TRAFFIC ALERT: Overnight lane closures are scheduled for outbound Peña Boulevard (leaving DEN) from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m., from Tuesday, June 2 through Saturday, June 6 for grinding operations near the West Terminal. Please use caution and drive carefully.
SECURITY
Check real-time DEN airport security wait times before you arrive and explore expedited screening options like TSA PreCheck and CLEAR. We recommend arriving at least two hours before your flight to allow time for security screening.
DEN has two security checkpoint areas in the Terminal to access all airlines gates: West security on Level 6, and East security on Level 6
Security Screening Tips for DEN Travelers:
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is responsible for transitioning passengers through the airport’s security checkpoints. Learn more about TSA procedures for people with special needs here or toll free at (855) 787-2227
Below are the average walk times to get to your gate after you have passed the security checkpoint. These are estimates only and persons with reduced mobility may experience longer travel times.
A
Gates 14-25
Gates 26-32
Gates 34-39
Gates 40-47
Gates 48-53
Gates 54-56
Gates 71-84
12 min.
9 min.
6 min.
5 min.
7 min.
10 min.
15 min.
B
Gates 7-12
Gates 15-22
Gates 23-29
Gates 31-37
Gates 38-44
Gates 45-52
Gates 53-60
Gates 62-71
13 min.
12 min.
10 min.
8 min.
7 min.
8 min.
11 min.
13 min.
C
Gates 23-31
Gates 32-39
Gates 40-47
Gates 48-54
Gates 55-62
Gates 63-67
13 min.
11 min.
9 min.
11 min.
13 min.
15 min.
Real ID will be required starting May 7, 2025.
Beginning May 7, 2025, every air traveler 18 years of age and older will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, state-issued enhanced driver’s license or another acceptable form of ID to fly within the United States. REAL ID-compliant cards are marked with a star at the top of the card. If you’re not sure, contact your state driver’s license agency on how to obtain a REAL ID compliant card.
TSA provides travel tips.
