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Los Angeles Intl

Los Angeles Intl (KLAX/LAX) serves Los Angeles, United States. This is a major international airport with 5 runways (06L/24R, 06R/24L). Field elevation is 125 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 0/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 1/2
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: KLAX
  • Name: Los Angeles Intl
  • Type: large_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 33.942501
  • Longitude: -118.407997
  • Elevation: 125 ft
  • Country: United States
  • Municipality: Los Angeles
  • IATA Code: LAX
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
  • Distance from City: 19.6 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 06L/24R

  • Designation: 06L/24R
  • Dimensions: 8925 X 150
  • Surface: CON
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VORTAC, NDB
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 06R/24L

  • Designation: 06R/24L
  • Dimensions: 10285 X 150
  • Surface: CON
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VORTAC, NDB
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS), LOC
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 07L/25R

  • Designation: 07L/25R
  • Dimensions: 12091 X 150
  • Surface: CON
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VORTAC, NDB
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), LOC
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 07R/25L

  • Designation: 07R/25L
  • Dimensions: 11096 X 200
  • Surface: CON
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: VORTAC, NDB
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT IIIA, RNAV (GPS), LOC/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 09l/09R

  • Designation: 09l/09R
  • Dimensions: N/A
  • Surface: N/A
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: NULL
  • NAVAIDs: VORTAC, NDB
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 119.800 MHz
  • Ground: 121.650 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 133.800 MHz

Operation Hours

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://www.flylax.com/
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: $4.85 per 1,000 lbs MTOW
  • Parking Fee: $0.55 per 1,000 lbs MTOW per hour
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: USD
  • Remarks: GA operations at Atlantic Aviation FBO on south side. International surcharges apply for FIS processing.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Atlantic Aviation and Signature Flight Support available. Volume discounts for uplift over 5,000 gallons.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: eAPIS mandatory. Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT) handles most international traffic. CBP preclearance not available; standard FIS processing.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: Over-ocean operations between 2400-0630 local (westbound departures and eastbound arrivals over water). LAX Specific Plan noise limits enforced. No Stage 2 aircraft.

Alternates

KLGB

  • ICAO: KLGB
  • Name: Long Beach/Daugherty Field
  • Distance (NM): 14.9
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. Not a designated port of entry; international flights require prior CBP arrangement or must clear customs at a designated POE.

KBUR

  • ICAO: KBUR
  • Name: Bob Hope
  • Distance (NM): 15.5
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. Not a designated port of entry; international flights require prior CBP arrangement or must clear customs at a designated POE.

KSNA

  • ICAO: KSNA
  • Name: John Wayne-Orange Co
  • Distance (NM): 31.3
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

KONT

  • ICAO: KONT
  • Name: Ontario Intl
  • Distance (NM): 40.7
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

KSBA

  • ICAO: KSBA
  • Name: Santa Barbara Mun
  • Distance (NM): 76.8
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

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United States Permit Requirements

Fast Landing: 1d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A
  • Landing Lead Time: 60 minutes minimum (eAPIS manifest before departure); recommend 24-48 hours for CBP port notification
Private / GA Operations:

No permits required for private non-revenue flights. eAPIS manifest mandatory for all international arrivals/departures.

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at KLAX?
The tower frequency at Los Angeles Intl is 119.8 MHz.
What fuel is available at KLAX?
Los Angeles Intl offers Jet A-1.
Does KLAX require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Los Angeles Intl (United States).