Hollywood Burbank | Burbank, CA | Updated April 2026
Hollywood Burbank (BUR) is a major regional airport in Burbank, CA, serving roughly 6.0 million passengers per year. TSA wait times are usually moderate but can spike during early morning departures and holiday weekends.
Hollywood Burbank is served by: Alaska, American, JetBlue, Southwest, United. Terminal assignments are seasonal at most regional airports — confirm gate and terminal with your airline before heading to security.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Airport Code | BUR |
| Location | Burbank, CA |
| Primary Carriers | Alaska, American, JetBlue, Southwest, United |
| Annual Passengers | ~6.0 million |
BUR has a single TSA checkpoint serving all gates. PreCheck and standard lanes share the same checkpoint area; PreCheck is open during posted commercial flight windows.
As of May 7, 2025, all TSA checkpoints — including BUR — require a Real ID-compliant license, passport, or other accepted federal ID for domestic flights. If you arrive without one, expect additional screening or denied boarding. See our Real ID guide for accepted alternatives.
Q: How early should I arrive at BUR?
A: For domestic flights, arrive 2 hours early. International flights require an additional 30–60 minutes.
Q: Does BUR have TSA PreCheck?
A: Yes, TSA PreCheck is available at BUR's primary checkpoints. Hours may vary by checkpoint, so confirm with the TSA app before arrival.
Q: What is the average wait time at BUR?
A: Averages run around 12 minutes, with peak periods stretching to 26 minutes.
Q: Can I bring liquids through BUR security?
A: Yes — TSA's 3-1-1 rule applies (3.4 oz containers, one quart-sized bag, one bag per passenger). See our liquid rules guide.
Q: Is CLEAR available at BUR?
A: CLEAR is rolling out across U.S. airports — check the CLEAR website for current BUR availability before flying.