Los Angeles Airport (LAX) Terminals
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is one of the busiest airports in the world, serving millions of passengers annually. The airport is divided into 9 passenger terminals (Terminals 1-8 and Tom Bradley International Terminal), each serving specific airlines for both domestic and international flights. Understanding which terminal your airline uses can help ensure a smoother travel experience. LAX airport was designed in U shape called a "horseshoe" and got nine passenger terminals. Terminals 5, 6, 7, and 8 are all attached airside via an underground tunnel between Terminals 5 and 6 and above-ground walkways between Terminals 6, 7, and 8.that allow connecting travelers to access other terminals without having to re-clear through security.
LAX is undergoing an amazing renovations, so please plan ahead and leave early. In May 2017 Delta (previously used terminal 5) moved the operation to Terminals 2 and 3, and other airlines such as Avianca, Hainan and Qatar moved to different terminals like Tom Bradley International, Terminal 5 and Terminal 6. Before you fly make sure to check out terminal assignments and you know what terminal you will be leaving from.
LAX Terminal Map
Here's a breakdown of LAX terminals by airline:
Terminal 1 is primarily home to Southwest Airlines. If you're flying with Southwest, you'll depart and arrive at this terminal. Occasionally, this terminal might serve a few other domestic airlines.
Terminal 2 serves a mix of international and domestic carriers, including:
Terminal 3 is predominantly used by Delta Air Lines for domestic and some international flights. Recent renovations have linked Terminals 2 and 3, allowing for seamless transfers between Delta flights.
Terminal 4 is dedicated to American Airlines, which operates many domestic flights as well as some international services. It also connects to the Tom Bradley International Terminal for passengers flying internationally with American Airlines.
Like Terminal 4, American Airlines uses Terminal 5 for domestic flights, along with:
Terminal 6 serves a mix of domestic and international carriers, including:
Terminal 7 is home to United Airlines, which operates most of its domestic and international flights from this terminal. It also provides convenient access to Terminal 8 for additional United flights.
Terminal 8 is an extension of Terminal 7 and is exclusively used by United Airlines for additional domestic flights.
The Tom Bradley International Terminal, also known as TBIT, is where the majority of international flights operate. Several global airlines operate from this terminal, including:
If you are flying internationally, TBIT is likely your terminal. It is also connected to Terminals 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8, providing easy transfer options for passengers with connecting flights.
LAX Parking Map
