Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Los Angeles Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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the facilities remain pretty sub-standard – except in the newly refurbished Tom Bradley International Terminal. Still nowhere to sleep within the airport, and local hotel day rooms are getting pricier and pricier. No provision is made for transit or layover passengers – it remains a grin and bear it airport. – a traveller
LAX Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Los Angeles Airport (Code: LAX).
What to Expect
The massive U-shaped LAX Airport is a major hub for North American and international travel. It has nine terminals: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and the Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT), with North and South Concourses. All terminals are now connected airside via a network of walkways, tunnels, and bridges, allowing passengers to move between them without re-clearing security, following the completion of modernization projects in 2023. Navigating these connections can be a bit of a maze due to varying signage and distances, with some transitions taking 5-8 minutes. Landside shuttle buses also connect all terminals for those not staying airside. The American Eagle Regional Terminal, however, requires an airside shuttle from Terminals 4 or 5. There is considerable variation in the quality, comfort, and operating hours of each terminal.
Overall, there are many restaurants, which a few that open 24 hours. WiFi is also available, and mobile charging is available near the gates. For those looking for a little added comfort, there are first-class lounges that economy-class passengers can pay to access.
Sleeping in Los Angeles Airport
While the Los Angeles Airport stays open 24 hours, the security checkpoints close in the middle of the night per the terminal’s flight schedules. If you arrive the night before an early-morning departure, they may allow you through to the airside/secure zone, but if not, you’ll likely have to stay in the less comfortable landside/public areas. Be safe by having a backup plan ready!
In general, the airside areas are more comfortable than the landside areas. There’s a decent amount of seating, but the quality and locations vary from terminal to terminal. Most seating has armrests, so try sprawling out on the carpeted floor for rest. Travellers recommend the larger, more modern Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT), with more amenities and eateries than other terminals. Only a few terminals connect on the airside, so you may have to exit and re-enter the airside as you move around.
The terminals are very cold. Have a blanket and dress for the terminal temperatures.
If you’re looking for uninterrupted sleep, there are hotels nearby that provide free airport shuttles. See Airport Hotels in the guide below.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
Los Angeles International Airport operates 24 hours landside, but security checkpoint hours vary by terminal and airline schedule. Most checkpoints typically open around 4:00 AM and close between 1:00 AM and 2:00 AM, though exact times can change with flight schedules and staffing.
Access beyond security is generally limited overnight. You must be a ticketed passenger to enter secure areas. Check with your airline to confirm terminal check-in and security screening hours, especially for late-night or early-morning departures.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
There are no official, designated rest or sleep zones. However, travellers report a few informal areas that can be relatively calmer late at night:
- TBIT (Tom Bradley International Terminal) – seating near Gate 148, with some benches lacking armrests and lower foot traffic overnight
- Terminal 3 – seating near Gate 31, close to Delta lounge areas
- Terminal 7 – seating near Gate 71B, often quieter than other concourses
Availability, noise levels, and seating layouts can change at any time. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.
Cots
When mass cancellations happen at Los Angeles Airport, a limited supply of cots is available for stranded passengers who opt against getting a hotel room. To find them, ask an airline or airport employee or use a courtesy phone to reach someone with access to this information. These locations have been sent to us in the past: Terminal 4, Gate 42.
Importantly, you cannot reserve cots in advance, and they are only available when major cancellations occur – not simply because you’re sleeping in the airport overnight. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.
LAX Airport Hotels
Quick Facts
- Nearest Hotel: Within five minutes from the airport
- Sleep Cabins & Pods: No (see note below)
- Day Rooms: Yes
- Nearby Hotels with Free Shuttles: Yes
There is no on-site or in-terminal hotel, and no airside transit hotel. All nearby hotels require exiting the terminal and passing through security again. Most nearby hotels provide free airport shuttles.
- Courtyard Los Angeles LAX/Century Boulevard » Check Rates
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles International Airport North » Check Rates
- H Hotel Los Angeles, Curio Collection by Hilton » Check Rates
- Homewood Suites by Hilton Los Angeles International Airport » Check Rates
- Hyatt Regency Los Angeles Airport – This is the closest hotel to the airport accessible by foot or 5-minute free airport shuttle. » Check Rates
- Los Angeles Airport Marriott » Check Rates
- Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel » Check Rates
- Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX » Check Rates
Hotel shuttles typically pick up under the red “Hotel and Courtesy Shuttle” signs on the Upper / Departures Level.
