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Security
Right now, the security line at London (LHR) is about 5 minutes. There are 9 security checkpoints open, and wait times vary between them. We also track immigration wait times across 4 terminals, with separate numbers for citizens, visitors, and expedited programs like Global Entry. Data refreshes every minute from airport sensors and official APIs.
Most airports offer fast-track programs that save 5-10 minutes. Check eligibility before you fly.
Early morning (5-7 AM) and late afternoon (4-6 PM) are typically the busiest. Check current wait times before heading to the airport.
London has multiple checkpoints with varying wait times. Compare them above to find the shortest line.
How long is security at London (LHR)?
The current security wait time at London (LHR) is 5 minutes in the standard line, based on live data from 9 checkpoints updated every minute. Wait times vary through the day -- the 5-7 AM rush and 4-6 PM wave are typically the worst.
What are immigration wait times at London (LHR)?
Lufthaven tracks arrival immigration wait times at London (LHR). Expedited lanes (e-gates, Global Entry) are shown separately when available. Data is sourced from official government APIs.
Lufthaven collects security wait times every 60 seconds from official airport APIs and government data sources across 40+ airports worldwide. Sources include airport checkpoint sensors, CBP immigration feeds, and direct airport authority APIs. The headline number shows the longest checkpoint wait so you can plan for the worst case. Per-checkpoint breakdowns let you pick the shortest line. Immigration data covers 46 airports including select international terminals. All data refreshes automatically without reloading the page.