Airport Proximity to DLR and Ground Transportation Information Superthread (READ FIRST POST FOR OVERVIEW!)

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Ugh. Does this apply to shuttles?

 

[VandVsmama]

What a nightmare. 3 hours prior to arrival? That's as bad as Orlando! Paying extra to fly into the Santa Ana airport sounds a lot better!

 

[ParkHopper1]

Ugh. Does this apply to shuttles?

No. Just Ridesahre Apps like Uber/Lyft for the relocation.

All departures will be subject to making a bad situation and layout with the Horseshoe design worse with construction.

 

[DLgal]

Ugh. Does this apply to shuttles?

You can still pick up your shuttle at the designated location, but you should factor in the increased travel time into your calculations.

 

[wowsmom]

No. Just Ridesahre Apps like Uber/Lyft for the relocation.

And taxi cabs.

LAX has been under construction for as long as I can remember, but it never seems to improve.

 

[cjnix29]

So,any change for drop offs? Was planning on taking an Uber TO LAX after our stay.

 

[wowsmom]

So,any change for drop offs? Was planning on taking an Uber TO LAX after our stay.

So far, they say drop offs can happen as they always have.

 

[WebmasterMaryJo]

I've been looking for maps showing where it's going to be. I'm speculating that it will be in the highlighted area below:



See more information at this link: CLICK HERE

(Los Angeles, CA) As Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) ramps up work on its modernization program, the airport today announced plans for “LAX-it,” a convenient, amenity-rich, centralized area for guests to pick up a taxi or ride app service, and avoid traffic in the Central Terminal Area (CTA). LAX-it will open at the end of October, and will remain in service until the Automated People Mover opens in 2023.

LAX-it will only be for pickups, as ride app and taxi drivers will continue to drop off passengers at the terminal curbs on the Upper/Departures Level.


“Anyone who has come to LAX knows that traffic in the Central Terminal Area can get rough, and we have heard from our guests that the current system with ride pickups can be frustrating," said Keith Wilschetz, Deputy Executive Director for Operations and Emergency Management, Los Angeles World Airports. “LAX-it will provide an easy, efficient experience for guests using taxis and ride apps and reduce overall traffic in and around the central terminal area for all those driving to and from LAX and our neighbors."

LAX-it is located just east of Terminal 1, at the corner of World Way and Sky Way. Accessible by either a short walk from many terminals or via a dedicated shuttle from the airport’s terminals, LAX-it will reimagine the pickup process for taxis, Uber, Lyft and Opoli with additional amenities such as restrooms, benches, umbrellas for sun and rain protection, and local food trucks. LAX-it will also offer connectivity, with cellphone charging stations and Wi-Fi. Dedicated staff at LAX-it will provide passenger assistance and lane management on site.

Click on link above to read more and see illustrations.

 

[EmJ]

Yeesh. I had the choice between crummy times at good prices at SNA or much better times at only slightly higher price at LAX, and ultimately went with SNA on the strength of proximity. Very glad I did now!

 

[ParkHopper1]

The new pickup area is adjacent to Terminal 1...so if you fly Southwest it will not be that much of an impact being a three minute walk from Terminal 1 arrivals. There are other airport ride share areas are further than that.

 

[CyndiLouWho]

Yeah, you made the trip from Burbank to Anaheim at literally the worst possible time of day.

It depends what time you're landing. If it's not during rush hour, BUR every time. I lived in Pasadena for a couple years and loved flying in and out of BUR. It's so tiny and easy! If it's during rush hour, don't do it. Miserable drive, as people have already said. Keep in mind, also, that LA rush hour is much longer than many people are used to.

I don't love LAX, but it's not horrible if you're at least a little used to enormous, crazy airports.

Given the choice, I'd choose SNA, ONT, or LGB over either LAX or BUR, though.

So what is a good time from that area to DLR?
We will be flying in to BUR, spending a couple days at Hilton Universal City/USH then to Anaheim/Fairfield Inn Anaheim Resort on a Monday. In theory we could make the drive to Anaheim any time on Monday. What would be a “good” time?

 

[disneycat321]

So what is a good time from that area to DLR?
We will be flying in to BUR, spending a couple days at Hilton Universal City/USH then to Anaheim/Fairfield Inn Anaheim Resort on a Monday. In theory we could make the drive to Anaheim any time on Monday. What would be a “good” time?

if you can leave at any time, I’d say between 10 and 2 is your best bet. Or after 8pm. But I don’t promise no traffic. LA is very unpredictable. You should be ok then, though.

