What are TSA wait times at BOS?

Current TSA security wait at BOS is About 11-17 minutes right now. The fastest time to go through security is 10 PM (about 4 min). The busiest time is 5 PM (21-27 minutes). Weekends tend to be lighter.

How busy is Boston Logan International right now?

Current TSA security wait at BOS is About 11-17 minutes right now. Check the live conditions, weather, and FAA delay status above for a full picture of how busy BOS is right now.

What is the average delay time at Boston Logan International?

When flights at BOS (Boston Logan International) are delayed, the average delay is about 47 minutes. Overall, 76% of flights arrive on time. About 1.9% of flights are cancelled.

What causes the most delays at Boston Logan International?

The most common reason for delays here is weather. At BOS, 76% of flights are on time, and when delays occur they average 47 minutes.

Is it safe to book a tight connection at Boston Logan International?

BOS sees a moderate number of delays, so we recommend at least 90 minutes for domestic connections and 2 hours for international.

What's the best time to fly from Boston Logan International?

Early morning flights (before 8 AM) tend to have the best on-time performance at most airports, including BOS. For shorter security lines, aim for 10 PM (about 4 min). Midweek flights (Tuesday and Wednesday) also tend to see fewer delays than weekend or Monday departures.

BOS

Boston Logan International — Boston

Boston Logan International (BOS) has an on-time arrival rate of about 76%. When flights are delayed, the average wait is around 47 minutes. The most common reason for delays here is weather. Roughly 1.9% of flights are cancelled. The typical taxi-out time from gate to takeoff is about 17 minutes. TSA security wait is currently About 11-17 minutes right now. The fastest time through security is 10 PM (about 4 min). The busiest period is 5 PM (21-27 minutes).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics, FAA NASSTATUS. Updated March 2026.

Last updated: March 2026

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Flights here are on time most of the time. About 76% arrive within 15 minutes of schedule.

The most common reason for delays here is weather.

Planes usually taxi out in a reasonable time. The typical wait from gate to takeoff is about 17 minutes.

This airport occasional fog (~4 days/month), rainy (~12 precip days/month), tends to be windy (avg 12 mph).

Among major airlines, F9 has the most complaints (23.2/100k) while WN has the fewest (1.5/100k).

How Busy Is BOS Right Now?

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TSA Wait Times at BOS

TSA Security Wait — Our Model

About 11-17 minutes right now

Fastest

10 PM (about 4 min)

Busiest

5 PM (21-27 minutes)

Weekends tend to be lighter.

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Delta Air Lines79% on time

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American Airlines77% on time

Alaska Airlines77% on time

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