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LIH Security Wait Times Kauai Lihue Airport

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Kauai Lihue Airport (LIH) TSA Security Wait Times

Travelers using Kauai Lihue Airport can benefit from knowing the security wait times. This knowledge allows for better planning of your time at the airport, whether it's for enjoying a beverage or attending an online meeting.

Flight Delays

Prior to heading to the airport, ensure to check the flight status for any delays at LIH. This can be conveniently done using iFly's Flight Tracker.

Security Checkpoint Information

Kauai Lihue International Airport, despite its busyness, offers two security checkpoints. All checkpoints are equipped with smart technology to expedite the security process. This airport has TSA PreCheck lanes, see hours of operation below.

Main Terminal Checkpoint

This checkpoint caters to all passengers. It's recommended to arrive 2 to 3 hours before your flight departure, allowing time for parking if necessary.

TSA Wait Times

Wait times at LIH can vary, especially during peak travel periods and holidays. While current wait times are available, they may differ upon your arrival at the airport.

TSA PreCheck

TSA PreCheck is available at LIH's security checkpoint A, providing a streamlined screening process for frequent flyers. After enrollment and approval, passengers are given a Known Traveler Number, granting access to an expedited screening lane. PreCheck passengers typically wait less than 5 minutes and are not required to remove shoes, belts, or laptops from cases.

TSA PreCheck Operating Hours:

  • Checkpoint 1: Daily: 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM
  • South Checkpoint 2: Days and hours vary.

The Transportation Security Agency (TSA) advises that the hours for TSA PreCheck may vary depending on operational requirements. Furthermore, TSA emphasizes the integration of variable security protocols across the airport, ensuring that expedited screening is not assured for any traveler.

Understanding Airport Wait Times

The security wait times at LIH are estimates and can change based on factors such as weather conditions, TSA staffing, and airport construction. Travelers are advised to arrive well ahead of their flights to accommodate security screening and airline check-in procedures, abiding by the recommended arrival times provided by each airline.

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TSA Pre Check at LIH

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Terminal MAIN

Checkpoint 1
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Kauai Lihue Airport wait times Q&A

It's recommended to arrive 2 to 3 hours before your flight departure to allow time for parking, security screening, and airline check-in procedures.
Flight status and any delays can be checked using the iFly Flight Tracker, which provides up-to-date information on flights.
There are two security checkpoints at the airport, both equipped with smart technology to expedite the security process. TSA PreCheck is available for eligible passengers.
TSA PreCheck is available at Checkpoint 1 daily from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM. The hours for the South Checkpoint 2 may vary.
TSA PreCheck offers a streamlined screening process where passengers typically wait less than 5 minutes and do not need to remove shoes, belts, or laptops from their cases.
Yes, wait times can vary based on peak travel periods, holidays, weather conditions, TSA staffing, and airport construction. It's advisable to check current wait times but be prepared for them to change.
Yes, TSA advises that expedited screening through TSA PreCheck is not guaranteed for every traveler as operational requirements may necessitate variable security protocols across the airport.