for use under the conveyor
• New! Electronics and approved liquids may stay in your carry-on bags, even if you don’t have TSA PreCheck. Remember, the TSA limits for liquids still apply
• Once your items have been screened and cleared, retrieve your items, leaving the bin on the belt so it can be automatically returned for the next passenger
• After you have completed screening and collected your belongings, you can make your way down the triple escalator or elevator to catch the train to the gates