Sleep Pods & Cabins
A reader recently (March 2024) sent us a link to an article stating there were sleep pods and cabins at LAX. The article, updated in November 2023, even had locations and rates. However, we have been unable to confirm any of the information. If you see any sleep pods and/or cabins, let us know and we will add them to the site. Otherwise, we are not listing them to avoid adding to the confusion.
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels near LAX Airport that can be sorted by price, distance, traveller rating and popularity.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Whether you’re travelling in economy, business, or first class, several lounges at LAX Airport offer access through pay-at-the-door options, prepaid single-visit passes, or lounge membership programs such as Priority Pass, DragonPass, or LoungeKey or airline-specific lounge membership programs. These lounges provide a comfortable escape with amenities such as showers, rest zones, and dining, available to all passengers regardless of airline or ticket class.
American Airlines Admirals Club (Regional Terminal) – Location: Regional Terminal, Airside, across from Gates 52D and 52E. Accessible by shuttle bus from Terminal 4 (near Gate 42B) or Terminal 5 (near Gate 54A). Hours: 7:15 AM – 9:30 PM. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (Walk-in rate: $79 with proof of American Airlines ticket, subject to availability) • Lounge membership programs (American Airlines Admirals Club members) • First or Business Class passengers on American Airlines or oneworld airlines • AAdvantage Executive Platinum/Platinum Pro/Platinum members • oneworld Emerald or Sapphire members • Citi/AAdvantage or Concierge Key cardholders • U.S. military personnel.
Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge – Location: Terminal 6, Airside, near Gate 65A. Hours: unknown. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes (cell-free quiet zones). Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Prepaid lounge passes (purchase on aircanada.com at time of ticket purchase) • Lounge membership programs (Air Canada Maple Leaf Club members) • Aeroplan Super Elite 100K/75K/50K members (on arrival from domestic flights only) • eligible Aeroplan credit card holders • Business Class passengers on Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge, or Air Canada Express.
United Club – Location: Terminal 7, Airside, near Gate 71. Hours: unknown. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (Walk-in rate: $59, with same-day United, Star Alliance, or partner flight boarding pass, subject to availability) • Lounge membership programs (United Club members) • United First or Business Class passengers • Star Alliance Gold members • eligible credit card holders.
United Club – Location: Airside, near Gate 84. Hours: 4:30 AM – 11:30 PM. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (Walk-in rate: $59, with same-day United, Star Alliance, or partner flight boarding pass, subject to availability) • Lounge membership programs (United Club members) • United First or Business Class passengers • Star Alliance Gold members • eligible credit card holders.
American Airlines Admirals Club – Location: Tom Bradley International Terminal (Terminal B), Airside, concourse level between Gates 151 and 153. Hours: 4:30 AM – 12:15 AM. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (Walk-in rate: $79 with same-day American Airlines or oneworld boarding pass, subject to availability) • Lounge membership programs (American Airlines Admirals Club members) • First or Business Class passengers on American Airlines or other oneworld airlines • AAdvantage Executive Platinum/Platinum Pro/Platinum members on eligible itineraries • oneworld Emerald or Sapphire members • Citi/AAdvantage Executive cardholders • Eligible U.S. military personnel.
Los Angeles International Lounge – Location: Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT), Airside, Terminal B. Hours: unknown. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Eligible passengers of select airlines (including Japan Airlines Premium Economy and Economy on specific fares, and other partner airlines as specified by the operating carrier.
Qantas Club Lounge – Location: Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT), Airside, Level 5, near Airside Concourse. Hours: unknown. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Lounge membership programs (Qantas Club members • Qantas First or Business Class passengers) • oneworld Emerald or Sapphire members • eligible frequent flyers of partner airlines (Cathay Pacific, British Airways).
Star Alliance Lounge – Location: Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT), Airside, Level 6. Hours: unknown. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes (outdoor terrace). Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Star Alliance First or Business Class passengers • Star Alliance Gold members • eligible frequent flyers • Paid access through Star Alliance’s official paid lounge entry program
Airline Lounges
If you are a First or Business Class traveller, you may have access to the lounges listed below. Walk-in or pay-at-the-door access is not available at these lounges. For more information, check the airline’s website.
