Security-TSA

The Transportation Security Administration Security Screening is located off to the right after entering the Main Entrance and just past the restrooms.

TSA & Travel

Will I make it through security? What can I bring? What is the liquids rule?

Get Through TSA Faster - learn more tips here

Interested in TSA Precheck? St. Cloud does have a TSA PreCheck lane. 

The enrollment and screening for TSA PreCheck is not done at the St. Cloud Regional Airport, nor is there a current St. Cloud location available.

TSA PreCheck Enrollment Centers


Fridley, MN, 48.4 mi
7980 University Service Rd NE

Bloomington, MN, 60.7 mi
5705 W Old Shakopee Rd

Saint Paul, MN, 61.3 mi
MSP Airport Post Security Terminal 1 Concourse C (C21)

Bloomington, MN, 61.6 mi
7851 Metro Pkwy

Mankato, MN, 93.0 mi
1613 N Riverfront Dr

TSA Precheck Benefits Picture


or take it a step further....learn more about Clear Me.

ID Requirements

Have your documentation ready

Travelers over 18 must produce a valid photo ID like a driver’s license (as of May 3, 2023, it must be REAL ID-compliant) U.S. passport, passport card, permanent resident card or Trusted Traveler Program card before entering the security checkpoint.

Due to the pandemic, driver’s licenses that expired after March 1, 2020, are considered acceptable forms of photo ID for up to one year beyond expiration in case you were unable to renew it because of DMV closures. Depending on the airport, you may also need to scan your boarding pass via print-out or QR code, then show it to the TSA officer, so keep that handy.

When is the deadline? What are the requirements? What do I need for my child?
Flying with a REAL ID

What is REAL ID?

Additional Tips:

  • Dress smartly and be familiar with rules set by TSA regarding your packed items.
  • Arrive Early - Please allow plenty of time to get through security, especially during peak times. Ticket counters close 45 minutes prior to departure. Congested parking and wait times can be longer during MN's busy travel season. We recommend that you arrive 1-1/2 to 2 hours before your flight to comfortably check-in, check your baggage, and pass through the Security Check Point.
  • Have your photo identification and boarding pass available. We do not have computer kiosks available at the airport to check in nor print boarding passes. These will need to be printed beforehand or available on your mobile device.
  • In the United States, you may bring one carry-on bag and one personal item in the passenger area of the plane. Discount airlines may have stricter rules.