How are the lines at BWI airport?

Submitted by zht174 t3_y2epzu in ColumbiaMD

I'll be taking a Spirit flight this weekend (morning flight) from the BWI airport so I'm wondering how the lines are through TSA so that I can get there extra early if it's been really bad

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Samuel_L_Blackson t1_is2jgos wrote

Not that bad. I usually show up 2hr early but could get away with 1hr early.

I'd still say 2hr since you've apparently not been through BWI much.

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AKnitWit777 t1_is2ohjh wrote

It usually moves quickly (15-20 min at most), but I agree that arriving 2 hours early is a good idea. Worst case scenario, you can grab some breakfast or coffee once you're through security.

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floppydiet t1_is2y2y0 wrote

How early? Pre check or non? A few times I’ve been burned for 5/6AM flights bc the PreCheck lines weren’t open until later. TSA has an app too that can tell you estimated wait times

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wanderingaround92 t1_is337ei wrote

I always arrive 2 hours early to be on the safe side. TSA at BWI moves pretty quickly compared to other airports.

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keenlyproper_demeanr t1_is3nntr wrote

Are you checking in any bags? If yes, please go 3 hours early. The line for check-in process is insane during the mornings.

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neverinamillionyr t1_is4ehnl wrote

The last time I flew with Spirit (first and last time) they had a rule if you weren’t checked in an hour before the flight you missed the flight and had to buy a new ticket. Make sure you are aware of that rule and give yourself plenty of time.

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FineWinePaperCup t1_is2vofr wrote

75-90 minutes is almost always doable, albeit can be rushed, at BWI. I always sob when I’m coming home at airports where 2-3 hours can feel like it’s no enough (glares at DEN and SEA)

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mmmollyg t1_is2tog0 wrote

Totally depends on if you’re checking a bag, but usually extremely fast!

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Moise1903 t1_is33ync wrote

The line won’t be bad but that flight is going to suck balls

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