LAX is very easy to navigate which is a huge plus, but various parts of the airport are in…read moredifferent stages of construction and it can feel like an annoyance. Also, quick side note Terminal B is also Terminal 4. This can create confusion at times if your boarding pass says Terminal B and it does not show on the LAX maps online. Why this is, I do not know, but it's a thing. There are also wide disparities in amenities at certain terminals and gates compared to others. For example, if you happen to find yourself in the vary isolated area of gates 45- 48 in Terminal 4, the only places to grab food are a market or a hotdog vendor, so you may want to venture all the way to the main terminal to grab food. Speaking of grabbing food, no matter where you eat at LAX, be prepared to throw down at least $40 per person. This is at the casual eateries, not even the sit down restaurants. The restroom facilities are fine and are in various stages of improvement, but there could be more restrooms spread throughout to alleviate some of the lines. The car rental situation at LAX is also easy to navigate which is another plus and is very fast. Overall, LAX is pretty good considering how busy it is, but high prices at eateries and pockets of construction make it slightly annoying. It doesn't come close to the calm and elevation of say a Changi or Doha, but it works with what it's got. Terminal 4 is about as close to nice as it gets, but for a Global Alpha City like LA, the airport still has a long way to go to bring it to where is should be.

In California, you wouldn't expect a public space like LAX to feel this extreme when it comes to…read morepricing. The cost of food and drinks here is shockingly high--enough to make you wonder if you accidentally walked into Dodger stadium instead of an airport. Arriving hungry with a family can quickly turn into sticker shock, and you'll find yourself questioning whether your credit limit is going to be enough to cover a simple meal. To put it in perspective, chips and salsa run about $16.85, and even guacamole is an extra $3.00 on top of that. A Monster energy drink that's normally around $3.89 at an ARCO can be nearly $8 here. It's hard not to notice how inflated everything feels. Some may argue airport pricing is always higher, but other airports like SLC or MSP don't seem to take it to this level. Even compared to places like Las Vegas, LAX feels especially aggressive. Unless you have no other option, consider eating before you arrive--or flying first class, where at least the dining experience might feel more reasonable than the concessions at LAX. You'd think organized crime was in charge at this airport but I don't even think the mob would inflate prices this much.

Stopped by here on Saturday, 01/17/26 (flying to Singapore via Singapore Airlines, direct flight!…read moreand arrived back here on 02/02/26 (also via Singapore Airlines). The airport is not as great when comparing to Changi Airport in Singapore, but it's clean (at least cleanlier and more modern-looking than the domestic airline buildings in LAX.

I was flying in from Omaha, but still ended up over here due to the size of the plane…read more It was my first time deboarding and then taking a bus to the main terminals. It was an interesting process, and kind of neat to be SO close to a plane on the runway. I would just advise getting to the airport even earlier than normal because you can be stuck on the runway for a while.

My favorite airport! Flying in and out of here is always a breeze. The whole place has such a…read morerelaxed, chill vibe, and I've never had issues with TSA or long security lines. There are plenty of great food and drink options, from quick grab-and-go spots to more upscale sit down restaurants. Lots of new restaurants coming soon as well. One of my favorite touches is the live music. There's usually a guitarist/singer performing in a designated area, which adds to the laid-back atmosphere. It's not random, it feels intentional and professional. The bathrooms are also super clean and thoughtfully designed, with red/green lights above each stall so you can easily see what's available without checking doors. They even have a public piano, and I've heard some incredibly talented travelers play while waiting for their flights.

I flew into John Wayne Airport (SNA) during my most recent trip to California. I was staying in…read moreNewport Beach for a few days and it was only natural to try and find a flight that landed here. The location of SNA is ideal if you're staying in the OC - the only other options in the area are SAN and LAX which are both over an hour drive away in either direction. The airport isn't large, but large enough to have several routes passing through it. The aesthetics are fine - not the most modern airport I've been to, and they seem to have a good amount of shops and eateries relative to their size. The rental car counters are super close to the terminal - I can't remember the last time I walked to one from baggage claim. My only real issue with SNA is that because of its size, you will likely be limited in routes. Flying from JFK to SNA was fine, but coming home my only options were connecting flights or a red eye. Neither were ideal, so I planned my itinerary accordingly to fly out of another airport. Overall, SNA is good for what it is, and a great option if you're visiting the Orange County area.

