Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

International arrivals clear US Customs and Border Protection, then baggage, then customs.

• ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa must be arranged before departure.
• Ride-hailing and taxi pickups use designated areas rather than the terminal kerb — follow the signage.
• Terminal-to-terminal walking is possible for some terminals; free shuttle buses cover the rest.

• 火车

  Metro rail connection

  An automated people mover and metro connections link LAX with the regional rail network; check current service status before relying on it.

• 巴士

  FlyAway and shuttles

  Nonstop bus services connect LAX with Union Station and other points; shared shuttles serve hotels.

• 出租车

  Taxis

  Licensed taxis operate from designated pickup areas.

  Traffic dominates journey times far more than distance.

• 网约车

  Ride-hailing

  Uber and Lyft pick up from a designated ride-share area reached by shuttle — allow extra time.

• 租车

  Rental cars

  Rental companies operate from a consolidated facility reached by shuttle; a car is genuinely useful in Los Angeles.

Los Angeles is spread out — check the drive time to your specific neighbourhood, not just 'the city'.

Connections may require leaving and re-entering security, especially between TBIT and domestic terminals.

• International arrivals must clear immigration and customs before any onward domestic flight.
• Allow generous time; LAX transfers involve significant walking or shuttle rides.

Free Wi-Fi is available in the passenger terminals.

• Connect to the airport's public network and follow the sign-in page.
• Treat public airport Wi-Fi as untrusted — avoid banking and account logins.
• An eSIM activated before you fly means you are online the moment you land, without hunting for a network.

Cards are accepted almost everywhere; carry small cash for tips.

• ATMs are available across the terminals.
• Tipping is customary — commonly 15-20%.
• Displayed prices exclude sales tax.

Extensive dining airside in most terminals, including well-regarded local operators in TBIT.

• Landside options are limited.

Airline lounges and pay-per-use lounges operate in several terminals including TBIT.

• Confirm your lounge is in your departure terminal.

A large hotel cluster sits immediately around the airport with shuttle services.

• Useful given LA traffic before an early flight.

Baggage storage services operate near the airport.

• Report delayed or damaged bags to your airline before leaving baggage claim.
• Use TSA-recognised locks on checked bags.

Nursing rooms and family restrooms are available.

• Request accessibility assistance through your airline in advance.

• Charging points
• Pharmacies
• Prayer room
• Information desks
• Pet relief areas
• SIM / mobile shops

当地紧急电话: 911

• Airport police and paramedics operate at LAX.
• Report a lost passport to police and contact your consulate.

• 检查您的护照有效期以及所需的任何签证、ETA或入境申报。
• 提前一天确认登机牌上的出发航站楼。
• 激活旅行 eSIM，确保落地后立即上网。
• 下载离线地图，并截图保存酒店地址和预订号。
• 告知银行您将旅行，并备用一张支付卡。
• 在手机中保存当地紧急电话和您使馆的联系方式。
• 拍摄护照照片，并将副本存储在可离线访问的地方。
• 检查您目的地的行李限额和任何违禁物品。

机场运营情况会发生变化。旅行前务必通过以下官方来源确认航站楼、票价和时刻表。

• LAX official site机场官方来源
• CBP — Travel政府来源
• CBP — Travel and customs allowances政府来源
• LA Metro rail and bus官方交通来源
• LAX FlyAway bus官方交通来源
• 911.gov政府来源