Car Hire at Los Angeles Airport
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These prices are approximate and depend on the dates of the booking, hire length and type of car. This information was last updated at 02:03 on 2021-03-01.
Travel Information
Language
English
Currency
USD
Dialing code
1
Traffic direction
Right-hand
Speed limit out of city centre
72 - 120 km/h
45 - 75 mi/h
Speed limit within city centre
40 - 120 km/h
25 - 75 mi/h
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Airport Car Hire
Hire a car at Los Angeles Airport! Then head to the city and explore some of L.A.’s most iconic neighborhoods—Hollywood, Bel Air, and Beverly Hills. Drive the full length of Mulholland Drive, and take a Universal Studios Hollywood tour to learn about the movie industry.
Check out the attractions and street performers at Venice Beach, or drive your rental to the famous Santa Monica or Malibu beaches. Back in the city enjoy the delicious food at Mexican, Ethiopian, Armenian, and Korean restaurants and the distinct culture of each neighborhood where they’re located.
Los Angeles Airport is roughly the size of eight mid-sized American airports combined. 45,000 people work here. Also, while LAX is the airport’s international code, it is also how the locals call it, pronouncing it “Ehlay X.”
L.A.’s a great destination, but the surrounding regions have more to offer, so why not get a longer-term car rental? There’s a lot to explore in California—mountains, desert, the Napa Valley wine country, and cities like San Francisco and San Diego. You can drive to nearby Las Vegas or discover the Pacific Northwest. You can even pick up your car at Los Angeles Airport and drop it off in a different city. Start planning your adventure now!
Top international routes
- London-Heathrow
- Mexico City
- Seoul
- Hong Kong
- Guadalajara
- Sydney
- Vancouver
- Tokyo
Main airlines
LAX is a hub for multiple airlines. This includes American, Delta, United, and Alaska. The low-cost carrier Southwest Airlines also uses the airport as a major hub, while the low-cost Allegiant uses it as a focus city. The airport is also a focus city for many international airlines, including Air New Zealand, Norwegian Ari Shittle, Qantas, and Volaris.
Terminals
There are nine terminals: Terminals 1 to 8 and Tom Bradley International (TBIT). All are connected by a free shuttle bus. There are also pedestrian lines connecting most terminals, but some of the walks can be quite lengthy.
Location
The airport is about 18 miles (30 km) from central Los Angeles. Motorways I-105 and I-110 are the main roads connecting Los Angeles Airport to the city.
Most popular types of hire car
- Convertibles - starting at £ 127 per day
- Large cars - starting at £ 48 per day
- Medium cars - starting at £ 39 per day
- People Carriers/Vans - starting at £ 88 per day
- Premium cars - starting at £ 75 per day
- Small cars - starting at £ 39 per day
- SUVs - starting at £ 78 per day
Car hire desks
All car hire desks are located away from the airport's terminals. Advantage, Alamo, Dollar, Fox, National, Sixt, and Thrifty are allowed to pick-up and drop-off their customers at the terminals. Each has its own shuttle that will take you to their location. For this privilege, the companies must charge a Customer Facility Charge that will be used to fund a consolidated car hire center in the near future.
All the other car hire companies are required to pick-up their passengers from the Remote Rental Depot. This means the customers of these companies must take to shuttles to reach their locations. At the airport, the customers should take the Economy Lot E shuttle.
All the other car hire companies are required to pick-up their passengers from the Remote Rental Depot. This means the customers of these companies must take to shuttles to reach their locations. At the airport, the customers should take the Economy Lot E shuttle.
Services and facilities
Los Angeles Airport offers nearly as many opportunities to dine, shop, relax, and be entertained as the city itself. All terminals have countless bars, restaurants, and cafeterias, as well as shops and stores. There are banks, currency exchange offices, ATMs, and business facilities. You’ll also find many lounges, medical facilities, spas, beauty services, a lost and found office, and the Flight Path Museum. There is no luggage storage service. The airport offers assistance to travelers with reduced mobility, but you should contact your airline in advance if you’d like this service. You can find more information on the airport's official website.
Nearest petrol station
There are many gas stations near LAX. Which is the most convenient depends on which rental company you are returning a car to. If returning a car to one of the companies located along Century Blvd., then there are at least four stations after the exit from the 405. Of these, the Chevron station closest to the Interstate is the most expensive.
Those renting from a company located north of Century Blvd. will find many stations along Manchester Ave. Note that the ARCO station at the corner of W Arbor Vitae St. and Aviation Blvd. should be avoided due to its significantly higher prices.
Those renting from a company located north of Century Blvd. will find many stations along Manchester Ave. Note that the ARCO station at the corner of W Arbor Vitae St. and Aviation Blvd. should be avoided due to its significantly higher prices.
Popular one-way hires
- Las Vegas (287 mi / 462 km)
- San Francisco (385 mi / 619 km)
- Bakersfield (116 mi / 187 km)
- San Diego (124 mi / 199 km)
- New York City (2,793 mi / 4,495 km)
- Phoenix (388 mi / 624 km)
- Portland Airport (963 mi / 1,549 km)
- Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (121 mi / 195 km)
Airport information
Los Angeles Airport (LAX)
- IATA: LAX
- ICAO: KLAX
- Name: Los Angeles Airport (LAX)
- Size: Large Airport
- Passengers (per year): 84,557,968
- Distance from the city centre: 9 miles / 14.5 km SW of town
- Working hours: 24 hours a day
- Phone: +1 (310) 646 5252
Top 8 Destinations around Los Angeles Airport
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Westchester starting at £ 37.76 per day14.4 km / 9.0 miles away
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Santa Barbara Airport starting at £ 20.41 per day151.0 km / 93.8 miles away
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Palm Springs Airport starting at £ 20.41 per day163.9 km / 101.9 miles away
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Fresno Airport starting at £ 20.41 per day331.0 km / 205.7 miles away
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Oakland Airport starting at £ 20.41 per day542.2 km / 336.9 miles away
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San Francisco Airport starting at £ 20.41 per day543.2 km / 337.5 miles away
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San Francisco South starting at £ 24.25 per day547.9 km / 340.4 miles away
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Sacramento International Airport starting at £ 20.41 per day596.6 km / 370.7 miles away
Map of Car Hire Destinations
During which month is it most affordable to hire a car at Los Angeles Airport?
