The Hopkins Hangout Pass is available for the personal use of non-ticketed airport guests who would like to access the terminal at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport post-security. The Hopkins Hangout Pass permits guests to assist family and friends to their gate, greet loved ones arriving on domestic flights, and discover airport offerings, including restaurants, bars, and shops.
Step 1: Apply Online
Hopkins Hangout Pass applications can be submitted up to 7 days in advance of the date of your proposed visit. Same-day applications are not permitted.
The Hopkins Hangout Pass application will require the following information: first and last name (as it appears on your passport or driver’s license), date of birth, gender, email, reason for visiting, and a copy of both sides of your Real ID or passport.
Once you’ve submitted your application, you will receive an email confirming that your request has been received from hangoutpass@clevelandairport.com.
The Hopkins Hangout Pass program is limited to 100 visitors per day. You can view the number of passes remaining for a specified day on the application page.
Step 2: Receive your approved Hopkins Hangout Pass
Your application will be reviewed by TSA to determine your approval status.
Per TSA rules, you will receive an email confirmation after 12:00 AM (midnight) on the day of your visit notifying you of your approval status.
If you are approved for entry, you will receive an email from hangoutpass@clevelandairport.com with your digital Hopkins Hangout Pass.
Step 3: Arrive at the airport & enter through a TSA security checkpoint.
On the day of your approved visit, arrive at the airport’s North or South TSA checkpoints. Entry is not permitted through the Central security checkpoint.
Be sure to have your approved digital Hopkins Hangout Pass and your Real ID or passport to be permitted through security. Printed passes will not be accepted.
Hopkins Hangout Pass program participants are subject to the same security regulations as ticketed passengers, including security wait times. Please review all security reminders to ensure your access to the airport terminal will be granted.
Step 4: Discover the airport
Take time to explore the airport’s extensive offerings, including restaurants, bars, and shops.
Entry with a valid Hopkins Hangout Pass is available starting at 7:00 AM. While the Pass is valid until 10:00 PM, the last entry through security is at 9:00 PM. See https://www.clevelandairport.com/airport/tsa-security for TSA security checkpoint hours of operation.
All Hopkins Hangout Passes expire at 10:00 PM. Participants must exit the airport terminal by 10:00 PM.
Hopkins Hangout Passes are only valid for the date applied for and stated on your digital pass. Once through airport security, visits are limited to six (6) hours.
Hopkins Hangout Pass program participants are subject to the same security regulations as ticketed passengers. Please review all security reminders to ensure your access to the airport terminal will be granted.
Before arriving at the airport, ensure you have received an email from hangoutpass@clevelandairport.com confirming that your Hopkins Hangout Pass has been approved. Be sure to have your digital Hopkins Hangout Pass, QR Code, and a valid government-issued photo identification handy when you reach the TSA security checkpoint.
All Hopkins Hangout Pass program participants must enter through the standard security checkpoint lanes available at our North or South checkpoints. Entry is not permitted through the Central security checkpoint. Hopkins Hangout Passes will not be accepted through TSA Pre-Check or CLEAR lanes.
A Real ID or passport that matches the full name appearing on your digital Hopkins Hangout Pass is required at the TSA security checkpoint. Only valid forms of identification accepted by TSA can be used for the Hopkins Hangout Pass program.
No more than one personal item is permitted through the TSA security checkpoint for Hopkins Hangout Pass participants. Personal items are limited to a purse, small bag, or briefcase, and all items are subject to search.
All TSA-prohibited items for ticketed passengers are also prohibited for Hopkins Hangout Pass participants. Please review the list of TSA-prohibited items prior to your arrival at https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/whatcanibring/all.
Your application will be reviewed by TSA to determine your approval status.
You will first receive a confirmation email confirming that your request has been received. You will receive a second email confirming your approval status after 12:00 AM (midnight) on the day of your visit.
If you are approved for entry, you will receive an email from hangoutpass@clevelandairport.com with a digital Hopkins Hangout Pass.
Hopkins Hangout Passes cannot be used to access TSA Pre-Check.
All Hopkins Hangout Pass program participants must enter through the standard TSA security lanes at either our North or South checkpoints.
Entry is not permitted through the Central security checkpoint.
Once your application is submitted, you cannot update your information.
If information needs to be updated, please submit a new application.
If you have questions regarding your application, please contact hangoutpass@clevelandairport.com.
