Security

Denver Airport
Security Guide

TSA checkpoints, PreCheck, CLEAR, and everything you need to know about security at DEN.

Level 6
Security Checkpoints
24/7
Checkpoint Hours
North/South
Checkpoint Locations
2-3 hrs
Recommended Arrival
Checkpoints

Security Checkpoints at DEN

Checkpoint Location Hours Services Access To
North Security Checkpoint Level 6, North Side 24/7 Standard, PreCheck All concourses
South Security Checkpoint Level 6, South Side 24/7 Standard, PreCheck, CLEAR All concourses
Bridge Security Checkpoint Level 5, Bridge to Concourse A Varies Standard Concourse A
Tips

Security Tips

  • Arrive 2 hours early for domestic flights, 3 hours for international.
  • Keep your ID and boarding pass ready at the checkpoint.
  • Remove liquids, gels, and aerosols from your carry-on.
  • Take off your shoes, belt, and jacket for screening.
  • Laptops must be removed from bags for X-ray screening.
  • TSA PreCheck allows you to keep shoes and light jackets on.
TSA PreCheck & CLEAR

Fast Track Options

TSA PreCheck

Keep shoes, belts, and light jackets on. Laptops stay in bags. Available at North and South checkpoints.

CLEAR

Biometric identity verification. Skip the standard ID line. Available at South checkpoint.

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