The Tom Bradley International Terminal (Terminal B) is the main terminal for international flights at LAX. Located on the west side of the airport, Terminal B has a connector bridge with Terminal 5 for easy connections to the southern terminals.
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Departures. Check in at Terminal B (formerly known as Tom Bradley International Terminal). Our flights operate from the Terminal B West Gates (Gates 201-225). Please arrive at the airport 2 hours and 30 minutes prior to departure; check-in closes 45 minutes prior to departure.
Terminal BThe Tom Bradley International Terminal welcomes millions of visitors from around the world each year. In 2013, a $1.9 billion modernization was unveiled, creating a world-class experience for all those who pass through it.
These terminals are connected airside, meaning you can transfer between them without having to enter security again. To do this, use the walkways: TBIT and Terminal 4 are connected by a walkway. Terminals 4 through 6 are connected by tunnels near the terminal center.
As a general rule, 60 to 90 minutes should be enough for a transfer between domestic flights that doesn't require leaving security. Two hours is more reasonable for domestic transfers that require leaving security and rechecking, and three hours is a good idea if arriving from another country.
American Airlines (Check in at Terminal 4 and 5 - International Arrivals at Terminal B) Breeze Airways (Check-in at Terminal 1 - will be bused to Terminal B) Cayman Airways (Check-in at Terminal 1 - will be bused to Terminal B - International Arrivals at Terminal B)
Most international commercial passengers arrive at or depart from either the Tom Bradley International Terminal or Terminal 2. LAX departures on Southwest Airlines fly out of Terminal 1. Terminal 4 serves American Airlines' departures while LAX departures on Delta Air Lines fly out of Terminal 5.
If you miss your connection booked with the same airline that your were on for your first flight, and the issue is due to a delayed take off or anything else that's in the hands of your airline, it's the airline's responsibility to rebook you on the next available flight.
Generally 2 hours would be the minimum. 3 hours if you give yourself a little buffer. From Tom Bradley International Terminal to other domestic terminals at LAX takes only about 5 to 10 minutes walk.
What is a good connection time? Travel advisers say there's a lot to take into account when booking connecting flights, but a general rule of thumb is 60-90 minutes between domestic flights and at least two to three hours for international itineraries.
The LAX Fast Lane pilot has its own dedicated lane at the TSA Checkpoints, reducing the wait time for those who participate. All you need to do is reserve your time and show up at your assigned checkpoint at your appointment time.
Passengers are suggested to arrive at the ticket counter at least 90 minutes before their domestic flight's departure and 3 hours prior to their international departure.
1) If your connecting AA flight is from the same terminal as that of your arrival, 60 minutes is good enough. 2) If your connecting AA flight is from another terminal i.e. either T4 to T6 or T6 to T4, you should still be good as the commute between T4 and T6 is small and the airport provides shuttle services too.
Two- to Three-Hour LayoversRenovated terminals and new dining/retail locations at LAX offer travelers a chance to sample the tastes and sights of Los Angeles, even on short layovers.