Delta One Lounge – Location: Terminal 3, Airside, across from the main food court area in Delta Sky Way (serves passengers departing from Terminals 2 and 3). Hours: 4:15 AM – 11:30 AM. Showers: Yes (premium showers). Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes (outdoor terrace and quiet areas). Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Delta One passengers • SkyTeam First or Business Class passengers • select Delta SkyMiles Medallion Platinum members • American Express Platinum/Centurion cardholders.
Delta Sky Club (Flagship Lounge) – Location: Terminal 4, Airside, opposite Gate 40, accessed via the shared entrance with the Admirals Club. Hours: 4:30 AM – 1:00 AM. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Delta Sky Club membership • Amex Platinum/Centurion when flying Delta • SkyTeam Elite Plus • Delta One and SkyTeam premium cabin passengers.
American Airlines Flagship Lounge – Location: Terminal 4, Airside, near Gate 40. Hours: 4:30 AM – 1:00 AM. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Flagship First or Business Plus passengers on international flights between the U.S. and Asia, Australia, Europe, Middle East, New Zealand, South America, or transcontinental flights on specific routes (LAX-JFK, JFK-SFO, JFK-SNA, LAX-BOS, LAX-MIA on A321T or Boeing 777-300) • AAdvantage Executive Platinum, Platinum Pro, or oneworld Emerald members on eligible flights.
United Polaris Lounge – Location: Terminal 7, Airside, Satellite Building. Hours: unknown. Showers: Yes (private shower suites). Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes (quiet room). Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: United Polaris Business Class passengers • Star Alliance international First or Business Class passengers.
Air France Lounge – Location: Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT), Airside, Level 5. Hours: Unknown (aligned with Air France flight schedules). Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Air France Flying Blue Gold/Platinum/Club 2000 members • La Premiere and Hippocampe passengers • Business Class passengers of Air France or KLM • SkyTeam Elite Plus members.
Centurion Lounge – Location: Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT), Airside, Level 2. Hours: unknown. Showers: Yes (two shower suites). Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes (rest room available). Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: American Express Platinum or Centurion cardholders • Delta SkyMiles Reserve/Platinum American Express cardholders • Delta SkyMiles Diners Club • Delta SkyMiles TRUST CLUB Platinum/Gold Visa users.
Emirates Lounge – Location: Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT), Airside, Level 6. Hours: Unknown (aligned with Emirates flight schedules). Showers: Yes (spa-like showers). Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Emirates First or Business Class passengers • Skywards Platinum or Gold members.
Etihad Airways First & Business Class Lounge – Location: Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT), Airside, Level 5. Hours: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM (aligned with Etihad flight schedules). Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Etihad First or Business Class passengers • Etihad Guest Platinum or Gold members.
KAL Lounge (Korean Air) – Location: Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT), Airside, Level 5. Hours: Unknown (aligned with Korean Air flight schedules). Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Korean Air First or Business Class passengers • KAL Lounge members • SkyTeam Elite Plus members.
Oneworld International Business Lounge – Location: Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT), Airside, Level 5. Hours: Unknown. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: oneworld First or Business Class passengers • oneworld Emerald or Sapphire members.
Qantas First Class Lounge – Location: Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT), Airside, Level 5. Hours: Unknown. Showers: Yes (spa-like showers). Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Qantas First Class passengers • Qantas Platinum or Platinum One members • oneworld Emerald members.
Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse – Location: Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT), Airside, Level 6, near Virgin Atlantic departure gates. Hours: unknown (aligned with Virgin Atlantic flight schedules). Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Virgin Atlantic Upper Class passengers • Flying Club Gold members • eligible SkyTeam or partner airline passengers • Lounge membership programs • Select lounge program cardholders and credit card partnerships, often with an additional fee.
Military Lounge
USO Lounge – The lounge includes snacks and drinks, nap rooms, showers, internet cafe, a family room, a library, a TV lounge, and an outdoor patio. Location: Ground floor of the historic LAX Theme Building on Center Way, between Terminals 1 and 2. Hours: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM. Showers: Yes. Dedicated Rest Zone: Yes. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Active U.S. military personnel and their dependents, active reserves and retirees with a valid DOD Identification Card. Free access, no walk-in or paid access for non-military.
