Know Before You Go
Think about what you need to do to get through screening quickly before you zip up your bags.
- Holiday Travel
- Check airport status and delays.
- View TSA's checklist of Travel Tips.
- Pack Safe before you fly.
- Review TSA's 3-1-1 for Liquids rule.
- If you or someone you know will require accommodations while flying, read about Passengers with Disabilities
- The Department of Transportation (DOT) launched an interactive Customer Service Dashboard to provide travelers with up-to-date airline customer service policies on controllable cancellations and delays to ensure customers have easy access to information when problems arise. Know your airline's policies in the event of a delay or cancellation.
Enroll in TSA Pre Check
If you fly often, consider TSA's program for expedited screening at certain airports and airlines.
Check for Prohibited items
Use the "MyTSA" app to find helpful information about TSA policies and procedures.
- Review information about flying with your electronic devices.
- Can you fly with batteries, medical devices or lighters? Review Pack Safe guidance.
- View TSA Prohibited Items.
Prepare for Security
- Have a valid U.S. federal or state-issued photo ID and your boarding pass ready.
- Learn more about TSA's security screening process.
- View your airport's security wait time.