Use Flyaway or Metro to Reach LAX This Holiday Season!

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Avoid the stress of holiday traffic and costly parking fees at LAX by opting for convenient transit options like Flyaway and Metro. With frequent connections and multiple ticketing options, these services make holiday travel a breeze. 

Flyaway Bus: Your Direct Connection to LAX Terminals 

Flyaway is a dedicated, scheduled bus service with drop-offs between each LAX terminal. With routes from both Union Station and Van Nuys Airport Flyaway Terminal, Flyaway makes reaching the airport easy and affordable at just $9.75 each way. 

How to Buy Flyaway Tickets 

  1. Mobile: Download the Flyaway app and purchase a ticket—no account necessary! 

  2. Web: Create an account at https://FlyawayBus.JustRide.Tickets, purchase, print, and scan your ticket on the bus. 

  3. In-Bus Contactless: Buy a ticket directly on the bus using a contactless Visa/Mastercard, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. (Note: Cash and non-contactless cards aren’t accepted.) 

Metro Rail and Bus Options to LAX 

Metro also offers direct rail and bus routes to LAX with one-way fares of $1.75 and free transfers within two hours. Here’s a breakdown of the rail and bus lines for reaching LAX: 

Rail Lines to Aviation/LAX Station  

  • C Line: Runs from Norwalk Station to Aviation/LAX Station. From there, take the Metro Connector shuttle (runs every 15 minutes) to the LAX terminals. 

  • K Line: Starting at Expo/Crenshaw Station in Jefferson Park, the K Line reaches Westchester/Veterans Station. Transfer here to the C & K Link bus, connecting you to the Metro Connector at Aviation/LAX Station, which will take you to your terminal. 

Bus Lines to LAX City Bus Center 

  • 111: Runs from Norwalk to the LAX City Bus Center via Florence Ave. 

  • 117: Connects Downey to the LAX City Bus Center via Imperial Hwy. and Century Blvd. 

  • 102: Operates between South Gate and LAX City Bus Center via La Tijera Blvd. and Exposition Blvd. 

  • 120: Runs from Whittier to Aviation/LAX Station via Imperial Hwy. 

  • 232: Connects Downtown Long Beach to the LAX City Bus Center via Sepulveda Blvd. and Pacific Coast Hwy. 

Connecting to Flyaway via Metro 

  • Union Station: Bus lines 111, 117, 120, and 232 offer direct service to Union Station, where you can then hop on Flyaway. 

  • Van Nuys Airport: Bus lines 169 and 237 connect to Van Nuys Airport’s Flyaway Terminal for an easy ride to LAX.' 

For more information about schedule times, visit this link. 

Plan Ahead and Travel Smart! 

Using Flyaway or Metro to reach LAX gives you peace of mind and a smoother journey, helping you start your holiday on the right note. For a visual guide, check out the Flyaway Live Shuttle Tracker for detailed routes and stop locations. 

 

Explore An Interactive Map Highlighting Transit Routes to LAX Below! 

Zoe Bertol-Foell