The Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the largest and busiest airport on the west coast of the United States. LAX is also considered the 2nd busiest airport in the US.
Los Angeles Airport is located in the Westchester neighborhood, which is the Westside region of Los Angeles County, California. It is 30 kilometers southwest of downtown Los Angeles. The airport’s address is 1 World Way, Los Angeles, CA 90045, USA.
Los Angeles International Airport has 9 terminals, which are the Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) and the terminals numbered 1-8.
It takes around 4 minutes to walk to the adjacent terminal. A free shuttle bus ride is also available for travelers who want to get from one terminal to another. Shuttle buses transport passengers between terminals every 10-15 minutes.
LAX Terminal 1 hosts some international and domestic flights.
LAX Terminal 2 operates with international flights. It also serves as a hub for Virgin Atlantic and Southwest Airlines check-in.
LAX Terminal 3 is a passenger check-in for Avianca, Copa, Interjet, and Virgin Australia Airlines. Also, it is a hub for Delta Air Lines, making it a passenger check-in for planes departing from Terminals 2 and 3.
LAX Terminal 4 is currently being used exclusively by American Airlines. International passengers arriving at this terminal will get off at TBIT.
LAX Terminal 5 hosts some carriers like Frontier Airlines.
LAX Terminal 6 operates with Alaska Airlines and other carriers.
LAX Terminal 7 United Express and United Airlines are the only carriers serving this terminal.
LAX Terminal 8 is used exclusively by mainline flights of United Express and United Airlines.
LAX Terminal B (TBIT) exclusively hosts international flights not hosted in LAX Terminal 2.
MONEY EXCHANGE
The International Currency Exchange (ICE) is the sole vendor of money exchanges at Los Angeles International Airport. ICE charges a 2% fee for card payments and a delivery fee of $3-5. Their money exchange booths are at the following locations:
Terminal 2-Arrivals and departures
Terminal 3-Departures
Terminal 6-Arrivals and departures
Terminal 7-Departures
North and South Entrance of TBIT-Departures
Terminal B (TBIT)-Arrivals
LOUNGES AT LAX
There are several airport lounges at Los Angeles International Airport for economy-class travelers. Access to these lounges is available if you pay at the door, or if you purchase a day pass or annual membership.
Here is a map of the lounges
Here are the names of lounges at Los Angeles Airport and their location:
Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge and Alaska Lounge are located at Terminal 6, Airside.
The American Airlines Admirals Club has 3 locations: Airside of Terminal 4, airside of Terminal 5, near Duty-Free, and at the airside of the American Eagle Regional Terminal.
The Delta Sky Club has 2 locations at LAX. One lounge is at the airside of Terminal 2, Mezzanine Level. The other lounge is in the same location but across from the Main Club above.
KAL Lounge and Qantas Club are located at the airside of TBIT, Level 5. The United Club is at the airside of Terminal 7. Located across the road between Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 is the USO Lounge.
Los Angeles Airport has allocated several parking spaces for its terminals. Here are specific parking spaces for specific terminals:
P1 for Terminal 1
P2A & P2B for Terminal 2
P3 for T3 & TBIT
P4 for T4 & TBIT
P5 for T5
P6 for T6
P7 for T7 & T8
Here are the parking rates:
First 15 minutes: Free
The first hour, or a fraction thereof: $5
Every 30 minutes after the first hour: $4
Every 24 hours: $40 maximum
LAX Economy Parking
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) allocates economy parking at Lot E, a 15-minute drive from the airport.
Using the shuttle bus is required when getting to and from the airport. The bus ride is free and this service is available 24/7. The buses run every 15 minutes between the CTA and Lot E.
Economy parking is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The rates are as follows:
Per hour (or fraction thereof): $4
Per day: $12 maximum
THINGS TO DO AT LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (LAX)
Apply for our meet and greet services on arrivals, departures, and connecting flights for a seamless airport experience. Our dedicated greeter will explain to you all the airport formalities as well as take care of everything for you.
While you’re at the Los Angeles International Airport you can:
Indulge yourself LAX has a wide selection of cafes, fast food outlets, and restaurants offering international cuisine.
Hang out in a Lounge All terminals at LAX have lounges where you can enjoy good food, watch TV, or unwind in a quiet and comfortable environment.
Hit the shops Los Angeles Airport has a wide range of duty-free shops that offer an endless shopping experience.
Stay connected Use the airport’s free WiFi to stay connected to family and friends.
Relax at a spa There are 2 locations at the airport where you can get a massage, reflexology treatment, facials, and even mani/pedis.
Sleep When you need to sleep, the airport provides blankets and cots. But noise and announcements are common from time to time. There are hotels nearby that can provide a more comfortable and uninterrupted sleep.
HOTELS NEAR LAX AIRPORT
1. Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
0.7 km from LAX
24-hour transfer service to the airport
spacious rooms
comfy beds
WiFi
outdoor pool
2. The Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles LAX / Century Boulevard
0.8 km from LAX
spacious rooms
comfy beds
WiFi
on-site restaurant
3. H Hotel Los Angeles, Curio Collection By Hilton
0.9 km from LAX
outdoor pool
Wi-Fi
unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean, Los Angeles, and LAX
4. Homewood Suites By Hilton Los Angeles International Airport
0.9 km from LAX
complimentary breakfast
WiFi
heated, outdoor pool
5. Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
1.1 km from LAX
outdoor heated pool
on-site gym
LAX CAR RENTAL
All car rental options are not on-site but they provide shuttle buses to locations near LAX. Head on to the lower level of the Arrivals Hall, near the Baggage Claim area, to find the shuttles that will take you to car rental offices near LAX. Alternatively, there’s an area (with a purple “Rental Car Shuttles” sign) where car hire companies pick up passengers.
Car hire companies operate 24/7, so you can always rent a car regardless of your arrival time. Here are 10 car rental companies authorized to pick up passengers from LAX:
Alamo Rent a Car (888) 826-6893
Avis Rent a Car (310) 342-9200
Budget Car Rental (310) 642-4500
Dollar Rent a Car (866) 434-2226
Enterprise Rent-a-Car (310) 649-5400
Fox Rent a Car (813) 337-0950
Hertz (310) 568-5100
National (888) 826-6890
Sixt Rent a Car (855) 471-2760
Thrifty Car Rental (877) 283-0898
UNIVERSAL SKY MEET AND GREET SERVICE LAX AIRPORT
Our fast-track VIP services are available to all passengers, on any airline and in any ticket class. We ensure the safety and comfort of passengers. We provide personal service, porter service, private transportation, airport transfer, and VIP Lounge Access based on request.
Avoid long lines and tedious paperwork. Skip through passport control, customs clearance, etc. Contact us for VIP concierge services, and time-saving arrival, and departure services.