This is my first time.. how long does it usually take to process after you have filed?

Please be aware the IRS will not start accepting most tax returns until Jan. 29. Also, for those tax payers who claim the Earned Income Credit (EIC) or Additional Child Tax Credit, the IRS expects refunds to begin starting on Feb 27, 2018.

https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/2018-tax-filing-season-begins-jan-29-tax-returns-due-april-17-help-avai...

There are several helpful links to track your refund once your tax return is accepted:

To track your Federal refund:   

https://www.irs.gov/refunds

To track your state refund:    

https://ttlc.intuit.com/questions/1899433

On the IRS site you are also offered the use of an app called IRS2Go

I would like to know how long is the process for first time flier

The online link is your best option to track your refund.  I have attached a link with more answers from the IRS as to why your refund may be taking longer to process.

Federal refund questions