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TSA and Security Screening

Security Wait Times

Get ready for a hassle-free security experience at Detroit Metro Airport by knowing what lies ahead at the checkpoint. Find detailed information about TSA wait times exact checkpoint locations throughout the terminal, and useful traveler program details including TSA PreCheck, CLEAR and Global Entry. These trusted traveler programs can have a substantial enhancement on and make your overall airport experience more efficient. Being well-informed about security procedures and available expedited screening options helps ensure smooth passage through checkpoints giving you the chance to reach your gate with little stress and great convenience.

TSA Security Wait Times

Evans

4

Minutes

McNamara

5

Minutes

Safety and Security Info

Security Checkpoint Locations

Each terminal has dedicated checkpoints with TSA services

Evans Terminal

  • Evans Terminal: Ticket Lobby, Door 1 and Door 4
Security Checkpoint

McNamara Terminal

  • McNamara Terminal: Ticketing Lobby, Level 3
  • McNamara Terminal: Bridge to the Terminal from the Parking Garage, Level 2
  • Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport Hotel
Security Checkpoint

Expedited Screening Programs

Arriving from an International Destination?

All international travelers arriving at DTW must clear U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) requirements. Eligible travelers can expedite entry using Global Entry kiosks or the Mobile Passport Control app. CBP service counters are in the International Arrivals area of the McNamara Terminal and Baggage Claim area of the Evans Terminal. The CBP service desk inside the McNamara is available 24/7.

CBP Hours of Operations:

  • McNamara Terminal: Noon-8 p.m.
  • Evans Terminal: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
  • The CBP Service Desk at the McNamara Terminal operates 24/7, via phone at 734-942-9000.

Passengers should declare all purchased items, currency over $10,000 or foreign equivalent, and any food, plants, or agricultural products in your checked or carry-on baggage.

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is Michigan’s busiest airport, connecting over 30 million passengers annually through world-class terminals and global flight routes.