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    2.7 (206 reviews)
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    Maruko X.

    The LAX Terminal 6 primarily serves Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, and Alaska Lounge is also located in this terminal. The terminal is relatively new overall, although lack of maintenance, such as broken restrooms, and I don't quite like the food options here.

    Terry K.

    4th Star for it's continued efforts of improvement. Here is my story: I've been in and out of Terminal 6 numerous times. But at the present time, Terminal 6 is my "so called Hub" for my domestic travels. Terminal 6 is the home for Hawaiian and Alaska (airlines I frequent) followed by American to the left (Terminal 4 and 5) and United to the left (Terminal 6 and 8). Both American and United are carriers who take me East across the continent. The PROS 1. updated and current eateries 2. IF you have connecting flights, underground tunnels taking you to Terminals 5 and Terminal 7) so no need to deal with TSA once you are in Terminal 6 3. IF you have connecting flights, departure level corridors which take you to Terminals 5 or 7 also without having to check in with TSA again 4. Clean 5. Wifi charging ports available 6. Duty Free Shops inside terminal 6 The CONS 1. TSA, Clear, Global all need improvements in system and procedure 2. Baggage Claim area in Terminal 6 sometimes flow over to Terminal 5 Baggage Claim Carousels 3. Arrival and Departure Monitors need some work (been there regularly and each time, monitors down) But, a necessity if you're on Alaska or Hawaiian and a few other carriers Safe travels!

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    Jenny C.

    Like many others, I try to avoid LAX whenever possible--but sometimes it's just unavoidable b/c LAX offers the most flight options at better price points. That said, when I do have to fly out of here (even for domestic flights), I make it a point to arrive 2-3 hours early. The unpredictability traffic, or parking availability and TSA line lengths is enough to make me anxious, and giving myself extra time just for peace of mind. Not much to add that hasn't already been said: the drop off/departure traffic is a nightmare all the time but worse during holiday season, and signage still somehow manages to be both overwhelming and unclear. And, I always somehow water filling stations until it's too late. But planning ahead and getting here A TAD early, I was able to grab one hour playing video games at Game Way lounge and later got ice coffee/fries at Habit while people watching. Hahahah

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    Jeremy L.

    9/4/2025 - Upon arrival at the Terminal 6, the check in process is so cool, a friendly staff reissued my boarding pass with my Global Entrance privileges in 2 minutes so that I can proceed to the TSA PRECHK security gates quickly. Yes, I still had to take my belt and shoes off during the security check. Quickly walked to the gate 15 minutes before the boarding will take place. Wish list: This airline App will have the place to enter the Global Entrance number so that I would have to go to the TSA PRECHK area right away without first stopping at the check-in counter!

    Cheryl N.

    It's too cold like 50F I was so sleepy from having only 2 hrs sleep last night but I was unable to sleep, my flight got delayed. It's a small n new terminal. I don't see any eateries either except for a 3rd rate joint, a lousy sandwich for $18! I just took off another star.

    Alvin A.

    Air Canada, Alaska, Horizon and Hawaiian Airlines occupies T6. It recently got a major million dollar modernization to update the terminal creating more space, renovating the counter check-in areas, baggage claims, and concourses. TSA Precheck line went well. Immediately clearing security, you'll find Starbucks which was extremely packed. Don't worry there is also Peet's Coffee as an alternative. Many food options, retail stores and Duty Free before heading to your flight. If on a long layover, T6 has Alaska Airlines Lounge. I'm not quite sure if there is another airport lounge that would welcome AMEX credit card holders.

    Regine S.

    I love LAX and Alaska Airlines On my way to Puerto Vallarta Yay for my vacation Well deserved

    Christopher T.

    I traveled internationally with Alaska and this terminal is easy then the International one 2 terminals down at LAX. I checked in online and got my passport verified and with no checkin, plus preTSA - easy and fast breeze through everything. I got to my gate from drop off outside within 7-10mins easily. The Terminal is not that big but long log hallway. Staff is nice and friendly. And Alaska is great on time and service.

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    Frankie G.

    I received a text before I made it r my gate telling me the Wi-Fi will not be available on this flight. If this wasn't an emergency I would have postponed another couple days. Flying Alaska is not for me and like Spirit I will never fly this airlines again these seats are too tight for anyone over 6' tall. I will not be returning back to California on this airlines. No phone charging smh I regret this flight with Alaska Airlines.

