Los Angeles Airport Taxi Service
Los Angeles Airport (LAX) is a bustling airport that serves over 70 million passengers a year. Thankfully, recent renovations have made it easier than ever to hail a Los Angeles Airport taxi upon arrival. Ready for some time in the sun?
Metered taxis are available 24/7 from LAX-it, the airport’s official pickup area that’s accessible via a short walk or free shuttle. Since public transit includes several transfers and takes well over an hour to get you downtown, we recommend a Los Angeles Airport taxi to get you straight to the City of Angels in 25 minutes.
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How much is a taxi from Los Angeles Airport?
| Taxi prices | Day time (05:00 - 24:00) | Night time (00:00 - 05:00) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| FROM LAX TO DOWNTOWN LA | 42 € | 42 € | 25 MIN |
| FROM LAX TO SANTA MONICA | 48 € | 48 € | 35 MIN |
| FROM LAX TO HOLLYWOOD | 58 € | 58 € | 60 MIN |
| FROM LAX TO BEVERLY HILLS | 56 € | 56 € | 45 MIN |
| FROM LAX TO DISNEYLAND | 94 € | 94 € | 75 MIN |
Los Angeles Airport taxi rates
An official taxi from Los Angeles Airport will calculate your fare using a taximeter. There is a standard flat rate to downtown, but metered fares to places like Beverly Hills, Pasadena, or Disneyland will vary depending on conditions like distance, traffic, and time. The base fee is $3.10 (€2.92) and kilometer price is $1.85 (€1.74).
The Los Angeles Airport taxi service flat rate fee to downtown is $46.50 (€42). Within this charge is a $4 (€3.30) fee for airport service. Keep in mind that these rates are for standard sedans. If you’re traveling with more than 3 passengers and require a van, rates will increase to around $90 (€84) for trips downtown. If you’d like to secure a competitive guaranteed fixed fare with absolutely no hidden fees, you can pre-book your taxi with Welcome Pickups.
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How to hail a Los Angeles Airport taxi
To grab your taxi from Los Angeles Airport, you’ll need to head to an LAX-it area. They’re located at Terminals 1, 7, 4 and 5. The closest terminals to Arrivals are 1 and 7, which are approximately a 5-minute walk, whereas T4 and T5 will take around 19 minutes by foot. A free shuttle service is offered to each of the terminals, which you can catch by waiting at the green LAX-it sign on the Lower/Arrivals level outside baggage claim. The shuttles are available 24/7 and arrive every 5 minutes or so. Once you make it to LAX-it, you’ll see the Los Angeles Airport taxis lined up for passengers.
If you’d prefer to skip the line at LAX-it (and be greeted with a sign!) you can pre-book your trip with Welcome Pickups. It’s a great way to save some time, avoid stress, and make your first interaction in the City of Angels a positive one.
Helpful tips for taking a Los Angeles Airport taxi
- Most taxi companies offer fixed rates to downtown LA. The price should be approximately $46.50 USD (€42).
- The cost of your trip will vary depending on the distance to your destination and how many passengers are joining you.
- It is customary in LA to tip your taxi driver at least 15%.
- Please notify the company of any accessibility requirements in advance.
- There is no need to drag your luggage to LAX-it; shuttles are available 24/7 outside baggage claim.
- Do not accept rides from unlicensed drivers offering rides inside the airport.
- If you suspect you've been mistreated by a Los Angeles airport taxi driver, write down their ID number (it should be on the back of their seat), name and license plate for the local authorities.
Taking a Los Angeles Airport taxi to hotel
LAX is the 8th busiest airport in the entire world. Needless to say, it can get pretty hectic. After a long flight, there’s no need to add more stress to your trip by navigating the city’s public transit system for the 1.5 hours it will take to get you to a downtown hotel.
Treat yourself to a door-to-door Los Angeles airport taxi service via Welcome Pickups. We’ll arrange any accommodations you may need ahead of time, so all you need to do is show up to LAX-it and be greeted with a sign and a smile.