TSA Operations Update at IAH

TSA PreCheck and CLEAR return: availability may change daily.

Mar 8, 2026

UPDATED: April 2, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

Houston Airports confirms the return of TSA PreCheck and CLEAR:

Terminal A: Standard Screening, TSA PreCheck and CLEAR
Terminal C: Standard Screening, TSA PreCheck and CLEAR
Terminal E: Standard Screening, TSA PreCheck and CLEAR

TSA PreCheck and CLEAR availability is not guaranteed and may change day to day based on staffing. Once TSA can consistently maintain operations, Terminal D TSA Security Checkpoint will reopen.

CHECK NOW: TSA wait times at IAH

CHECK NOW: TSA wait times at HOU

Recent federal action is providing back pay to TSA officers, but the federal government shutdown remains ongoing. TSA staffing levels continue to fluctuate. Passengers should be prepared for longer-than-normal TSA wait times.

Passenger volumes also vary throughout the week and can impact wait times:

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays are typically lighter
Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays are busier

Passengers needing additional assistance, including those traveling with children or requiring accessibility support, should contact their airline before entering a TSA line.

Before You Arrive:

Check TSA wait times
Stay in contact with your airline
Arrive early and allow extra time for screening

We understand this is a difficult experience since the federal shutdown began on Feb. 14. Thank you for your patience, flexibility and continued cooperation.