Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is one of the largest and busiest airports in the world. Over 75 million passengers pass through LAX every year and there are nine interconnected terminals. Terminal B is the main international terminal, whereas domestic flights are spread out across the airport.
Airlines such as Aer Lingus, Air China, Air France, Air New Zealand, Air Premia, Air Tahiti Nui, Air Nippon Airways, Asiana Airlines, Astrian Airlines, Avianca Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific Airlines, China Airlines, China Eastern, China Southern Airlines, Condor, Copa Airlines, El Al Israel Airlines, Emirates, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Finnair, Flair Airlines, French Bee, Iberia Airlines, ITA Airways, Japan Airlines, KLM Royal Duth Airlines, Korean Airlines, American Airlines, Sprit Airlines, Delta, jetBlue, Qatar Airways, Saudia Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines, Sichuan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, STARLUX Airlines, Swiss International Aiir Lines, TAP Air Portugal, Turkish Airlines, operate from here.
Los Angeles Airport Services
Accessibility for Travelers with Disabilities
There are plenty of facilities for travelers with disabilities at Los Angeles Airport, including:
- Disabled parking spots
- Accessible toilets
- Elevators
- Escalators
- Free wheelchairs
- Priority pass through security
- Reserved seating in the terminal
- Sevice animal relief areas
- Accessible taxis
Los Angeles Airport is also part of the Sunflower Badge scheme. This is an international initiative for airports around the world to recognize invisible disabilities such as mental health struggles, autism, hard-of-hearing, and visual impairments. It’s optional, but if you’d like airport staff to be aware of your invisible disability, simply wear a sunflower lanyard or badge. This will subtly signal that you may need extra support when traveling through the airport.
Baggage Services
Los Angeles Airport Lounges
Free WIFI
Los Angeles Airport Parking
The Central Terminal Parking Lot is the main parking lot at LAX with over 7,000 spaces. There are places to collect and drop off passengers here for free, as well as long-stay parking options. There is also an Economy LAX Parking Lot and Budget Parking Lot for cheaper long-stay rates. Finally, there are two Cell Phone Parking Lots for waiting for passengers. You cannot leave your car unattended in the Cell Phone Lot, but it’s free to wait there for two hours.
Short-term parking
Park in the Central Terminal Parking Lot
Parking is free for up to 10 minutes
Long-term parking
Park in the Central Terminal Parking Lot for up to two weeks
Park for $60 per day
Alternatively, park in the Economy Lot for $35 or the Budget Parking Lot for $20
Drop off & Pick up
Drive to the pick-up section of the Central Terminal Parking Lot
Wait in the Cell Phone parking lot for up to two hours for free until your passenger is ready to collect
Alternatively, park in the short-stay zones of the main parking lot
Valet parking
Drop off your car at P1, P3, P4 or P7 of the Central Terminal Parking Lot for valet service
Rates start at $75 per day
Live Arrivals
Live Departures
Terminal Information
There are nine interconnected terminals at Los Angeles Airport. The terminals are fully equipped with everything the modern traveler needs for a comfortable transit, including washrooms, baby change facilities, service animal relief areas, ATMs, Wi-Fi, and seating. You can walk between terminals after security. In many cases, your airline’s check-in desk is located in one terminal, but you’ll need to walk to another terminal for boarding any departure. Most international flights depart from Terminal B. You can find the LAX map at the entrance of the airport and online.
Terminal B
Terminal 1
Terminal 2
Terminal 3
Terminal 4
Terminal 5
Terminal 6
Terminal 7
Terminal 8
Transportation options from and to Los Angeles Airport
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By Train
Hop on the train to reach downtown LA in 1 hour
*Departure every 15 minutes
By Bus
Hop on the Flyaway bus to arrive in the city center in 35 minutes.
*Departure every 30 minutes
By Taxi
Get a Los Angeles Airport taxi from the taxi stands
Or, for a more personalized ride, you can book a private Los Angeles Airport transfer with Welcome Pickups.
By Car
Rent a car from LAX to reach downtown in 30 minutes
*Trip durations vary depending on your final destination and traffic.
More connections from Los Angeles Airport
Shuttles
Many airports and resorts have airport shuttle services from LAX. If you’re a passenger of one of these scheduled shuttle services, wait under the Orange Shared Rides signs on the Lower/Arrivals Level in front of each terminal.
Buses
Metro
Rental cars
Taxis and private transfers
Los Angeles Airport Hotels
Practical Information
Opening Hours
Los Angeles Airport: 24/7
Shops: Most shops are open 24 hours a day
Food and Drink: Most coffee shops and restaurants are open 24/7
Recommended Arrival Times
International Flights: 3 hours
Domestic Flights: 2 hours
Airport Codes
Los Angeles Airport code: LAX
IACO code: KLAX
Contact Information
General information: +1 (855) 463 5252
Airport email: [email protected]
Lost property: Los Angeles Airport Lost Property
Frequently Asked Questions
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There are five airports in LA. The main airport is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The other four are John Wayne Airport (SNA), Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR), Ontario International Airport (ONT), and Long Beach Airport (LGB).
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