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LAX

Los Angeles Int'l

Los Angeles, United States

🏷️IATALAX
📍CityLos Angeles
📞Helpline+1 855-463-5252
1 World Way, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA
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ℹ️ About Los Angeles Int'l

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) opened in 1930. It is operated by Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA).

In 2023, LAX handled approximately 75 million passengers, making it the second busiest airport in the United States. Its IATA code is LAX.

LAX is a major gateway to the West Coast and Asia, and is undergoing significant modernization to improve passenger experience and increase capacity.

🏢 Terminals

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has nine passenger terminals arranged in a horseshoe shape. Terminals 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 handle both domestic and international flights, while the Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) primarily handles international flights.

TBIT has 12 gates on the north concourse and 9 gates on the south concourse. Terminal 1 has 11 gates, Terminal 2 has 12 gates, Terminal 3 has 12 gates, Terminal 4 has 16 gates, Terminal 5 has 15 gates, Terminal 6 has 14 gates, Terminal 7 has 11 gates, and Terminal 8 has 8 gates.

The total airport area is 3,500 acres. LAX served 88.07 million passengers in 2019.

A major modernization project is underway, including a consolidated rent-a-car (ConRAC) facility and an automated people mover (APM) system, expected to be completed in 2024.

🚗 How to Reach Los Angeles Airport
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Metro/Rail
The Metro C Line (Green Line) Aviation/LAX Station is accessible via a free shuttle bus (Line G). From there, you can connect to the rest of the Metro system. The K Line (Crenshaw/LAX Line) also connects to the airport via a shuttle. The future LAX/Metro Transit Center station will directly connect to the APM. Frequency varies; check Metro schedules. Fare is $1.75.
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Bus
LAX FlyAway offers direct bus service to Union Station, Van Nuys, and Westwood. Fares vary by destination (e.g., $9.75 to Union Station). Several local bus lines also serve the airport area, including the Metro Bus and Culver CityBus.
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Taxi/Cab
Ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft operate at LAX. A taxi to downtown Los Angeles costs approximately $50-$70. Pre-paid taxi services are available.
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Distance
27 km from downtown Los Angeles, 30-45 minutes without traffic, 60-90 minutes during peak hours.
🛎️ Airport Facilities
Lounges
American Airlines Admirals Club (Terminals 4 and 5), Delta Sky Club (Terminal 2 and TBIT), United Club (Terminal 7), Alaska Lounge (Terminal 6), Centurion Lounge (TBIT), Qantas First Lounge (TBIT), and several independent lounges like the Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) Lounge. Access via membership, airline status, or day pass.
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Food & Dining
Numerous restaurants, cafes, and fast-food outlets throughout all terminals, including Starbucks, McDonald's, and California Pizza Kitchen. Several 24-hour options are available in TBIT and Terminal 4.
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Shopping
Duty-free shopping in TBIT. Retail stores include Kiehl's, MAC Cosmetics, Hugo Boss, and various newsstands and souvenir shops.
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Connectivity
Free WiFi is available throughout the airport. Connect to the "LAX Free WiFi" network.
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Banking
ATMs are located throughout the terminals. Currency exchange services are available in TBIT.
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Medical
A medical clinic is located in the Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) on the arrivals level. Open daily, hours vary.
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Other
Pet relief areas are available outside each terminal. There are nursing stations in most terminals. Smoking is only permitted outside the terminals, at least 20 feet away from doorways.
🅿️ Parking

Types: Economy, short-term, long-term, and valet parking. Rates: Economy Parking is $15/day. Short-term parking is $5 for the first hour, $4 for each additional half hour, up to a daily maximum of $60. Central Terminal Area parking is $7/hour, up to $60/day. Valet parking is available at select terminals. Pre-booking: https://www.flylax.com/parking

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💡 Tips for Travellers
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Use the LAX FlyAway bus to Union Station for a cheaper and more direct route to downtown Los Angeles than a taxi or rideshare.
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If you are being dropped off, use the 96th Street drop-off area to avoid terminal traffic, then take the free shuttle to your terminal.
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Check real-time TSA wait times online or on the LAX app to choose the least crowded security checkpoint.
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Bring your own water bottle to refill after security, as bottled water is expensive inside the terminals.
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