The TSA wait at ATL is currently about 7-13 minutes. The fastest time through security is 4 AM (about 5 min). The busiest period is 8 AM (35-41 minutes). Wait times are similar throughout the week.
Source: BTS federal data, TSA live feeds, community reports. Updated every 3 minutes.ATL TSA Wait Times
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International — Atlanta
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7–13 minutes
Fastest: 4 AM (about 5 min)|Busiest: 8 AM (35–41 minutes)
Wait times are similar throughout the week.
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