LAX Pickup Guide for San Diego Travelers (Terminals 1–8 & TBIT)

Flying into LAX from San Diego? This guide from Rides On Time shows exactly where to meet your chauffeur or car service at Terminals 1–8 and TBIT. You’ll see simple curb directions, meet-and-greet tips, peak-time buffers, and official resources.

Quick Answer (2 lines)

• Meet your driver on the Arrivals level at the commercial curb for your terminal.
• Your chauffeur will text the exact door/lane and plate. If space is tight, they’ll guide you to the next posted curb.

How Pickup Works at LAX (Simple Flow)

1. Deplane → Baggage Claim → follow “Ground Transportation / Ride Service” signs.
2. Check your phone for the door number and curb lane from your driver.
3. Walk outside to the commercial curb, confirm the license plate, and then load and go.
4. Prefer inside help? Request a meet-and-greet at the arrivals hall.

Terminal-by-Terminal Pickup

Terminal 1 (T1)

• Where: Arrivals, signed commercial curb.
• Tip: Evening peaks can stack; follow your driver’s lane change texts.

Terminal 2 (T2)

• Where: Arrivals, commercial curb across from the hall.
• Tip: Watch for your door number; lanes cycle quickly.

Terminal 3 (T3)

• Where: Arrivals curb, posted pickup zones.
• Tip: Construction shifts happen periodically—use driver texts.

Terminal 4 (T4)

• Where: Arrivals curb, commercial vehicle area.
• Tip: American flights can cluster; keep your phone handy.

Terminal 5 (T5)

• Where: Arrivals curb, look for zone markers.
• Tip: If crowded, the driver may slide one door down for faster loading.

Terminal 6 (T6)

• Where: Arrivals level curb.
• Tip: Texts will include lane + plate; verify before boarding.

Terminal 7 (T7)

• Where: Arrivals curb near posted signs.
• Tip: Late-evening pickups move faster on the outer lane.

Terminal 8 (T8)

• Where: Arrivals curb at marked pickup doors.
• Tip: Quiet at times; confirm the door to avoid backtracking.

Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT)

• Where: Meet-and-greet inside arrivals (by request) or curbside at the commercial lane.
• Tip: International waves can slow curb space; your driver will text an alternate door if needed.

At-a-Glance Table: Where to Meet

Caption: LAX curb vs. meet-and-greet summary for T1–T8 & TBIT

Timing: Peaks, Buffers, and “Live Traffic”

• Peak windows: Weekdays 6:30–9:00 a.m. and 3:30–7:00 p.m.; weekends mid-day.
• Events/weather: Baseball, concerts, storms can add +20–45 minutes.
• Holiday surges: Add +30–60 minutes around major holidays.

Official Resources

• LAX terminal maps & advisories: 
• FlyAway® 
• Bus & Metro (LAX/Metro Transit Center)

For San Diego Travelers: Helpful Next Steps

• Need a private ride both ways? See our shuttle service to Los Angeles Airport (San Diego ↔ LAX) for door-to-door options.
• Prefer a luxury pickup on arrival? Explore limo service in San Diego for a quiet cabin and meet-and-greet support.

Conclusion

Pickups at LAX are simple when you know the drill: follow Ground Transportation signs, confirm the door and lane by text, and choose curbside or meet-and-greet. For a smooth ride to or from San Diego, Rides On Time coordinates timing, traffic buffers, and clear curb instructions so you get moving fast.