Los Angeles International
LocationThe airport is situated 15 miles (24km) southwest of Los
Angeles. Time DifferenceGMT -6 (GMT -5 from the second Sunday in March to
the first Sunday in November). ContactsTel: +1 310 646 5252. Transfer to the CityA free shuttle bus service runs to the Metro Rail
Green Line Aviation Station from the lower level of each terminal.
Another shuttle connects to the Bus Center, from where city buses
serve the Los Angeles area. Prime Time Shuttle and Super Shuttle
are both shared-ride van services; reservations are recommended.
Some hotels also offer transport. There are taxis available outside
the lower level of the airport and it costs about US$30 to the city
centre, about 15miles (24km) away. Car rental is available and
there is a free shuttle pick-up to reach the rental car
sites. FacilitiesPassenger services at the airport include ATMs
and currency exchange, a business centre, baggage storage, shops,
restaurants and bars. Internet kiosks are located throughout the
airport as well as wireless Internet and the Travel Right Cafe in
Terminal 4 has laptop connections. Cell phones can be rented in
Arrivals. Facilities for the disabled are
excellent. Car ParkingThere are eight central car parks offering long and
short-term parking that are connected to the terminals by the LAX
shuttle bus. There is also a Cell Phone Waiting Lot. Departure TaxThere is a passenger facility charge of
$4.50. Websitewww.lawa.org