What are TSA wait times at PIT?

Current TSA security wait at PIT is About 11-17 minutes right now. The fastest time to go through security is 4 AM (about 3 min). The busiest time is 6 PM (18-24 minutes). Weekends tend to be lighter.

How busy is Pittsburgh International right now?

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

What is the average delay time at Pittsburgh International?

When flights at PIT (Pittsburgh International) are delayed, the average delay is about 45 minutes. Overall, 78% of flights arrive on time. About 2.2% of flights are cancelled.

What causes the most delays at Pittsburgh International?

The most common reason for delays here is the incoming plane arriving late. At PIT, 78% of flights are on time, and when delays occur they average 45 minutes.

Is it safe to book a tight connection at Pittsburgh International?

PIT 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 Pittsburgh International?

Early morning flights (before 8 AM) tend to have the best on-time performance at most airports, including PIT. 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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Pittsburgh International (PIT) has an on-time arrival rate of about 78%. When flights are delayed, the average wait is around 45 minutes. The most common reason for delays here is the incoming plane arriving late. Roughly 2.2% of flights are cancelled. The typical taxi-out time from gate to takeoff is about 13 minutes. TSA security wait is currently About 11-17 minutes right now. The fastest time through security is 4 AM (about 3 min). The busiest period is 6 PM (18-24 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 78% 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 13 minutes.

This airport occasional fog (~5 days/month), rainy (~11 precip days/month).

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

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TSA Wait Times at PIT

TSA Security Wait — Our Model

About 11-17 minutes right now

Fastest

4 AM (about 3 min)

Busiest

6 PM (18-24 minutes)

Weekends tend to be lighter.

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