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Los Angeles, CA (LAX)

Los Angeles International Airport

Things to know before you go

Terminal Location Domestic Departures and Arrivals: 
Terminal 1
International Departures: 
Terminal 1
International Arrivals: 
Terminal B
Recommended Arrival Time Domestic Flights
Gates 12-18:
2 hours prior to departure
Gates 100-235*:
3 hours prior to departure

International Flights
Gates 12-18:
3 hours prior to departure
Gates 100-235*:
4 hours prior to departure

*Gates 100-235 can be accessed via shuttle bus after clearing security in Terminal 1.
Ticket Counter Hours 4:00am - 4:00pm
6:00pm - 11:30pm

TSA Security Checkpoint

3:10am - 11:30pm

Baggage Service Office Central Baggage Services:
1-866-538-5438
Unaccompanied Minors Drop-off Location for Domestic and International Flights: 
Ticket Counter in Terminal 1
Pick-up Location for Domestic Flights: 
Baggage Service Office in Terminal 1. Check for gate pass availability at ticket counter.
Pick-up Location for International Flights: 
Departures Level in Terminal B. Gate passes unavailable.
Skycap/Curbside

No/No

Cashless Lobby

Yes

Cash is not accepted

Self-Service Kiosk Yes
Priority Security No
Jetbridge Access

Yes

 

LAX Airport Website

LAX Airport Website

Official website of Los Angeles International Airport.
LAX Airport Website
LAX Terminal 1 Information

LAX Terminal 1 Information

Airport-specific screening and security information.
LAX Terminal 1 Information
LAX Accessibility Assistance

LAX Accessibility Assistance

Wheelchairs, TTY phones, and more.
LAX Accessibility Assistance
LAX Pets & Service Animals

LAX Pets & Service Animals

Traveling with animals.
LAX Pets & Service Animals

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