Today, August 4, Denver International Airport (DEN) was joined by U.S. Representative Diana DeGette, Denver Mayor Mike Johnston, representatives from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), as well as design and construction personnel to celebrate the completion of the airport’s second new state-of-the-art security checkpoint. The East Security Checkpoint, located on Level 6 directly across from the West Security Checkpoint, officially opens at 3 a.m. tomorrow (August 5) along with the walkway/bridge to Concourse A.
“We know that for many, DEN is the first and last impression of our city. With this state-of-the-art checkpoint, we’re ensuring that everyone feels welcomed, protected and ready for their journey,” Mayor Mike Johnston said. “The new East Security Checkpoint is an investment in infrastructure and in the experience of every traveler who passes through our airport.”
Here are the key changes passengers need to know starting August 5 (additional details below):
- All security checkpoints will be located on the north end of Level 6 (opposite end of the Hotel and Transit Center)
- The South Security Checkpoint will no longer be operational
- The walkway/bridge to Concourse A will be open once again for both arriving and departing passengers
- Departing passengers must go through security first to access the walkway
- Arriving passengers using the walkway will exit to either the east or west through automated exit lanes and can take the elevators at door 600 (west side) and door 601 (east side) for access to baggage claim and ground transportation on Level 5
The East and West Security Checkpoints were built as part of the Great Hall Program, and each consists of 17 screening lanes equipped with the latest screening technology to further expedite and enhance the passenger screening process. Both the East and West Security Checkpoints will accommodate standard screening, TSA PreCheck, CLEAR and CLEAR with PreCheck passengers.
Passengers can find both checkpoints at the north end of Level 6 near airline ticket counters. If you are being dropped off on Level 6 West, look for doors 606-600, with TSA PreCheck access closest to doors 602 and 600. If you are being dropped off on Level 6 East look for doors 601-605 with TSA PreCheck closest to door 601 and 603.
Click here to watch a video about the new East Security Checkpoint, featuring helpful wayfinding information.
