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AUS Austin Bergstrom Airport TSA Times

IATA Code:

AUS

Timezone:

UTC/GMT -5:00 hours

Airport local time:

Thursday, 6:47am


Last Updated:
6:00 AM (UTC/GMT -5:00 hours)2026-03-12
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    6:00 AM (UTC/GMT -5:00 hours)2026-03-12

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The average wait time at 6 am at this airport is 24 minutes

Current: 25 min (Similar to usual: avg wait time is 24 min)

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Recommended Airport Arrival Time
Domestic Flights 2h 0m before departure
International Flights 3h 0m before departure
Based on current average 25 min wait time at this airport

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Best & Worst Times to Fly

Based on historical tsa wait times for Thursday

Best Time
Night
9pm - 5am
6 min avg wait
Worst Time
Afternoon
12pm - 5pm
34 min avg wait
Flying in the Night instead of Afternoon could save you up to 28 minutes in tsa lines.

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) Guide & Travel Tips

Located just 5 miles southeast of downtown, Austin-Bergstrom is the primary gateway to the “Live Music Capital of the World.” Unlike generic transit hubs, AUS reflects the city’s culture with live music stages in the terminal and local dining favorites like Salt Lick BBQ and TacoDeli.

Currently, the airport is undergoing a massive expansion program known as “Journey With AUS” to handle record-breaking passenger growth. As a result, travelers in 2026 will encounter significant construction and operational changes, most notably the upcoming closure of the South Terminal. This guide is designed to help you navigate these specific challenges.

Austin Bergstrom Airport FAQ

The current TSA wait time at Austin Bergstrom Airport is approximately 25 minutes.

The best time to fly from Austin Bergstrom Airport is Night (9pm - 5am) with an average TSA wait of 6 minutes. Subscribe to premium to see the worst time to fly.

The South Terminal is permanently closing in February 2026 to make way for airport expansion.

  • Before February 2026: Frontier and Allegiant airlines operate exclusively out of the South Terminal.
  • From February 2026 Onward: Frontier and Allegiant will move their operations to the main Barbara Jordan Terminal.
  • Action: Check your boarding pass carefully. If you go to the wrong terminal, it takes 20 minutes to shuttle between them.

No. Checkpoint 3 is closed for construction until 2026.

  • Impact: All passengers must use Checkpoint 1 or Checkpoint 2 (West/East).
  • Tip: Checkpoint 2 West typically stays open until the final flight of the night.

The first checkpoints open a few hours before the first flight, typically daily at 3:00 a.m.

Many frequent travelers report that CLEAR at AUS is often slower than standard TSA PreCheck. Due to staffing issues and the specific lane configuration (bottlenecks where CLEAR merges with PreCheck), the “fastest” line is often the standard PreCheck lane. If you have both, evaluate the line length visually before joining the CLEAR queue.

  • Checkpoint 3 is closed for construction (West Infill project) and will reopen in 2026.
  • Checkpoint 2 West is open for passengers with TSA PreCheck and CLEAR and remains open until the last flight.
  • Checkpoint 1 is for passengers with CLEAR only (no TSA PreCheck) and also offers PreCheck enrollment (no appointment needed).
  • Checkpoints 1 or 2 East are for travelers without PreCheck or CLEAR. Global Entry kiosks are available.

No. This is the most common misconception at AUS. The terminals are separated by nearly 8 miles of highway and active runways. There is no pedestrian access. You must take a shuttle (approx. 20 minutes) or drive via US 183.

  • South Terminal (Until Feb 2026): Allegiant Air, Frontier Airlines.
  • Barbara Jordan Terminal (Main): Southwest, American, Delta, United, Alaska, JetBlue, Spirit, British Airways, KLM, Lufthansa, Virgin Atlantic, etc.
  • Note: After the February 2026 transition, ALL airlines will operate out of the Barbara Jordan Terminal.

  • From Main Terminal: Pick up is on the Upper Level (Departures/Ticketing), not the lower baggage claim level. Look for the signs marked “South Terminal Shuttle” near the center of the curb.
  • From South Terminal: The shuttle picks up directly outside the arrivals door.

The Economy Lots ($12/day) are the cheapest on-airport option but fill up quickly. Off-site private lots like Park & Zoom or Fast Park often have better availability and covered spots, though they require a shuttle.

Rideshares do not pick up curbside at baggage claim.

Directions: Walk to the Red Garage (Level G) or take the “Rideshare Tram” from the baggage claim level. The pickup zone is located on the ground floor of the rental car facility/Red Garage.

Yes, take Capital Metro Route 20.

  • Location: Look for the Neon Guitar Bus Stop on the lower level (Arrivals/Baggage Claim).
  • Cost: ~$1.25.
  • Route: It runs directly to downtown and the University of Texas campus every ~15 minutes.

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