LAX Terminal Map Explained — Which Airline Uses Which Terminal (2026)

A complete, up-to-date breakdown of every LAX terminal, which airlines operate there, and how to connect between them without going through security again.

LAX Layout: The Horseshoe You Need to Understand

LAX is shaped like a horseshoe — or a "U." Nine terminals are arranged along the inside and outside of this curve, with a double-level road running through the center. The upper level handles departures; the lower level handles arrivals. Every terminal has baggage claim on the lower level.

The terminals run numerically from Terminal 1 (northwest corner) through Terminal 8 (southeast), with Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT, also called Terminal B) tucked in the middle of the south side.

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Terminal 5 is Closed Until 2028Terminal 5 was demolished in late 2025 for complete reconstruction. Airlines that previously used Terminal 5 — JetBlue, Spirit, and some American Airlines flights — have moved to Terminals 1, 2, and 4. Always verify your terminal with your airline before heading to LAX.

Which Airline is at Which Terminal (2026)

Terminal 1

Southwest Airlines, JetBlue (domestic), Frontier Airlines, Allegiant Air, Breeze Airways, Sun Country

Terminal 2

Spirit Airlines, Norse Atlantic Airways, WestJet, Condor (check-in; depart from TBIT)

Terminal 3

Delta Air Lines (hub — domestic & connects to TBIT for international)

Terminal 4

American Airlines (domestic hub). International arrivals at TBIT.

Terminal 5

⚠️ CLOSED — Full demolition & rebuild. Reopening 2028.

Terminal 6

Alaska Airlines (hub), Hawaiian Airlines, Air Canada, Porter Airlines, Southern Airways

Terminal 7

United Airlines (domestic hub). Premium lounges. Connects to Terminal 8.

Terminal 8

United Airlines (overflow, connects to T7)

Terminal B (TBIT)

All international arrivals. Air France, Lufthansa, Qantas, British Airways, Emirates, ANA, Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines + many more

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Double-check the night beforeTerminal assignments at LAX can change due to operational needs. Always verify your terminal on the airline's official website or flylax.com the night before your flight.

Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) — Terminal B

TBIT is the crown jewel of LAX. It handles virtually all international arrivals and departures and houses the best shopping, dining, and lounges in the airport.

The iconic "Great Hall" at the center of TBIT is where you'll pass through after immigration. Look for designer retail (Gucci, Hermès), a Centurion Lounge, diverse dining options, and the Qantas First Class Lounge — one of the most impressive airport lounges in North America.

TBIT connects airside to Terminal 3 (Delta) and Terminal 4 (American) via secure corridors. For details on international arrivals processing, see our complete LAX Arrival Guide.

Connecting Between Terminals at LAX

All LAX terminals are now connected airside. For connecting flights — assuming you don't need to collect bags and re-check — you can walk between terminals without going through security again.

From	To	Method	Time
Terminal 1	Terminal 3 / TBIT	Airside walkway	8–12 min walk
Terminal 3	TBIT (Terminal B)	Direct airside connector + moving walkway	5–8 min
TBIT	Terminal 4	Airside walkway (Level 5 connector)	5–8 min
Terminal 4	Terminal 6	Underground tunnel	8–12 min
Terminal 6	Terminal 7	Airside walkway	5–8 min
Terminal 7	Terminal 8	Direct connection	3–5 min
Any terminal (landside)	Any terminal	Free LAX Shuttle (every 5–7 min)	15–25 min loop

If you need to move between terminals after clearing customs on an international arrival, you'll need to use the free landside shuttle or walk along the lower level sidewalk between terminals.

Terminal 5 Closure & Ongoing Construction

LAX is in the middle of a $15 billion modernization project that won't be complete until 2028. Terminal 5 is the most dramatic change — it was fully closed in October 2025 and is being demolished and rebuilt from scratch.

The Automated People Mover (APM) — an electric train connecting all terminals to the Metro Transit Center and rental car facility — is expected to open sometime in 2026, though the project has experienced significant delays.

Finding Ground Transportation From Your Terminal

Regardless of which terminal you arrive at, ground transportation follows the same pattern at LAX. Exit to the lower/arrivals level and look for the corresponding color-coded signs:

Purple signs → Rental Car Shuttles
Green signs → LAX-it shuttle (for Uber, Lyft, taxi)
Blue signs → FlyAway Bus ($12.75 to Union Station or Van Nuys)
Pink signs → LAX Shuttle (free shuttle to Metro Transit Center for C/K Lines)
Orange signs → Shared ride vans and scheduled bus services
Outer curb → Private vehicle pickups, iRide360 and other pre-booked car services

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