Texas airport sees 3-hour TSA wait times

Digest more
TSA lines are longer. What you can do before going to the airport.
Travelers across the United States are encountering unusually long airport security lines as a partial federal government shutdown strains staffing at the Transportation Security Administration.

Continue reading

FOX 26 Houston · 1d
Hobby Airport TSA wait time: Monday updates, how long are the lines
Texas airport sees 3-hour TSA wait times as DHS shutdown disrupts spring break travel
The US airports where you should brace for long security lines as unpaid TSA agents stop showing up for work
The effects of the partial government shutdown have been on display in some US airports since the weekend.

Continue reading

'Being abandoned basically by our leaders': TSA workers set to miss first full paycheck amid partial government shutdown
Long security lines at U.S. airports as DHS funding affects TSA staffing
Major U.S. Airports Experiencing Hours-Long Delays Due to TSA Staffing Shortages amid Partial Government Shutdown
William P. Hobby Airport in Houston said on X that passengers should arrive between four and five hours before their flight to “allow extra time for TSA screening.”

Continue reading

Hobby Airport wait times plummet after hitting 3 hours amid TSA staffing issues, spring break travel (update)
NOLA.com · 1d
New Orleans Saints free agency tracker: Here’s everyone the Saints are gaining and losing
Good Morning America

As travel delays worsen amid partial shutdown, experts suggest using TSA PreCheck and CLEAR+

Here's how to utilize TSA PreCheck and CLEAR+ for faster security screening amid lengthy wait times due to the partial government shutdown.
Travel + Leisure on MSN

This Is One of the Easiest Ways to Get TSA PreCheck—and It Only Takes 5 Minutes

And it doesn't involve going to the airport.

TSA PreCheck or CLEAR? What to know about trusted traveler programs

TSA PreCheck offers faster screening at airports nationwide, including Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. How it works and how to enroll.
Upgraded Points on MSN

Why you should get both TSA PreCheck and CLEAR+ in 2026

Being part of just one airport program that speeds you through security may not be enough anymore, especially when events like government shutdowns, major storms, and system outages can create long lines and travel disruptions.
Travel + Leisure on MSN

Are airports closing TSA PreCheck? What to know, and how to get through security faster without it

These time-savers can help you get through standard lines faster.

TSA wait times may not get better any time soon. Here’s what you should know if you’re flying

Travelers stuck in line for hours at airport security this week are the latest victims of a partial government shutdown that has dragged on for nearly a month.
Click2Houston

Flying for Spring Break? Tips to get through TSA lines faster at Houston airports

Travelers at IAH and Hobby Airport should expect long security lines due to TSA staffing shortages. Arriving early and being prepared can help you breeze through security and stay on schedule.

TSA PreCheck remains open at Chicago O'Hare airport amid DHS' suspension announcement

As of 6 a.m. Sunday, travelers were able to get through TSA PreCheck at Chicago's O'Hare airport, despite Homeland Security's announcement.

Secretary Noem threatens to again suspend TSA PreCheck amid DHS shutdown

The Department of Homeland Security may again suspend TSA PreCheck by prioritizing “standard” security lanes at the airport amid the partial government shutdown, Secretary Kristi Noem told CNN.