Drinking Water
Free water refill stations are available at select locations:
Airside:
- TBIT – near Gates 131 and 150
- Terminal 1 – near Gate 13
- Terminal 3 – near Gate 31
- Terminal 5 – near Gate 52
- Terminal 7 – near Gate 71B
Landside:
- TBIT – Arrivals Level (Level 1)
- Terminal 4 – Arrivals Level (Level 0)
Food & Drinks
There are a few 24-hour food options: BUILT Custom Burgers (Terminal 2 – Departures) • Pick Up Stix (Terminal 2 – Departures) • Randy’s Hilltop (Terminal 7). Vending machines for last-minute snacks and hydration.
Luggage Storage & Icons
There is no luggage storage service available. Left-luggage facilities are not offered due to security restrictions.
Mobile Charging
Charging options are widely available throughout all terminals, including power outlets beneath gate seating, workstations, and stand-alone charging stations. Availability varies by area and can be limited during busy periods.
Showers
Public showers are not available. Showers are offered only inside select airport lounges, and access may require a lounge membership, day pass, or eligible airline ticket.
Known lounge locations with showers include:
- KAL Lounge – TBIT, Level 5
- American Airlines Admirals Club – Terminal 4 (near Gate 40)
- American Airlines Admirals Club – Terminal 5 (near Gate 52)
- Centurion Lounge – TBIT, Level 2
- Delta Sky Club – Terminal 3 (near Gate 31)
- USO Lounge – TBIT, Level 1 (military and families only)
See “Airport Lounges” above.
WiFi / Internet
Free, unlimited WiFi is available. Connect to “LAX Free WiFi.” A paid high-speed option from Boingo is also offered ($7.95 / 24 hours).
Security & Safety
Airport staff generally seem to tolerate overnight sleepers as long as you understand the security checkpoint hours, which means you may have to stay in the landside zones. LAX is generally safe with 24/7 police and security presence; minor theft risks have been reported landside in TBIT (Level 1, Arrivals).
A few travellers have reported seeing homeless people wandering the landside areas at night.
Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. Know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
Pro-tip: If you sleep in the public zone, don’t be surprised if you receive an early morning wake-up call. Security is known to make the rounds, waking people up as travellers arrive for morning flights.
More Airport Information
ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available throughout the terminals. Fees may apply, so check with your bank before travelling internationally.
Baby Care Facilities – Nursing rooms and baby care facilities are available in all terminals, providing a private space for feeding and changing.
Cots – see “Cots” above.
Currency Exchange – International Currency Exchange (ICE) booths operate in several terminals. Availability and hours vary by location.
Drinking Water – see “Drinking Water” above.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Duty-free shopping is available in most terminals, along with a wide selection of retail stores, gift shops, and newsstands.
Food & Drinks -see “Food & Drinks” above.
Hotels – see “Airport Hotels” above.
Information Desk – Airport volunteers staff information booths in each terminal’s Arrivals area during daytime and evening hours. Look for volunteers in red jackets for help with directions, terminal maps, and general assistance.
Lounges – see “Airport Lounges” above.
Luggage
- Luggage Storage – see “Luggage Storage & Lockers” above.
- Luggage Carts – Luggage carts are available throughout the terminals for a fee.
Medical Services
- Defibrillators – Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are located throughout the terminals.
- Medical Services – A first aid office operates in the Tom Bradley International Terminal during limited daytime hours. When closed, passengers can request medical assistance using nearby phones.
Mobile Charging – see “Mobile Charging” above.
Pets
- LAX PUPS – Los Angeles International Airport hosts the LAX PUPS therapy-dog program, where trained dogs and volunteer handlers help reduce traveller stress.
- Pet Relief Area – Airside pet relief areas are available in most terminals, with additional outdoor relief areas located outside select terminals.
Rest Zones – see “Rest & Relaxation Zones” above.
Shoeshine – Shoeshine services are available in select terminals.
Showers – see “Showers” above.
SIM Cards – International and Domestic SIM cards can be purchased in one of the many ICE Currency Exchange Booths. Locations: Airside, Departure Level, Terminal 2, 4, 6, 7, TBIT • Arrivals and Ticketing Levels of TBIT.
Smoking – Smoking is permitted only outside terminal buildings, in designated areas.
