Orlando Airport Security Wait Times Guide
MCO Flight Delays
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Security Checkpoints - Location & Hours
Find your security checkpoint locations and their operating hours below. Check the Official Site Data for gate information.
West Checkpoint
- Location: Gates 1-59
- Type: All passengers, TSA PreCheck, and CLEAR Plus Members
- TSA PreCheck Hours: Daily, 4:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- CLEAR Plus Lanes Hours: Daily, 4:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- CLEAR Plus Lanes Enrollment: Daily, 4:00 AM to 9:00 PM
East Checkpoint
- Location: Gates 70-129
- Type: All passengers, TSA PreCheck, and CLEAR Plus Members
- TSA PreCheck Hours: Daily, 4:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- CLEAR Plus Lanes Hours: Daily, 4:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- CLEAR Plus Lanes Enrollment: Daily, 4:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Terminal C Checkpoint
- Location: Gates C230-C249
- Type: CLEAR Plus Members only
- CLEAR Plus Lanes Hours: Daily, 4:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- CLEAR Plus Lanes Enrollment: Daily, 4:00 AM to 8:00 PM
See information below for CLEAR Plus and TSA PreCheck (via CLEAR) enrollment hours and locations.
All data is subject to change by the Airport, TSA, CLEAR, or other authorities.
TSA PreCheck at MCO
TSA PreCheck is a program that offers expedited security screening at participating airports, including Orlando Airport (MCO). By enrolling in this program, travelers can benefit from keeping their shoes, light outerwear, and belts on, as well as leaving their laptops and 3-1-1 compliant liquids in their carry-on bags during security checks.
Where to Use TSA PreCheck at MCO:
- TSA PreCheck is available at the TSA Terminal West Checkpoint (Gates 1-59) and TSA Terminal East Checkpoint (Gates 70-129).
- The service is intended for select frequent flyers of participating airlines and members of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Trusted Traveler programs.
- TSA PreCheck hours are daily from 4:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Learn More About TSA PreCheck:
- For detailed information on how to enroll in TSA PreCheck, visit iFly TSA PreCheck Guide.
Participating Airlines at MCO:
- AeroMexico
- Aerolane Lineas Aereas Nacionales del Ecuador
- Air Canada
- Alaska Airlines
- American Airlines
- Avelo Airlines
- Azul Airlines
- British Airways
- Copa Airlines
- Delta Air Lines
- Edelweiss Air
- Emirates
- Frontier Airlines
- Icelandair
- Interjet
- JetBlue Airways
- LAN Peru S.A.
- LATAM Airlines
- Lufthansa
- Norwegian Air
- Silver Airways
- Southwest Airlines
- Spirit Airlines
- Sun Country Airlines
- Sunwing Airlines
- Swoop
- TAM-Linhas Aereas S.A.
- Titan Airways
- United Airlines
- Virgin Atlantic
- Volaris
- WestJet
iFly Tip: Discover the steps to get a gate pass for non-ticketed individuals on our gate pass page.
CLEAR Plus & TSA PreCheck Enrollment
CLEAR Plus and TSA PreCheck help you move through security faster at MCO Airport. This section provides enrollment information for these services via CLEAR. CLEAR uses biometric authentication and advanced technology to speed up your security process. You can enroll in CLEAR Plus and/or TSA PreCheck at designated CLEAR enrollment locations. Start your enrollment online and bring your U.S. Passport or other acceptable ID to complete the final steps in person. Enroll in TSA PreCheck.
CLEAR Lane Locations:- Terminal C: 4:00am - 8:00pm
- Terminals A/B East Checkpoint: 4:00am - 9:00pm
- Near Gates 70-129
- Terminals A/B West Checkpoint: 4:00am - 9:00pm
- Near Gates 1-59
- Terminal C
- CLEAR Plus Enrollment: 4:00am - 8:00pm
- TSA PreCheck® Enrollment: 6:00am - 8:00pm
- Located at the front of the security checkpoint entrance for Gates 230-249
- Terminals A/B East Checkpoint
- CLEAR Plus Enrollment: 4:00am - 9:00pm
- Terminals A/B West Checkpoint
- CLEAR Plus Enrollment: 4:00am - 9:00pm
- TSA PreCheck® Enrollment: 6:00am - 8:00pm
- Located on the B side (west side) of the security checkpoint entrance for Gates 1-50
For more details about the CLEAR program, including locations and available airports, visit the CLEAR Airport Security Guide.
How to Check MCO Airport Security Wait Times
Follow these three simple steps to check security wait times on this page:
Step 1: Find the Checkpoint Times section. Scroll to the bottom of the page or click the “Check Wait Times” button in the MCO Average Checkpoint Times widget.
Step 2: Choose your arrival time. Use the dropdown menu to select when you plan to reach security.
Step 3: View estimated wait times. The site will display the average wait time for your selected period.
Tips for Using Wait Times
- Wait times are estimates: Actual conditions may vary due to crowd levels and security delays.
- Arrive early during peak hours: Security lines are often longer in the mornings and around holidays.
- Check the official airport site: Some airports provide real-time security wait times for each checkpoint. Visit MCO Airport’s official website and search for "security wait times" to see if this feature is available.
Lost Items at TSA Checkpoints
If you've lost an item at a TSA checkpoint or in checked baggage at Orlando Airport (MCO), you should promptly contact the airport's Lost and Found. For detailed information and to report your lost item, you can reach the TSA Lost Items Contact at Orlando Airport Lost and Found. Be prepared to provide a comprehensive description of your item, including color and any unique features, to aid in its identification and recovery.
About MCO Security Wait Times
The security wait times shown for Orlando Airport are computed using a comprehensive examination of historical flight records and TSA staffing timetables. Utilizing sophisticated data evaluation techniques, various 3rd party services, and publicly available data sets to offer fairly precise estimates of wait times at MCO. However, these estimates may vary due to unforeseen incidents. The TSA advises passengers to get to the airport well before their planned flight departure time.
We strive to assist you in your travel preparations by delivering reliable estimates of security checkpoint wait times. We also recommend contacting your airline for information on ticket counter wait times and any potential changes to your flight schedule. These factors should be taken into account when deciding when to arrive at MCO. Keep in mind, each airline has its own suggested and mandatory arrival times.
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TSA Pre Check at MCO
Terminal EAST
East Checkpoint
Terminal WEST
West Checkpoint
Tips, Help & Resources
iFly.com can help you get to, through, and between airports around the world. Here are some things you may need to know that can assist you during your journey specific to MCO:
- Once you get through security, pull up the interactive Orlando airport terminals map to navigate to your gate, and see all the MCO restaurant and shopping options along the way.
- Remember that a great low-cost alternative to parking within the MCO airport facility is to use an off-airport parking lot. They offer lower costs, a bit further away from the terminals.
- If you have some time before your flight's departure, be sure to grab a bite, peruse the shops, or jump on the free wifi.
- The next time you need to fly from the Orlando area, don't forget to check nearby airports to compare with MCO airports' flight fares.
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