This airport is small. Mentioned most of how it's small in my previous review. And it still feels a…read morelittle trippy every time you board and then get off your flight and have to take the steps down to the tarmac, But, having used this airport to fly in and out of for a couple of months for work just made me appreciate how easy to get through this airport is. Sure there's not a lot of frills inside the terminals. But when you had to frequently fly for work you don't really care about that stuff. You really just care about the convenience and logistics. And for that, my experience recently has been fantastic with this airport.

Burbank Airport looks old and is badly overdue for an upgrade. However, we like this airport for…read moreconvenience, and it seems much easier and less stressful than LAX. We flew into BUR during memorial day weekend to visit my sister and her hubs. Some of the nice features: 1. You actually get to deplane in the open air, and not in the typical enclosed and claustrophobic skybridge tunnel. Similarly, baggage claim is open air. 2. The Southwest terminal is pretty small, but they have restrooms spread out everywhere which is super convenient. 3. Dining options are limited. For take-out upon departing BUR, Lunch Box has a large menu of options. They at least have a Starbucks, BBQ, and sandwich places. 4. I like how the rental car center is walkable from the airport, and they have several moving walkways and escalator to speed up the journey. LAX will always be bigger and more glamorous, but when traveling to the LA area, BUR is far less stressful and easier to get in and out. Its also closer to Studio City/Universal Studios where we were staying.

ONT is a world apart from the mess that is LAX. It is much less hassle to park (ample open air…read moreparking lots and valet parking available), check in, check bags, and board your plane than LAX. Services are good with lots of food and bars as well as a private lounge. Mostly, domestic flights, though they do have an international terminal for some flights to Asia and Mexico. For arrivals, less crowded, and orderly baggage claim areas. Curbside pickup, Uber pickup, and hotel shuttle pickup is pretty quick. Parking lots are mostly within walking distance and are well lit. The only downside is that some destinations are more costly than flying out of LAX but you save on the driving/Uber time in traffic.

I don't fly frequently but if I'm going to fly, I'd much rather leave from here than do the trek to…read moreLAX. I remember the days when it used to be super expensive to fly out of ONT in comparison to LAX. Thankful it's no longer as outrageous. First, this airport is 10 minutes from my house. There is NOTHING 10 minutes from LAX but traffic. For an early morning flights, I can leave my house 30 minutes before boarding time and get there and through TSA with time to give. Flying is already one of the worst ways to me to spend a day so being able to fly out of Ontario makes it a little bit more manageable. I usually fly Southwest or United so I only go to those terminals. Every once in a while, I'll fly out American. So far all the terminals that I use are pretty easy to get in and get out. Sometimes, in the evening, if someone is picking you up, it can take a while to get through but again in comparison to LA, it is a breeze. I love LA and I do a lot in LA but I would rather fly out of Ontario.

What a cool Airport Day never been our family friend told us about it so my family and I decided to…read morego for a bit even though it was very hot out wanted to get out for a little bit and see something new. Always knew they had this but never been, so happy we went today. They have planes, helicopters, police cars and trucks, so many cool planes to check out. You can take photos in some of them which is really cool. It was sort of busy and hot so we didn't wait in the lines to do that but. They also have vendors giving out free things, they have an area in the back with the older planes they sell toys and things they also have a food truck. Baby girl got a free Outter pop so nice of them thank you so much, everyone was so friendly and had smiles even though it was hot. Great place to go for a bit bring kids your family and friends. Loved it would def go again, thank you so much for the wonderful experience and seeing all the beautiful planes and aircrafts. Loved it we had a great time. They also have a cafe inside which I still need to try one of these days :) I would recommend checking this place out if you haven't already it's fun for everyone and perfect place to take pictures. We had an amazing time thank you so much for welcoming us. Have a beautiful day, be kind to everyone :) Aloha

Every 2nd Sunday of the month - antique air display. Open to the public fur a few hours to walk on…read morethe tarmac and talk to the fine Civil Air Patrol folks about the planes and the work of the Fullerton Airport.

Used delta from OGG to LAX…read more No problems leaving the airplane , then heading to baggage claim. Last, walked out for the van nuys flyaway. Smooth sailing.

I was traveling to Hawaii and LAX was one of my only options, typically try to fly out of Burbank…read more But I have to say, LAX has really made huge improvements, I was surprised. I had not flown in or out of LAX for years. Inside was very clean, lots of new shopping experiences, food, etc. the line to check in to our gate was short and moved fast, the security line was also very quick. Could have been we were there at 6am, but either way a much better experience than my previous ones. Traffic getting too and leaving LAX is still a bear and why I am leaving this as 4 stars. It is such a pain driving there and driving back, the round about can be difficult as well, but it is mainly the freeways that are the headache. Overall, very happy with my recent experience at LAX and I would consider traveling through there again when I have to, but the traffic still does not make it my first choice, although they have made tons of great improvements to LAX overall. Enjoy!

