What are TSA wait times at SFO?

Current TSA security wait at SFO is About 11-17 minutes right now. The fastest time to go through security is 10 PM (about 3 min). The busiest time is 7 PM (25-31 minutes). Weekends tend to be lighter.

How busy is San Francisco International right now?

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

What is the average delay time at San Francisco International?

When flights at SFO (San Francisco International) are delayed, the average delay is about 48 minutes. Overall, 75% of flights arrive on time. About 1.8% of flights are cancelled.

What causes the most delays at San Francisco International?

The most common reason for delays here is air traffic and busy airspace. At SFO, 75% of flights are on time, and when delays occur they average 48 minutes.

Is it safe to book a tight connection at San Francisco International?

SFO 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 San Francisco International?

Early morning flights (before 8 AM) tend to have the best on-time performance at most airports, including SFO. For shorter security lines, aim for 10 PM (about 3 min). Midweek flights (Tuesday and Wednesday) also tend to see fewer delays than weekend or Monday departures.

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San Francisco International (SFO) has an on-time arrival rate of about 75%. When flights are delayed, the average wait is around 48 minutes. The most common reason for delays here is air traffic and busy airspace. Roughly 1.8% of flights are cancelled. The typical taxi-out time from gate to takeoff is about 18 minutes. TSA security wait is currently About 11-17 minutes right now. The fastest time through security is 10 PM (about 3 min). The busiest period is 7 PM (25-31 minutes).

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

Last updated: March 2026

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Flights here are delayed fairly often. About 75% arrive within 15 minutes of schedule.

The most common reason for delays here is air traffic and busy airspace.

Planes usually taxi out in a reasonable time. The typical wait from gate to takeoff is about 18 minutes.

This airport frequently foggy (~12 fog days/month), tends to be windy (avg 10 mph).

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

How Busy Is SFO Right Now?

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TSA Wait Times at SFO

TSA Security Wait — Our Model

About 11-17 minutes right now

Fastest

10 PM (about 3 min)

Busiest

7 PM (25-31 minutes)

Weekends tend to be lighter.

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Delta Air Lines79% on time

Alaska Airlines78% on time

Southwest Airlines78% on time

American Airlines77% on time

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