![]() The good news is there are long term infrastructure and construction projects planned to try and facilitate a better user experience for the growing number of passengers. At times, getting through security has taken more than an hour posing a risk even to passengers who heeded DIA’s advice to arrive at least two hours before their flights’ departure. It’s hard to imagine but Denver International Airport has only been operating since 1995 and its passenger growth has been enormous. On four of the last five days, including Monday morning, DIA posted warnings of lengthy waits on its social media accounts. Part of the issue is that DIA flight and passenger numbers have rebounded back from the Covid better than any other major airport in the US, whilst labor shortages at the airport, for example shuttle drivers, combined with general infrastructure issues not suited to the volume of passengers that now fly out of Denver adds up to a bad combination for travelers. ![]() ![]() North Security is closest to Terminal A / International Arrivals. The recent 2023 Memorial Day weekend appears to have been troublesome again for many travelers with social media full of anger and frustration about the amount of time to get processed. Note: South Security is closest to the Westin Hotel / A Train. In recent years the security waits at DIA have at times been horrendous, although this is usually restricted to very busy periods. Passengers throng the Great Hall at Denver International Airport as they wait to pass through the south security checkpoint on Friday, October 22, 2021. Please expect to wait up to at least (17 mins) on average to go through security checkpoints at DEN. ![]() It is best to check with your air carrier for recommended check-in and airport. The general consensus is that you should arrive at DIA no later than 3 hours before your flight if traveling internationally, or 2 hours if your flight is domestic. Denver International Airport Security Wait Times 1 am - 2 am. Note: South Security is closest to the Westin Hotel / A Train. The busiest times for security at DEN are typically from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM. ![]()
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