Los Angeles, United States
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
A U-shaped airport — 9 terminals (1–8 plus Tom Bradley International, 'Terminal B') around a two-level central roadway. The upper/lower split is consistent across all terminals except TBIT, which has its own multi-level scheme.
Terminals & airlines
- Terminals 1–8
- Tom Bradley International Terminal (Terminal B)
Before you depart
After you land
- Arrivals and baggage claim are on the lower level at every terminal (except TBIT, which uses Level 1).
Accessibility & special assistance
Contact your airline at least 48 hours before travel to arrange wheelchair or mobility assistance.
- Wheelchair assistance — Request through your airline in advance.
- Accessible restrooms — Available throughout all terminals.
Floor guide
- Terminals 1–8, Upper LevelDepartures — check-in, curbside drop-off
- Terminals 1–8, Lower LevelArrivals — baggage claim, pickup
- TBIT (Terminal B), Level 1Baggage claim, customs
- TBIT (Terminal B), Level 3Check-in
- TBIT (Terminal B), Level 4Security, departures
Ground transport
Taxi vs bus vs rail depends on group size, luggage, and traffic. Always verify prices at official desks or trusted apps.
Taxi
- Taxis can only be picked up at LAX-it, a dedicated pickup lot near Terminal 1 — reached by free shuttle from any terminal's lower level. Taxis and rideshares drop off at the upper/departures level curb directly.
Get a ride with Uber ↗
Opens Uber with pickup set at LAX. Availability, fares, and vehicle types vary by city—check the app for current options.
Bus
- FlyAway non-stop buses to Union Station and Van Nuys depart from the upper/departures level.
Metro / Light Rail
- Free shuttle to the LAX/Metro Transit Center connects to Los Angeles Metro rail and bus lines.
Information is for planning only. Always confirm schedules and fares with the airport and operators before travel.