Travel & Security at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

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Tips for Packing Carry-On for TSA Screening

Check-in & Security

Arrive 2 hours before departure time during peak times

Departing passengers are advised arriving inside the ABIA^®terminal at least 2 hours before their flight during peak times and 90 minutes all other times. Peak departure times: 5-8 a.m., 11 a.m.-1 p.m., 3:30 -5:30 p.m. During these times passengers may encounter longer waits at security checkpoints. The first TSA checkpoint opens at 3:30 a.m.
• Checkpoint wait times
• A separate lane for TSA Pre-Check and Premium Passengers are available at Checkpoint 1, on the far east end of ticketing, and Checkpoint 2, adjacent to American Airlines ticketing.
• Type of identification needed
Domestic Travel - government-issued photo ID - drivers license is one such form of ID
International Travel - a valid passport (be sure to check expiration date)

• REAL ID and Air Travel: Timeline and standards for state issued drivers licenses and identification