TSA Wait Times
Retrieve estimated wait times for all TSA security checkpoints for U.S. airports.
Solid choice
TSA Wait Times is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 69/100 on our health check.
- Tested with the latest WordPress (7.1)
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
How does it stack up?
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Rankings
Where TSA Wait Times stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| checkpoint | #10 |
| security | >100 |
| times | #50 |
| tsa | #1 |
| wait | #4 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
About TSA Wait Times
From the official readme · v1.8Description
Retrieve current estimated wait times for all security checkpoints at all U.S. airports. You can also retrieve current airport delays.
Choose whether to display current FAA ground delays or ground stops for any airport.
Choose whether to display TSA Precheck availability as well as current status of any Precheck lanes.
Installation
Instructions for implementing the plugin can be found at https://www.tsawaittimes.com/wordpress
First things first – you’ll need to download and activate the TSA Wait Times plugin. From the WordPress Administration screen, click on “Plugins” and look for the TSA Wait Times plugin. When you find it, click the Activate link.
In order for the plugin to talk to TSAWaitTimes.com, you’ll need to create an API key – please note that access may require a paid subscription. Your key allows your plugin to tell us who you are and allows us to monitor the resources used so that we can continue to provide a responsive platform for everyone.
If you don’t have an account at TSA Wait Times, you’ll need to create one, but don’t worry – it’s quick and easy. Just visit https://www.tsawaittimes.com/myaccount. If you already have an account, you’ll need to sign in to either get your key or to generate one. Please Note: If you do not generate an API key, the plugin will return dummy data. Dummy data can be useful for making sure that the plugin works, but you’ll want to get an API key to return live data.
Next, add your API Key to WordPress. Once you have your API key, go back to your WordPress Administration screen and click on the Settings option. From there, look for the “TSA Wait Times” link.
Enter your API key into the appropriate box and click “Save Changes”. Congratulations – you’ve just installed the TSA Wait Times WordPress plugin! Now it’s time to start plugging it into your website!
Frequently asked questions
How do you calculate the estimated wait times?
We use a combination of data sources including the TSA, FAA, traveler contributions, and our own internal data including a custom spider. The government data is often incomplete so we use additional custom logic to help fill in some of the blanks. Combining historical along with recent data points helps form the basis of the estimates.
Are the estimated wait times accurate?
All wait times are estimates and may not be reflective of the actual experience that a traveler may have at any given moment. Wait times are a combination of historical, user-submitted data, and additional custom logic. The TSA itself states on their website “Wait times are based on crowdsourced data provided by passengers and we cannot ensure their accuracy. Prepare for your trip by checking the histogram, which is based on historical data and can estimate how busy your airport is likely to be on your selected day and time of travel.” We use a combination of factors to help determine the…
Is this website owned by the TSA?
No. This website is not owned or affiliated with the TSA. We are an independent software company (TayTech LLC) located in the state of Wisconsin in the United States.
How much does it cost?
Please check the TSAWaitTimes.com website for current pricing.
What is an API key and why do I need one?
An API key is a unique string assigned to you that lets the WordPress plugin talk to TSAWaitTimes.com. It lets us know who is asking for information, what info they want, and how we should return it. Creating an API key can be done from the TSAWaitTimes.com website. If you do not have an API key, the WordPress plugin will return cached, dummy data which can be useful for testing but not so useful in a production environment.
Changelog
Initial version and commit
1.8
- Updated for latest version of WP.
1.7
- Updated for latest version of WP.
1.6
- Updated for latest version of WP.
1.5
- Updated for latest version of WP. Updated TSA Wait Times branding.
1.4
- Moved CSS to local and removed remote css
1.3
- Compatibility check with WP v 5.9.3 and removed airport name in the current experience section
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FAQ
TSA Wait Times: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 24, 2026
Is TSA Wait Times free?
Yes. TSA Wait Times is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is TSA Wait Times safe to use in 2026?
TSA Wait Times is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 69/100 on our health check.
How many websites use TSA Wait Times?
TSA Wait Times is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,920 times since it launched in March 2020. It was downloaded 61 times in the last 30 days.
Does TSA Wait Times work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested TSA Wait Times up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 4.6 or newer.
What PHP version does TSA Wait Times need?
TSA Wait Times requires PHP 5.6 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was TSA Wait Times last updated?
The latest version, 1.8, was released on August 13, 2026 (2 months ago).
Who makes TSA Wait Times?
TSA Wait Times is developed and maintained by jdyken.
What are the best alternatives to TSA Wait Times?
The most popular alternatives to TSA Wait Times are BTFU — Back The Files Up (<10 installs).
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