TSA PreCheck vs. The World: My Airport Security & Check-In Wait Times

Welcome to my personal travel diary, where I’m documenting the ups and downs of navigating airport security and check-in lines.

I’ll admit it: I’m a TSA PreCheck proponent and think it’s way better than CLEAR aka “Creepy Clear,” which is more like organized crime if you ask me. My data proves TSA PreCheck has saved me countless hours in security lines, and many times it’s actually faster than CLEAR. But how does it stack up against other airports around the world?

My curiosity extends beyond U.S. borders. What are wait times like in other countries? How does the check-in and baggage drop process vary from airline to airline?

In these charts below, I dive into the numbers and share my personal TSA PreCheck experiences, compare wait times across different airports I’ve visited, and check-in and baggage drop times by airline. My goal? To help you navigate security and check-in with ease, armed with real-world data to hopefully make your journey through security and check-in as smooth as possible. Or, maybe not arrive at the airport so late. Or, realize that you can arrive at the airport late since you know have TSA PreCheck.

Also, if you have any airport tips or want to contribute to my data, e-mail me at info@homsontravels.com. Let’s learn from each other and make air travel a little less stressful, one security line at a time!

Average TSA PreCheck & International Airport Security Wait Times Airline Check-in & Average Bag Drop Wait Times 2023-2024

This data provides insights into the efficiency of security processes, hopefully helping frequent travelers like you plan your journeys more efficiently and avoid the long waits.


This analysis highlights the efficiency of various airlines in handling passenger check-ins and luggage, providing essential information for travelers to optimize their airport experience.