What are TSA wait times at CLT?

Current TSA security wait at CLT is About 7-13 minutes right now. The fastest time to go through security is 4 AM (about 3 min). The busiest time is 7 PM (19-25 minutes). Weekends tend to be lighter.

How busy is Charlotte Douglas International right now?

Current TSA security wait at CLT is About 7-13 minutes right now. Check the live conditions, weather, and FAA delay status above for a full picture of how busy CLT is right now.

What is the average delay time at Charlotte Douglas International?

When flights at CLT (Charlotte Douglas International) are delayed, the average delay is about 44 minutes. Overall, 77% of flights arrive on time. About 2% of flights are cancelled.

What causes the most delays at Charlotte Douglas International?

The most common reason for delays here is the incoming plane arriving late. At CLT, 77% of flights are on time, and when delays occur they average 44 minutes.

Is it safe to book a tight connection at Charlotte Douglas International?

CLT 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 Charlotte Douglas International?

Early morning flights (before 8 AM) tend to have the best on-time performance at most airports, including CLT. For shorter security lines, aim for 4 AM (about 3 min). Midweek flights (Tuesday and Wednesday) also tend to see fewer delays than weekend or Monday departures.

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Charlotte Douglas International — Charlotte

Charlotte Douglas International (CLT) has an on-time arrival rate of about 77%. When flights are delayed, the average wait is around 44 minutes. The most common reason for delays here is the incoming plane arriving late. Roughly 2% of flights are cancelled. The typical taxi-out time from gate to takeoff is about 14 minutes. TSA security wait is currently About 7-13 minutes right now. The fastest time through security is 4 AM (about 3 min). The busiest period is 7 PM (19-25 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 77% arrive within 15 minutes of schedule.

The most common reason for delays here is the incoming plane arriving late.

Planes usually taxi out in a reasonable time. The typical wait from gate to takeoff is about 14 minutes.

This airport occasional fog (~3 days/month).

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

How Busy Is CLT Right Now?

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TSA Wait Times at CLT

TSA Security Wait — Our Model

About 7-13 minutes right now

Fastest

4 AM (about 3 min)

Busiest

7 PM (19-25 minutes)

Weekends tend to be lighter.

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