BOS TSA Wait Times — Logan
Boston Logan International Airport. Live security wait times, updated every 10 minutes.
GateWaitTimes independently measures security waits at BOS, taking a reading every ten minutes around the clock. We have recorded 11,080 readings here since August 25, 2026, drawn from official TSA, airport, and FAA feeds.
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This chart shows the average security wait at BOS for every hour of the day, so a taller bar means the line is usually longer at that time. The numbers come from our own readings, which we take every ten minutes around the clock.
The current wait time at BOS is 17 minutes, which is busier than usual for a Friday, when the line usually runs around 12 minutes.
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Wait Times by Terminal at BOS
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TSA PreCheck at Logan
PreCheck lane open right now
The TSA PreCheck lane at Logan is usually the fastest way through security. Travelers keep shoes, belts, and light jackets on and leave laptops and liquids packed, so the lane keeps moving even when the standard line backs up. At an airport this size, most major checkpoints run a PreCheck lane for much of the day, though hours still vary by checkpoint.
The status above comes from the same feed as the wait time on this page. GateWaitTimes polls it every 10 minutes, around the clock. If the lane shows closed, standard screening is still open; recheck shortly before you leave in case staffing changes.
How Early Should You Arrive at BOS?
These are general guidelines for Boston Logan International Airport. Use the calculator above for a departure time tuned to the current wait, your drive, and whether you have PreCheck. Add time on peak travel mornings, around holidays, and if you're checking a bag.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the security line at Logan (BOS) right now?
As of the latest measurement, the standard security wait at BOS is about 17 minutes. GateWaitTimes re-measures every 10 minutes, so check the live figure at the top of this page.
How early should I arrive at Boston Logan International Airport?
For a large airport, arrive about 2 hours before a domestic flight and 3 hours before an international flight. Add time during holiday peaks and early-morning banks.
Does BOS have TSA PreCheck?
Most US airports of this size offer TSA PreCheck lanes at their main checkpoints, though lane hours vary by checkpoint and time of day. Check the checkpoint status on this page for which lanes are reporting, and the TSA site for official PreCheck lane hours.
How often is this wait-time data updated?
GateWaitTimes polls TSA wait-time feeds, FAA airport status, and National Weather Service forecasts every 10 minutes, around the clock, and records every reading.
Is TSA PreCheck open at BOS right now?
Yes — as of the latest reading, a TSA PreCheck lane is open at BOS. GateWaitTimes re-checks every 10 minutes.
About Security at Boston Logan International Airport
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) serves Boston, MA. It is a large airport with steady passenger volume through most of the day, so the standard lane rarely empties out completely, which shapes how the security line at Logan behaves: expect the longest waits when several departures cluster in the same hour, and much shorter ones in between.
TSA PreCheck status at BOS is tracked live. The PreCheck section above shows whether a lane is open right now. PreCheck lanes usually move faster than standard screening, but they are not staffed at every hour, so check before counting on one.
The number above is a live reading for the standard lane, refreshed every few minutes. Security wait times can change quickly at BOS, so recheck this page shortly before you leave for the airport.
Fun Facts About Boston Logan International Airport
- Boston Logan opened in 1923, making it one of the oldest continuously operating commercial airports in the US.
- It's named for General Edward Lawrence Logan, a Boston-born military officer who never actually flew from it.
- Logan is by far the busiest airport in New England, handling the vast majority of the region's air travel.
- Built largely on filled land jutting into Boston Harbor, its runways are surrounded by water on multiple sides.