    Mary L.

    Arriving and departing LAX at terminal 6 was very easy, especially for Alaska Airlines flights. If you're departing LAX and coming on the free airport shuttle bus, terminal 6 is towards the very end and it wasn't super crowded or complicated in mid-December/weekdays. If arriving at LAX, public transportation system works very well too. I usually look for the free M bus going to LAX metro transit center bus in the bright pink pole area outside of baggage claim and ground transportation area. It takes me to my $1 bus ride if staying in Torrance. There weren't many people on it when departing LAX. Quick and easy. Terminal 6 has foods/beverages/shops, but their smoothie spot was around $16-$20 per smoothie. Extremely expensive here. You can grab a pizza at California Pizza Kitchen or other restaurants. Salads and sandwiches are roughly $10-$15 each, especially at delis/food markets. It really wasn't crowded this year, at least not in mid-December. No long lines. Terminal 6 turned out pretty good so far, but depending on the day/time, LAX does get the heavy thick layer of fog/mist here.

    Donna B.

    This is the busiest airport in Los Angeles. No matter the time of day there will be traffic. Allow enough time to navigate to gate and to get through TSA.

    Alex K.

    Good thing about this terminal, it's towards the end so leaving is easy. Bad thing, it's toward the end and getting there can be a bitch with traffic. You could cut through the middle as there's a road that leads there. We tend to always fly out of here as it's a main hub for Puerto Vallarta. Recommend self check in and a carry on if you want something simple and easy. TSA pre check wasn't that busy, maybe because it was still pretty easy.

    Quin P.

    Landed in Terminal 6 via Alaska Airlines. Very busy terminal. Clear signage, able to navigate out to the shuttle area to get to the rental car agency.

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    2.5(7.3k reviews)
    0.1 miWestchester

    LAX is embarrasing for our state and country. Terminal 4 is aweful. If you have to go to gate 52…read moreyou need an extra 45 minutes as you have to walk quite a diatance and then take a shuttle to another terminal far away. Tunnel to get there feels like you're going through a basement there's no personality and it's dirty. The only good thing I can say is that this time the staff was friendly and courteous. In times past they were rude and not very welcoming. I have a lot of concerns for LAX during the olympics. I don't think that they're ready, I don't know if they ever will be. Then I ordered a Lyft and I had to wait 15 minutes for a bus to come, it was jam-packed and then I had to go to another lot to get the car. I assume they are doing this to decrease the traffic in the terminals, which I think is a good idea, in theory. They need more buses.

    My long distance girlfriend visits me every month. To make the most of our time, I park in the P1…read morepremium lot next to SWA Terminal 1. Expensive, but worth it! The pre-booked premium entry experience completely eliminated the usual airport arrival anxiety. Driving up to the structure was incredibly smooth, and the automated technology worked perfectly.As soon as I approached the gate, the smart camera system instantly recognized my license plate, matched it to my reservation, and opened the barrier automatically. There was absolutely no fumbling around for phone screens, searching for confirmation emails, or rolling down my window to pull a physical paper ticket. Exit was a breeze too. Being able to seamlessly drive straight out of the structure and hit the road immediately without a single delay was worth every penny. It is easily the most efficient way to wrap up a trip at LAX!

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    LAX Terminal 4 - Terminal 4 * LEVEL 3 * Gates 46-49 CrownsLAX - only sit down place for eats. Meh food. But nice to have something near the gates.

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    2.4(323 reviews)
    0.3 miWestchester

    Just flew EVA Air from Terminal 4 to Taipei and I was surprised how much nicer it looks. They…read moreremodeled it since the last time I was here years ago - feels more organized and cleaner than before. Thanks to Global Entry, TSA was super quick. Also got to hang out in the American Express Centurion Lounge before the flight, which was really nice. Overall a good experience, especially compared to how it used to be. Definitely better than I remembered!