Our data show how prices for hiring a car at Los Angeles Airport fluctuate depending on the time of the year. This graph can assist you in finding the best bargain.
Average Price for Hiring a Car at Los Angeles Airport
The cheapest month to hire a car at Los Angeles Airport is June with prices starting at £ 25.79 for an Economy class cars. The most expensive month in which to hire a car is December with prices for for a Compact class) starting at £ 39.25. The average cost over the course of the entire year is £ 30. You can use this to plan your trip at the time of year when it would be most economical to hire a car. Note that these prices are only averages. The amount of time you hire a car for and the time at which you book will influence the prices.
What’s the most popular hire length at Los Angeles Airport?
Hirers picking up a car at Los Angeles Airport keep them for an average of 9 days during in September, while those picking up their cars in January keep them for an average of 7.
Average Hire Length at Los Angeles Airport
Which month sees the highest demand for car hire at Los Angeles Airport?
Though Los Angeles Airport is popular for travellers all year long, the month with the highest demand for hire cars is in July. September is the month that sees the lowest demand for hire cars.
Popularity by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Hire Models
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avis | Kia Rio | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| GreenMotion | Hyundai Accent | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| GreenMotion | Nissan Versa | 4 | 3 | |
| Ace Rent a car | Kia Sportage | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Avis | Toyota Camry | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| Ace Rent a car | Hyundai Santa Fe | 5 | 4 | SUVs |
| Ace Rent a car | Kia Rio | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Avis | Ford Mustang Convertible | 2 | 1 | Convertibles |
| Ace Rent a car | Hyundai Accent | 4 | 1 | Medium cars |
| Avis | Kia Soul | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
Top 19 Hire Companies at Los Angeles Airport in 2021
Alamo
+18888266893
9020 Aviation Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90301
£ 53 - £ 180
National
+18888266890
9020 Aviation Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90301
£ 64 - £ 174
NUCarrentals
+13106659025
5400 West Century Boulevard, Los Angeles
Working hours
Mon:08:00-18:00
Tue:08:00-18:00
Wed:08:00-18:00
Thu:08:00-18:00
Fri:08:00-18:00
Sat:08:00-16:00
Sun:08:00-16:00
Enterprise
+13106495400
8734 Bellanca Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90045
£ 59 - £ 160
SIXT
+18887498227
9000 Bellanca Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90045
£ 31 - £ 48
Dollar
+18664342226
9150 Aviation BlvdInglewood, CA 90301, USA
£ 25 - £ 47
FOX
+13236739084 / +18002254369
5500 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles.
£ 25 - £ 36
Working hours
Mon:00:00-00:30
Tue:00:00-00:30
Wed:00:00-00:30
Thu:00:00-00:30
Fri:00:00-00:30
Sat:00:00-00:30
Sun:00:00-00:30
Midway
+18668003303 / +13103304600
6151 W. Century Blvd, Los Angeles CA 90045
£ 33 - £ 375
Working hours
Mon:07:00-21:00
Tue:07:00-21:00
Wed:07:00-21:00
Thu:07:00-21:00
Fri:07:00-21:00
Sat:07:00-21:00
Sun:07:00-21:00
Alamo
+18888266893
9020 AVIATION BLVD
Working hours
Mon:00:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-23:59
Avis
+13103429200
9217 Airport Boulevard
£ 20 - £ 75
Working hours
Mon:00:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-23:59
Thrifty
+18772830898
5440 W Century Blvd
Working hours
Mon:00:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-23:59
Dollar
+18664342226
9000 Airport Boulevard
Working hours
Mon:00:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-23:59
Budget
+13106424500
9775 Airport Boulevard Los Angeles International Apo
Working hours
Mon:00:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-23:59
Europcar
+13102169204 / +18007775500
1030 W Manchester Blvd, Inglewood, CA 90301
£ 26 - £ 40
Working hours
Mon:00:00-23:59
Tue:00:00-23:59
Wed:00:00-23:59
Thu:00:00-23:59
Fri:00:00-23:59
Sat:00:00-23:59
Sun:00:00-23:59
MEX RENT A CAR
GreenMotion
+18665974554
5301 W. 104th St, Los Angeles, CA 90045
£ 60 - £ 266
Working hours
Mon:08:00-18:00
Tue:08:00-18:00
Wed:08:00-18:00
Thu:08:00-18:00
Fri:08:00-18:00
Sat:08:00-18:00
Sun:08:00-18:00
NUCarrentals
+13106659025 / +18888658950
5400 West Century Boulevard, Los Angeles
Working hours
Mon:08:00-17:00
Tue:08:00-17:00
Wed:08:00-17:00
Thu:08:00-17:00
Fri:08:00-17:00
Sat:08:00-16:00
Sun:08:00-16:00
Ace Rent a car
4242931154 /
8820 Bellanca Ave
Working hours
Mon:07:00-20:00
Tue:07:00-20:00
Wed:07:00-20:00
Thu:07:00-20:00
Fri:07:00-20:00
Sat:07:00-20:00
Sun:07:00-20:00
RightCars
+12132634451 / +18444473227
8622 Bellanca Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90045