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Miami, FL
Miami airport travelers are getting a limited-time TSA perk.
Source: MSN · May 8
Sensor-reported wait times may not reflect the full situation.
Standard
TSA PreCheck
Right now, the security line at Miami (MIA) is about 22 minutes for the standard line and 4 minutes with PreCheck. There are 12 security checkpoints open, and wait times vary between them. We also track immigration wait times across 1 terminal, with separate numbers for citizens, visitors, and expedited programs like Global Entry. Data refreshes every minute from airport sensors and official APIs.
TSA PreCheck or Global Entry saves 5-10 minutes at most checkpoints. It costs $78 for five years.
Early morning (5-7 AM) and late afternoon (4-6 PM) are typically the busiest. Check current wait times before heading to the airport.
Miami has multiple checkpoints with varying wait times. Compare them above to find the shortest line.
How long is security at Miami (MIA)?
The current security wait time at Miami (MIA) is 22 minutes in the standard line and 4 minutes with TSA PreCheck, based on live data from 12 checkpoints updated every minute. Wait times vary through the day -- the 5-7 AM rush and 4-6 PM wave are typically the worst.
Does Miami (MIA) have TSA PreCheck?
Yes, Miami (MIA) has TSA PreCheck at all checkpoints. PreCheck lets you keep your shoes, belt, and jacket on and leave your laptop in your bag. It typically saves 5-10 minutes at Miami.
What are immigration wait times at Miami (MIA)?
Lufthaven tracks arrival immigration wait times at Miami (MIA). 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.