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How much longer are the security lines at ogg, since the government shut down?Mahalo !

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Good question. I couldn’t find any reliable or credible reports that the recent (or ongoing) government shutdown has significantly increased security lines at Kahului Airport (OGG) on Maui. Here’s what the current information actually shows, plus some tips for how to plan and what to watch for:

What the Data Actually Shows About OGG TSA Wait Times

According to a live TSA-wait-time tracker, average waits at OGG are around 23–24 minutes for much of the day.
The TSA Reporting site’s historical average for OGG shows fairly short wait periods outside peak times — for example, in early afternoon it's as low as ~5–10 minutes for some hours.
OGG’s security checkpoint hours run from 5:00 AM to 11:30 PM.
A major TSA upgrade is actually under construction: a new two-story checkpoint is being added with six new screening lanes, which is expected to reduce congestion once it’s completed.

What People Are Saying (Travelers’ Reports)

Some recent Reddit reports suggest TSA PreCheck is *very* fast at OGG (“never waited … longer than 10-15 min”).
But others who don’t have PreCheck have reported long lines: “We were there 3 hours ahead … it barely felt like enough time.”
One traveler specifically noted very long wait for bag drop + security: “the wait to then hand over your checked bag was well over an hour … the TSA line … she said there is only one line and it gets slammed at peak travel times.”

Regarding the Government Shutdown Impact

While TSA has said that some staffing stress is possible during a shutdown (because officers are “essential” but may work without pay), I found no confirmed, widespread reports that OGG is currently facing unusually long lines *specifically because of a shutdown*. There’s no local media reporting major shutdown-related delays at Maui’s airport. (One news piece is focused on future expansion to prevent long lines, not current shutdown problems. )

Bottom Line / Advice for You

Yes, there *is some risk* for longer wait times under shutdown conditions — that’s a reasonable concern. But at OGG, things currently look *relatively stable* based on wait-time sites and traveler reports.
Because TSA PreCheck seems to dramatically reduce wait times at OGG, using PreCheck (if available) is a huge plus.
Plan to arrive at least 2 hours before your flight, especially for peak times or if you have checked bags. Several travelers who’ve had long lines recommend this.
Check real-time wait times using the TSA app or a TSA-wait tracker just before going through security; this will help you time your arrival more precisely.

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