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Los Angeles, USA

LAX Arrival Alerts

Get a text when their flight lands at Los Angeles LAX.

Get a text when they land at LAX

Airport Code

LAX

Passengers/Year

88 million

Terminals

T1-T8, TBIT

Exit Time

45-90 minutes after landing

About

Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport

LAX is massive, with 9 terminals arranged in a horseshoe. International flights typically use the Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) or adjacent terminals.

Terminal assignments: - TBIT: Most international carriers - Terminal 2: Delta domestic - Terminal 4: American domestic - Terminal 5: Delta domestic - Terminal 6: Mainly domestic - Terminal 7: United domestic - Terminal 8: United international (some)

From landing to exit is 45-90 minutes for international arrivals. TBIT is a long walk from some gates.

LAX traffic is notorious. The new Metro line connects the airport to downtown LA. For car pickups, the LAX-it lot is required for rideshares; meet them there after landing confirmation.

UK flights land in the afternoon/evening LA time (8+ hour flight from London).

Pickup tip

LAX-it lot required for rideshare pickup. Terminals are spread in a loop.

How it works

Track LAX arrivals.

1

Enter the flight number

Type the flight number for the arrival to LAX.

2

Add your phone number

Enter the mobile number where you want to receive the alert.

3

Get a text when they land

We track the flight and text you when they touch down at Los Angeles International Airport.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions.

How do I know when a flight lands at LAX?

Enter the flight number into SkyText. You'll receive a text when the flight lands.

Why is LAX so slow after landing?

Large airport with long walks and customs queues. Budget 45-90 minutes for international arrivals.

How do I pick someone up at LAX?

Use the LAX-it lot for rideshares, or short term parking at the relevant terminal.

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Tom Walsh
Tom Walsh

Founder, SkyText

Aviation lover who built SkyText because families deserve to know when someone lands safely. Has tracked more flights than he'd like to admit.