 

[Vala]

We had booked Execucar for our arrival. Can't say I was happy.

Received a text that driver was waiting for us half an hour before the expected arrival - we were two travellers and had given the later arrival time for pick up. 20 minutes after arrival time the driver started calling where we were. I told him second traveller still in immigration. That prompted a lecture that he could only wait for one hour unless we had specified international arrival - which I had done and which the confirmation clearly noted.

Then once second person was out of immigration we were given a van number, only to have the driver go past us twice because the van number communicated to us was incorrect. Maybe that's me, but I wasn't going to make an effort stopping a moving van with a completely different number.

Still once we finally had figured that out the driver acted like it was our fault completely. Drive to hotel went in complete silence with fully open windows on the Highway.

Once we were at hotel I still gave him a 15 Dollar tip on a fare a little over 60 dollars because I felt bad. He scrutinized each and every bill and drove off without saying anything.

Customer Service is yet to comment.

We've used the service a number of times in the past and had always been happy. That was a complete "***" experience.

 

[julesann]

We will be flying into LB in a few weeks. I am wondering if there are any apps for this area that let you see how much a taxi ride would be so I can compare this cost to Uber and Lyft.

 

[SteveH]

We will be flying into LB in a few weeks. I am wondering if there are any apps for this area that let you see how much a taxi ride would be so I can compare this cost to Uber and Lyft.

Check out Ride.guru it will show you all options generally. I don't use these but you might check out Gett/Juno, Grab, Curb, MyTaxi/Hailo, Ola Cabs.

 

[Delilah1310]

We recently used Execucar and I was a little concerned based on some of the reviews here. But I have to say it was a good experience overall. Our arrival flight changed and we even had to arrive at a different airport - I called Execucar and they cancelled that leg for us and booked a new one, no problem.
The driver was nice enough ... we didn't talk and that was perfectly fine with me. Quick and no problems at all.
On the return, the driver was right on time and again, nice enough although we didn't talk (my preference, tbh). He also knew a back way to get into LAX, which kept us moving and felt like we weren't stuck at any time.
it was exactly what I expected, prompt, efficient and professional. We didn't have any issues and would def use them again.
just my 2 cents.

 

[Frederic Civish]

I always use Uber and Lyft from LAX. Likewise when I fly into the other local airports. I also occasionally rent a car, depending on whatever else I might be doing in the area.

 

[julesann]

I looked at the Uber and Lyft Aps today for the time we need to be picked up at the Long Beach airport (around 4 pm on a Wed). They both said the estimated time of driver arrival was about 27 minutes--has that been the experience of those of you who have used them from here--seems like a really long wait time?

 

[robododo]

I always go for Lyft because:
1. Very short wait at the airport.
2. It's point-to-point, just for you.
3. More comfortable than a bus (IMO)

Potential Downsides:
1. Costs more for 3 ($10-20. Value is subjective. Coupons available.)
2. Some drivers are really chatty. Not a big deal to me, but some people hate that.

If you decide to use Lyft from LAX, please be mindful of the designated pick-up zones. Unless something's changed since the last time I was there, you'll find there are specific places for pick-up. The drivers can get tickets if they pick you up outside the zone. If you're not sure where they are, just ask an airport employee and they'll point you in the right direction.

Have a great trip!

 

[Shinji4u]

I always go for Lyft because:
1. Very short wait at the airport.
2. It's point-to-point, just for you.
3. More comfortable than a bus (IMO)

Potential Downsides:
1. Costs more for 3 ($10-20. Value is subjective. Coupons available.)
2. Some drivers are really chatty. Not a big deal to me, but some people hate that.

If you decide to use Lyft from LAX, please be mindful of the designated pick-up zones. Unless something's changed since the last time I was there, you'll find there are specific places for pick-up. The drivers can get tickets if they pick you up outside the zone. If you're not sure where they are, just ask an airport employee and they'll point you in the right direction.

Have a great trip!

Be Aware, starting 29th this month, UBER and LYFT (and Taxis) are no longer allowed to Pick-up passengers at the terminals! You now have to board a special shuttle bus, which brings you to the new LAX-it parking spot. There you can call your UBER/LYFT or take a taxi!