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Knowing when to travel can help reduce DTW Security Wait Times. Early morning hours between 5:00 AM and 8:00 AM are typically the busiest due to a high volume of departures. Mondays and Fridays also see increased traffic from business travelers. In contrast, late mornings and early afternoons usually have shorter security lines. Midweek travel, especially on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, often results in quicker screening. Seasonal travel plays a role as well, with summer and holiday periods bringing heavier crowds. Monitoring real-time airport updates and choosing off-peak travel times can help passengers avoid unnecessary delays. Planning flights during less crowded hours is one of the simplest ways to manage Wait Times effectively.