Chattanooga Metropolitan (CHA) TSA Wait Times

The current estimated TSA wait time at Chattanooga Metropolitan is approximately 39 minutes. Wait times are updated every 5 minutes based on real-time data. Actual wait times may vary depending on the time of day, day of the week, and seasonal travel volume.

The busiest times for TSA security at Chattanooga Metropolitan are typically 4 pm - 5 pm, 12 pm - 1 pm, 5 pm - 6 pm. During these peak hours, wait times can be significantly longer than average. For the shortest wait times, consider arriving during 1 am - 2 am, 8 pm - 9 pm, 2 am - 3 am, when waits can drop to as low as 0 minutes.

Chattanooga Metropolitan (CHA) does not currently have dedicated TSA PreCheck lanes. However, PreCheck members may still benefit from expedited screening at available checkpoints. Consider enrolling in TSA PreCheck at tsa.gov for faster security screening at airports that offer it.

For domestic flights from Chattanooga Metropolitan, we recommend arriving at least 2 hours before your departure time. For international flights, arrive at least 3 hours early. During peak travel periods or when current wait times exceed 30 minutes, consider adding an extra 30-60 minutes to your arrival time. TSA PreCheck passengers can typically arrive later, but should still allow at least 90 minutes for domestic flights.

Chattanooga Metropolitan has a main security checkpoint. Check the current wait time displayed above for the most up-to-date estimate. During off-peak hours (1 am - 2 am, 8 pm - 9 pm, 2 am - 3 am), you can expect shorter lines.

The average TSA wait time at Chattanooga Metropolitan varies throughout the day. Off-peak hours (1 am - 2 am, 8 pm - 9 pm, 2 am - 3 am) typically see wait times around 0 minutes, while peak hours (4 pm - 5 pm, 12 pm - 1 pm, 5 pm - 6 pm) can see significantly longer waits. Check the hourly wait time chart above for a detailed breakdown of expected wait times throughout the day.