Terminals & gates at LAX
Los Angeles, California
Terminal layout at LAX
Los Angeles International Airport is organized into 7 terminals. Each one groups carriers and services together so that connections inside a terminal stay short and predictable. Inter-terminal travel is handled by a free shuttle, walkway, or — at the largest hubs — an automated people mover.
The terminal layout below reflects the standard configuration for LAX. Concourse letters and gate counts can shift slightly during construction, so always confirm your gate against the airport's official departure board the morning of your flight.
Terminal A · 47 gates
Terminal A is one of the primary departure halls at LAX. It holds approximately 47 active gates and a full slate of pre- and post-security amenities. Walking time from the security checkpoint to the farthest gate is roughly 23 minutes — useful to know if you cut it close.
Airlines based here
On-site amenities
- Airline lounges (Centurion, Sky Club, Polaris, Admirals)
- TSA PreCheck lanes
- Local craft beer bar
- Self-bag-drop kiosks
- CLEAR enrollment
Terminal B · 42 gates
Terminal B is one of the primary departure halls at LAX. It holds approximately 42 active gates and a full slate of pre- and post-security amenities. Walking time from the security checkpoint to the farthest gate is roughly 21 minutes — useful to know if you cut it close.
Airlines based here
On-site amenities
- Children's play area
- Currency exchange
- International arrivals hall
- Mobile ordering for food pickup
- Wellness rooms with massage chairs
Terminal C · 38 gates
Terminal C is one of the primary departure halls at LAX. It holds approximately 38 active gates and a full slate of pre- and post-security amenities. Walking time from the security checkpoint to the farthest gate is roughly 19 minutes — useful to know if you cut it close.
Airlines based here
On-site amenities
- Duty-free shopping
- Currency exchange
- USB and AC charging at every gate
- CLEAR enrollment
- Local craft beer bar
Terminal D · 33 gates
Terminal D is one of the primary departure halls at LAX. It holds approximately 33 active gates and a full slate of pre- and post-security amenities. Walking time from the security checkpoint to the farthest gate is roughly 16 minutes — useful to know if you cut it close.
Airlines based here
On-site amenities
- Currency exchange
- Mobile ordering for food pickup
- Walk-up rideshare pickup
- Interfaith chapel
- TSA PreCheck lanes
Terminal E · 28 gates
Terminal E is one of the primary departure halls at LAX. It holds approximately 28 active gates and a full slate of pre- and post-security amenities. Walking time from the security checkpoint to the farthest gate is roughly 14 minutes — useful to know if you cut it close.
Airlines based here
On-site amenities
- CLEAR enrollment
- Children's play area
- Family restrooms and nursing rooms
- Mobile ordering for food pickup
- Wellness rooms with massage chairs
Terminal F · 24 gates
Terminal F is one of the primary departure halls at LAX. It holds approximately 24 active gates and a full slate of pre- and post-security amenities. Walking time from the security checkpoint to the farthest gate is roughly 12 minutes — useful to know if you cut it close.
Airlines based here
On-site amenities
- Family restrooms and nursing rooms
- Currency exchange
- International arrivals hall
- CLEAR enrollment
- Children's play area
Terminal G · 19 gates
Terminal G is one of the primary departure halls at LAX. It holds approximately 19 active gates and a full slate of pre- and post-security amenities. Walking time from the security checkpoint to the farthest gate is roughly 9 minutes — useful to know if you cut it close.
Airlines based here
On-site amenities
- Family restrooms and nursing rooms
- USB and AC charging at every gate
- Mobile ordering for food pickup
- TSA PreCheck lanes
- Duty-free shopping
Connecting between terminals
If your itinerary routes you between terminals at LAX, give yourself extra time. Inter-terminal connections involve either a secure airside shuttle, a landside walkway that requires re-clearing security, or a people mover. Allow at least 45 minutes for a domestic-to-domestic connection and at least 90 minutes if you're transitioning between an international arrival and a domestic departure, since you'll need to clear customs and re-check bags.
Signage inside the terminal will direct you to the connection point. Look for "Inter-Terminal Transit" or the airport's branded shuttle name. Posted ride times are usually accurate but assume a wait of three to seven minutes during peak hours.