Los Angeles International Airport Taxi - Fares & Prices 2026

Popular routes from Los Angeles International Airport

Los Angeles International Airport To Santa Monica Pier	60 USD
Los Angeles International Airport To Hilton Anaheim	110 USD
Los Angeles International Airport To Inglewood	35 USD

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How is a taxi fare
calculated in Los Angeles International Airport

Several factors impact the taxi fare in Los Angeles International Airport

Taxi fare (2026)

Base fee (day)

4.3USD

Price per KM

1.9 USD

Waiting time per hour

32.5USD

Taxi rate calculation example

Let’s say you want to get from your hotel to Los Angeles International Airport city center and the ride is 5km. You’re traveling by day and you have 1 luggage. Your total price will be 13.8 USD.

Taxi transfers from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

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Using a taxi at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals - not drivers who approach you inside the terminal.
Make sure the meter is running, or agree the fare before you set off.
Licensed airport taxis are safest; keep your booking confirmation if you pre-booked.
Have the address and rough distance ready so you can sense-check the price.

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Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) taxi fare - FAQ

What's the taxi fare from Los Angeles to Los Angeles city center?

Taxi fares from Los Angeles to Los Angeles city center can vary based on time of day, luggage, traffic, and the destination. Enter your route in Los Angeles taxi fare calculator to get an estimated price.

How much is a taxi transfer from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)?

A 5km ride transfer from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) costs about 13.8 USD. Enter your route to get a more accurate price. In general the price is affected by several factors including the route length and the driver’s waiting time.

How do I order a taxi transfer from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)?

You can stop a taxi on the street transfer from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or use a ride hailing app. We recommend using an app transfer from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) as these services monitor the quality of the drivers and taxis on an ongoing basis.

What other ways are there to get around transfer from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)?

if you can’t find a taxi Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or the price is too high you can always take a bus, rent a scooter, a bicycle or a car. Walking is also a great option if it’s a short distance and the weather suits.

How do I calculate the taxi fare in Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)?

Simply enter your starting point and destination at gobytaxi.com. We’ll calculate the estimated price based on Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) taxi fares and your specific route. This will also work for destinations outside Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

What’s the price of Taxi transfer from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) per KM?

The starting price of a taxi transfer from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is 4.3 USD. Each KM is then priced at 1.9 USD. if you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 32.5 USD per hour.

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