How busy is Tucson International right now?

The TSA wait at TUS is about 7-13 minutes. Check live conditions, weather, and FAA delay status above for a full picture of how busy TUS is right now.

What is the FAA airport status for TUS?

The FAA airport status for TUS (Tucson International) shows current delays, ground stops, and departure/arrival delay programs. TUS has an on-time departure rate of 83%, with an average delay of 69 minutes when delays occur. Check above for live FAA status and real-time conditions.

Is TUS busy right now?

Check the live status above for real-time conditions at Tucson International (TUS). TSA wait is currently about 7-13 minutes. Overall, 83% of flights depart on time from TUS. The least busy time for security is 4 AM (about 5 min).

Is Tucson International operating normally today?

Check the live FAA status and delay data above for current operations at TUS. On a typical day, 83% of departures from Tucson International are on time. When delays occur, they average about 69 minutes. The most common reason for departure delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Are there delays at Tucson International today?

Check the live delay tracker above for current TUS delays. Historically, 83% of departures are on time, and when delays occur they average 69 minutes. About 1.1% of flights are cancelled. The most common reason for departure delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

What is the average departure delay at Tucson International?

When departures at TUS (Tucson International) are delayed, the average delay is about 69 minutes. Overall, 83% of flights depart on time. About 1.1% of flights are cancelled.

What causes the most departure delays at Tucson International?

The most common reason for departure delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding). At TUS, 83% of departures are on time, and when delays occur they average 69 minutes.

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

TUS is fairly reliable, so a 60-minute domestic connection is usually fine. For international flights, allow at least 90 minutes.

What's the best time to fly from Tucson International?

Early morning flights (before 8 AM) tend to have the best on-time performance at most airports, including TUS. For shorter security lines, aim for 4 AM (about 5 min). Midweek flights (Tuesday and Wednesday) also tend to see fewer delays than weekend or Monday departures.

TUS Tucson Delays & Airport Status

Q: What are TSA wait times at TUS?

The TSA wait at TUS is about 7-13 minutes. The fastest time through security is 4 AM (about 5 min). The busiest period is 7 AM (22-28 minutes). Wait times are similar throughout the week.

Tucson International

TUS delays today: Tucson International has an on-time departure rate of about 83%. The FAA airport status for TUS typically shows an average delay of 69 minutes when departures are delayed. The most common reason for departure delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding). Roughly 1.1% of flights are cancelled. The typical taxi-out time from gate to takeoff is about 16 minutes. The current TSA wait is about 7-13 minutes. The fastest time through security is 4 AM (about 5 min). The busiest period is 7 AM (22-28 minutes).

Source: BTS, FAA. Updated May 2026.