Traveling Through LAX — Los Angeles International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport serves 9 terminals, 10 airlines. Everything you need to know before you fly — terminals, transit, tips, and more.
📋 Key Facts for Your Trip
Essential info before you fly through LAX
✈️ Airlines at LAX
Terminal assignments — always confirm with your airline before travel
| Airline | Terminal(s) |
|---|---|
| American Airlines | Terminal 4Terminal 5 |
| Delta Air Lines | Terminal 2Terminal 3TBIT |
| United Airlines | Terminal 7Terminal 8 |
| Southwest Airlines | Terminal 1 |
| Alaska Airlines | Terminal 6 |
| JetBlue | Terminal 5 |
| British Airways | TBIT |
| Cathay Pacific | TBIT |
| Emirates | TBIT |
| Qantas | TBIT |
🚗 Getting To & From LAX
Ground transportation options for Los Angeles
Rail / Train
FlyAway Bus to Union Station (downtown LA) ~$9.75. Metro C Line (Green) to Aviation/LAX station, then free LAX shuttle.
Bus / Shuttle
Big Blue Bus, Culver CityBus, and LAX Shuttle services
Rideshare
Uber/Lyft pickup at LAX-it lot (requires free shuttle from terminals)
Taxi
Available at lower level of all terminals; metered fare to downtown ~$45-60
Parking
$12/day (Economy lots) · $40/day (Parking structures)
Rental Cars
Consolidated Rental Car Facility (CRCF) — accessible via free shuttle
🍽️ Inside LAX
Food, lounges, and shopping at Los Angeles International Airport
Food & Dining
Before security: Limited options pre-security · After security: Good selection; TBIT has the best international dining options
Lounges
United Polaris Lounge (Terminal 7)American Airlines Flagship Lounge (Terminal 4)Delta Sky Club (Terminal 2 and 3)Cathay Pacific The Pier Business Class Lounge (TBIT)Centurion Lounge (TBIT)
Shopping
Duty-free in TBIT, California-themed retail, various shops throughout
💡 Frequent Traveler Tips for LAX
Insider knowledge to make your time at Los Angeles International Airport smoother
- 1 LAX is notorious for traffic — allow 2+ hours for drop-off/pickup during peak times
- 2 The LAX-it rideshare lot requires a free shuttle from terminals — add 15-20 min
- 3 TBIT (Tom Bradley) is the international terminal and connects to Terminals 4 and 5 airside
- 4 The new Automated People Mover (APM) connects terminals to parking and transit
- 5 Terminal 1 (Southwest) does not connect to other terminals airside
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Frequently Asked Questions — LAX
How many terminals does LAX (Los Angeles International Airport) have?
Los Angeles International Airport has 9 terminals: Terminal 1, Terminal 2, Terminal 3, Terminal 4, Terminal 5, Terminal 6, Terminal 7, Terminal 8, Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT/B). Always confirm your terminal with your airline before travel, as assignments can change.
Does LAX have free WiFi?
Free Wi-Fi (LAX Free Wi-Fi) throughout all terminals. For real-time connectivity updates and to stay on top of gate changes, download TripTrack — it tracks your flight automatically.
How early should I arrive at LAX?
For domestic flights, check-in closes 45 minutes before departure. For international flights, check-in closes 3 hours before departure. As a general rule, arrive at least 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights to allow time for check-in, security, and reaching your gate.
What airlines fly from LAX?
Los Angeles International Airport is served by 10 airlines, including American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines and 5 more. See the full airline and terminal list above.
How do I get from LAX to Los Angeles?
Ground transportation options from Los Angeles International Airport include rail/train (FlyAway Bus to Union Station (downtown LA) ~$9.75. Metro C Line (Green) to Aviation/LAX station, then free LAX shuttle.), bus/shuttle service, rideshare apps, taxi. See the Getting To & From section above for details.
Is there parking at LAX?
Yes, Los Angeles International Airport offers parking options. $12/day (Economy lots) $40/day (Parking structures) Rates and availability change — check the airport website for current pricing.
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