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There are five TSA security checkpoints at LAS — three in Terminal 1 and two in Terminal 3. For a stress-free checkpoint experience, know before you come to the airport what you can bring in your carry-on luggage. And allow yourself plenty of time. TSA recommends arriving two hours early for domestic flights and three hours prior to international flights.

Checkpoint hours

  • A/B Gates: 3:15 a.m.-1 a.m.

  • C Gates (Southwest Airlines): 3:05 a.m.-10 p.m.

  • C/D Gates: Open 24 hours

  • Terminal 3 Level 2 (D & E gates): 3:30 a.m.-1:30 a.m.

  • Innovation Checkpoint (Terminal 3, Level Zero): 5 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

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Know before you go

For packing tips, TSA PreCheck registration or renewal, news and information, visit the Transportation Safety Administration website.

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Terminal 1: South end, Mezzanine Level, above Southwest Airlines Ticket counter.

Terminal 3: Located on the 2nd floor at the far east end of the building.

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