Spa – Spa services, including massages and manicures, are available in select terminals.
WiFi – see “Airport WiFi / Internet” above.
Related Pages: Things to do on a layover at Los Angeles Airport
Automatic People Mover
Coming in 2026
Buses
The LAX FlyAway is a popular scheduled non-stop bus service between all LAX terminals and Van Nuys and Union Station. Buses are marked according to route, and no reservation is required. As of this update, one-way fare starts at $9.75 per person (up to two children under five years old may travel for free per paying adult).
Several companies operate services between LAX and other parts of Los Angeles. Passengers should contact the companies for information beforehand. These scheduled buses are available on the lower/arrival level islands in front of each terminal.
Car Rentals
The following rental car companies operate off-site: Alamo • Avis • Budget • Dollar • Enterprise • Fox • Hertz • National • Payless • Sixt • Thrifty • Zipcar. Location: look for the purple “Rental Car Shuttles” sign on the Lower/Arrivals Level islands outside baggage claim.
Hotel & Parking Lot Shuttles
Many area hotels and private airport parking lots provide courtesy airport shuttle service: Aloft El Segundo – Los Angeles Airport • Courtyard Los Angeles LAX/Century Boulevard • Courtyard Los Angeles LAX/El Segundo • Embassy Suites by Hilton LAX North • Fairfield Inn & Suites Los Angeles LAX / El Segundo • Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport • H Hotel Los Angeles, Curio Collection by Hilton • Hilton Los Angeles Airport • Hilton Garden Inn LAX/El Segundo • Holiday Inn Express Los Angeles-LAX Airport • Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport • Los Angeles Airport Marriott • Renaissance Los Angeles Airport Hotel • Residence Inn by Marriott Los Angeles LAX / Century Blvd • Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles • Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX • Sonesta Select Los Angeles LAX El Segundo • Travelodge Hotel at LAX • The Westin Los Angeles Airport
These buses operate from an area in front of each terminal on the Upper/Departures Level, marked by a red overhead sign that says “Hotel & Parking Lot Shuttle.”
See also Airport Hotels above.
Inter-Terminal Shuttle
LAX Airport offers a free shuttle service that operates throughout the airport grounds. These shuttles can be picked up in front of each terminal on the Lower/Arrivals Level, in a designated area marked by an overhead blue sign that reads “LAX Shuttle & Airline Connections.”
LAX-it Shuttle
Taxis and rideshares (Lyft, Opoli, Uber, etc) now depart from LAX-it, adjacent to Terminal 1. A free shuttle departs each terminal from the Lower/Arrivals Level. Shuttles are equipped with WiFi, so you can connect with your ride while en route. Walking times are 3-8 minutes from Terminals 1, 2, 7 and 8 and 11-19 minutes from Terminals 3, 4, 5, 6 and TBIT.
Public Transportation
Free shuttle buses connect the airport with the Metro C Line at Aviation Station (4:00 AM – 1:00 AM) and LAX City Bus Center (4:00 AM – 2:00 AM). You can connect to the Metro C (Green Line) at the Metro C Line. At the Lot South/LAX City Bus Center, you can connect to L.A. Metro, Culver City Bus Lines, Santa Monica Big Blue Bus, Torrance Transit and Beach Cities Transit. For more information, visit the Los Angeles Airport website.
Ride Apps
Lyft, Opoli, and Uber are authorized to pick up passengers from LAX. The pick-up location is the LAX-it lot, next to Terminal 1. A ride to Downtown Los Angeles will cost you approximately $80.
Shuttles
Shared ride vans pick up passengers in front of each terminal on the Lower/Arrivals Level in an area marked by an overhead orange sign that says “Shared Ride Vans.” Prime Time Shuttle and SuperShuttle operate shared ride service to LAX and provide door-to-door service in all southern California counties.
Taxis
Taxis can be picked up in three locations: Terminal 1, LAX-it Area • Between Terminal 3 and TBIT, Parking 3 • Terminal 7, outside Baggage Claim. Passengers can reach the LAX-it Area in Terminal 1 by walking or taking a free shuttle from the Green LAX-it signs in front of each terminal on the Lower/Arrivals Level islands. Authorized taxis display the official seal of the City of Los Angeles Department of Transportation and are the only taxis allowed to service LAX.
Last updated: 2026-01-09
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