I've flown into the Long Beach Airport - LGB in California [4100 E Donald Douglas Dr] on Wednesday,…read more05/13/26, in the afternoon. The airline that I proceeded with was Southwest Airlines. I utilized this airport because I had a México cruise trip scheduled with Carnival Cruise Lines. Upon arrival, this airport felt unique compared to most airports. Instead of the traditional method of exiting the plane by walking on a jet bridge, passengers had to walk down portable stairs onto the tarmac (paved surface on the airport runway). Then, there was a designated walkway to get inside the airport to pick up luggage from the baggage claim area/carousel. I absolutely adored the gorgeous, open-air conceptual design of the airport. I was met with the fresh Southern California breeze, a plethora of palm trees, and beautiful sunshine from the sky. I also appreciated that this airport was considerably less crowded with individuals. The ease of navigation within the smaller building made a difference in getting in and out. All in all, the entire environment was picturesque, calm, and relaxing. There were a couple of eateries and a convenience store available for the general public. Since I was in the South Concourse, these options included Boathouse on the Bay, Sheldrake Coffee Roasting & Sweet Jill's Bakery, and Travel@Ease Gifts and News. I finally came back to the Long Beach Airport on Tuesday, 05/19/26, around 10:30 AM to travel home. The line with Southwest Airlines was a tad long to drop off luggage. However, the TSA line was very swift at getting people through. I will be flying to and from this airport moving forward anytime I need to travel to the Southern California region.

Small but ample airport…read more Boarding and off boarding is efficient. Nice weather most of the time. Restaurants are good and expensive. Yet quick meal is ok. Often there are delays. But nice area to sit at for the wait. My favorite airport to transit this far. Not too large that it's overwhelming or too much to walk.

I know people love to hate on LAX but honestly.. I've never had any trouble flying in/out of there…read more(hopefully no jinxing for 2026). On our last flight from LAX to JFK, we had a 12am flight and traveling with our 3mo old puppy and everything was easy breezy. We got to our parking (cheap) reservation on time, didn't wait too long for the shuttle and the agents for JetBlue were so helpful AND loved my puppy, made our night by taking pictures of/with him. There were lots of (clean) restrooms, quiet area, unfortunately all the restaurants were closed but otherwise, no problem flying out from LAX at all

Mixed thoughts about LAX T5. It's an easy to get thru if you're in gates 50 and above. And even…read moreeasier if you have TSA pre check. Never a terribly long line. When I know I'm flying out of this terminal, I don't think about getting to the airport early. Whereas if it was another terminal I absolutely would. Staff generally are annoyed but not as bad as JFK. They ain't winning awards for customer service but they do explain things pretty well. This time around I flew out of gate 52D. If you're in any of the 52 gates other than A or B, know that you need to get to the 52 gate and then you'll have to chat with a gate agent, scan your boarding pass, then take another bus to your gate. Thats how big LAX is. You need to jump on another 5 minute shuttle ride to get to your gate. The 52 gates aren't world class. It's pretty old. Probably just neglected since most of the flights here are regional / short distance flights. There's flights to Seattle, Bay Area, etc from here. Overall verdict - you could certainly do worse. But for how big it is, I think it's a pretty well oiled machine. And that in of itself earns a 3 star from me.

I have layovers here often so I cannot speak to security here. There are plenty of restaurants to…read moreand 3 bars to choose from. All clean and speedy. I took a star away simply for the bathrooms. Absolutely horrible- you can't tell if they are empty or not creating long lines for no reason. And they are divided so you are constantly going back and forth looking under the stalls to see if empty or not. Gate 9 is a hidden gem. Quiet, plenty of seating and chargers. And of course the sound/light walkway is very cool.

LAX is so annoying ... the plugs in this airport never work and I mean never ! The entire food…read morecourt full of chargers that's don't work. I travel here almost monthly and it's not only an inconvenient airport in terms of gait changes and constant rescheduling, but they don't even provide a way for you to charge your phones while you're waiting. The food is subpar at all the restaurants, TSA is always slow and bathrooms are always unkept. Once they started their construction things were even worse especially if you were on an international flight. What can I say positive about Lax.... give me a min I'm searching