Hopkins Hangout Pass program participants are subject to the same security regulations as ticketed passengers. Please review all security reminders to ensure your access to terminals will be granted.
No more than one personal item is permitted through a TSA security checkpoint as a Hopkins Hangout Pass program participant. Personal items are limited to a purse, small bag, or briefcase.
All TSA-prohibited items for ticketed passengers are also prohibited for Hopkins Hangout Pass program participants. Please review the list of TSA-prohibited items prior to your arrival at https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/whatcanibring/all.
All Hopkins Hangout Pass program participants must enter through the standard TSA security lanes available at either the North or South checkpoints. Entry is not permitted through the Central security checkpoint.
The Hopkins Hangout Pass does not grant expedited entry, and participants must wait in line with ticketed passengers to be processed. Hopkins Hangout Passes will not be accepted through TSA Pre-Check or CLEAR lanes.
Parking can be found in the airport’s short-term and garage parking, which offer easy access to the TSA security checkpoints and the airport terminal. Visit https://www.clevelandairport.com/parking-transportation/parking-map-locations for more information.
Yes, the Hopkins Hangout Pass does not grant expedited entry. Pass participants must wait in line with ticketed passengers to be processed at a security checkpoint.
Utilizing lounges with a Hopkins Hangout Pass is not permitted. In most cases, a boarding pass is required for lounge entry. Please contact your airline or card provider for more information.
Hopkins Hangout Pass applications can be submitted up to seven (7) days in advance of the date you wish to apply for. Same-day applications are not permitted.
Prior to submitting a Hopkins Hangout Pass application, please review all information provided here, including Terms of Use: https://www.clevelandairport.com/airport/hopkins-hangout-pass/terms.
You can access a link to the Hopkins Hangout Pass application at https://www.clevelandairport.com/airport/hopkins-hangout-pass
Please be sure you have received your pass confirmation email, including an approved digital Hopkins Hangout Pass, prior to arriving at the airport.
Minors under the age of 18 must be escorted at all times by an approved adult Hopkins Hangout Pass participant. Minors under the age of 18 will not be permitted through the TSA security checkpoint without an approved adult Hopkins Hangout Pass participant. One adult Hopkins Hangout Pass participant can accompany up to three minor participants.
All Hopkins Hangout Pass participants, including minors under the age of 18, must complete an application and receive an approved digital Hopkins Hangout Pass.
Any applications for minors under the age of 18 must list an adult over the age of 18. You can add another applicant by clicking the “Add Another Visitor” button under the “Visitor 1 Information” section. You will not be able to submit your application request without an adult over the age of 18 on the application.
Photo identification is not required for minors under the age of 18 for the Hopkins Hangout Pass program. For Hopkins Hangout Pass participants under the age of 18 who have a TSA-approved photo ID, we recommend bringing your valid photo identification to the TSA security checkpoint.
Yes, service animals are permitted. Please note that service animals are subject to TSA screening.
All non-ticketed guests must submit their own Hopkins Hangout Pass application and receive an approved Hopkins Hangout Pass to access the airport terminal.
Personal information collected on the Hopkins Hangout Pass application will be reviewed by the TSA for background check and eligibility verification purposes.
The DOA will use personal information collected on the Hopkins Hangout Pass application to manage the program, address violations of Hopkins Hangout Pass program requirements, and for program improvement purposes.
The DOA’s third-party vendor for the Hopkins Hangout Pass is MIS-Choice. For more information, please see: https://www.airline-choice.com/privacy-policy.
No, re-entry with your Hopkins Hangout Pass is not permitted once you have exited the airport terminal to the pre-security area.
You may assist passengers departing from the airport on an international flight unless they are required to go through customs to board their flight.
The Hopkins Hangout Pass program does not apply to those individuals meeting passengers arriving on international flights. Most international flights require passengers to clear U.S. Customs.
You can meet international passengers arriving at the airport in our baggage claim area.
Yes, non-U.S. Citizens may participate in the Hopkins Hangout Pass program pending approval of the Hopkins Hangout Pass application by TSA. Please follow the process & regulations outlined on the Hopkins Hangout Pass page at https://www.clevelandairport.com/airport/hopkins-hangout-pass.
Email us at hangoutpass@clevelandairport.com.
There is no limit to how many approved Hopkins Hangout Pass participants can accompany a passenger.
No, the Hopkins Hangout Pass is a free program.
No, you cannot track your application. If you have questions regarding your application, please contact hangoutpass@clevelandairport.com.