    AND! Three years later, here is my update. Best you read this and pay attention if you intend to…read morefly American now or in the immediate or future. This is a matter of fact update and is based on sole experience of my recent visit. Hmmm, where to I begin? OK, my story will begin at my experience of checking into a departing flight out of LAX, Terminal 4, the terminal for American Airlines. Preface also by saying the terminal is under massive renovation and has been for some time and when will they complete it? Who knows? OK- Now Pay clear attention- I get dropped off on LEVEL 2 which is the departing level for all flights. My boarding pass is on my phone so I need not stop at the check in counters. I tried, TRIED to be smart and follow the signs as I weave my way through the terminal to get to the departing gates This starts my journey! 1- Signs take me from LEVEL 2 to LEVEL 4 where the TSA check in sites are albeit Pre Check, Regular, Clear and the like. Keep in mind this is just through the security where they check your identification 2- Once past the TSA check in lines you then take the escalators or elevators back DOWN to LEVEL 3 where you then go through the screen machines. 3- once past the screening machines you take the escalator or elevators BACK DOWN to LEVEL 1 (Level 1 is street leve, the place where you normally pick up your luggage on arrival then go out to curbside) NOW I AM CONFUSED. I'M TRYING TO DEPART AND I'M AT THE ARRIVAL STATION???? I look around for signs and there is none. I so I decide to be like a LEMMING and follow the other walkers.... You walk through the tunnels going back in towards the gates and there is counter foot traffic with the arriving passengers. What a mess! Once you get to the end of the tunnel, you will take the escalator or elevator UP to LEVEL 2, the walk to the next bank of escalator and take it UP to LEVEL 3... WAIT Not done yet!!! Then take the escalator UP to LEVEL 4 where the gates are! Did you follow all of this? Do you need a map? Footnote-it was 3643 steps (Yup, counted) ok my watch counted the number of steps it took from the point of getting dropped off at curbside then situated at my departing gate... Good luck American Fliers

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    2.8(290 reviews)
    0.1 miWestchester

    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 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

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    Santa Monica Airport CA Tue 2/11/25 On my way! Back to…read moreSillyValley! Sun is rolling into sunset! Going home tonight! © Yes, SMO Municipal airport is slated to close in 2028! It's been a source of controversy for decades! Capping decades of legal battles & protests! One of the oldest in USA! Airport land converts into Park! Meanwhile they shortened the runway to limit jet flights! By the way, this is where Harrison Ford crash landed onto Golf Course instead of a runway! This general aviation airport, naturally long favorite of celebrities & biz heads, had its share of public scrutiny just like many other non commercial airports in California. Like my San Carlos Airport SQL or Palo Alto Airport PAO. Historic significance lays in the fact that famous DC-3 & military aircraft was produced by Douglas Aircraft Co in Santa Monica at the airport before it had moved to Long Beach. Famous tenants like Harrison Ford, Tom Cruise & Arnold Schwarzenegger, along with others, average daily 250 takeoffs & landings, that's a lot of noise! Neighbors in Santa Monica didn't want harmful exhaust, emissions, fueling, lead & carbon, pollution, and noise! At the same time, its use during WWII for military purposes had federal agreements for FAA to allow operations. So various aviation interests contended with the City of Santa Monica over its ownership. They reached the agreement after endless litigation to return the control of the airport land to the city. And at the end of 2028 the city is free to do what they want with 227 acres of airport land! *The one who should care Does she or doesn't So let the beat roll on I'm 'bout to get in the zone I been locked up all by myself But I'm known to grow my own I burn it till it's gone Like there ain't nothing wrong I'm just out in the shade Watching the world go up in flames [ Review #828 w 3 pic Feb 15, 2025 ] Here, can't complain! @Santa Monica Airport CA Thur 2/6/25 Going home tonight! Salute Tuesday! 2/11/25 Spirit of Santa Monica! @Santa Monica Airport CA Tue 2/11/25

    Was in the neighborhood and was curious about the flight schools at the Santa Monica airport…read more Walked in and I felt immediately welcomed. Met with Oliver and Jorge and they gave me all of the information I needed to begin my journey into aviation. Prices are very reasonable and the school is going through lots of positive changes. I was also impressed with how many of the staff members are bilingual. 非常好 Great fleet of airplanes to learn from: Cirrus, Cessna, and SportCruisers. I am now looking forward to my introductory flight with the school and will definitely be considering getting my Private Pilot License with them! 谢谢SMF 加油 Muy Bien Adios

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