Security wait times at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
New York, New York KJFK #6 US airport by passengers
Official wait times are not published as open data, so we combine what travelers report with practical checkpoint advice.
- FAA status
- No delays reported Updated 3 min ago
- Weather now
- VFR 56°F Observed 6 h ago
- Late departures
- 23.1%May 2026 to July 2026
- Security line
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Security wait at JFK
No security reports for JFK in the past week. The TSA does not publish wait times as open data, so this page fills in as travelers report. Be the first to report
Checkpoints and tips
Every terminal has its own checkpoints. Lines are longest in the early morning and evening international waves.
- TSA PreCheck is available at most checkpoints.
- Check your terminal before leaving. Airlines have moved between terminals recently.
Reviewed October 8, 2026. Confirm details on the official airport website. Spotted a change?
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