Airport Code

LAX

Los Angeles International Airport

ICAO: KLAX

About Los Angeles International Airport Airport

Los Angeles International Airport (IATA: LAX, ICAO: KLAX) is an airport located in Los Angeles, United States. It serves as a gateway for both domestic and international travelers to the Los Angeles region.

Passengers should note this airport runs on America/Los_Angeles time. It sits at latitude 33.9425 and longitude -118.4080. If you need alternatives, the closest airports are HHR (Hawthorne, 7.1 km), SMO (Santa Monica, 9.1 km), TOA (Torrance, 16.7 km), LGB (Long Beach, 27.4 km), BUR (Burbank, 29.1 km).

This page offers detailed information about LAX for travelers, pilots, and aviation enthusiasts alike — from current weather conditions to nearby airport alternatives and distance calculations.

Local Time

America/Los_Angeles

Location

Los Angeles

United States

Coordinates

33.9425, -118.4080

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Frequently Asked Questions — LAX

What city is LAX airport in?

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is located in Los Angeles, United States.

What is the ICAO code for Los Angeles International Airport?

The ICAO code for Los Angeles International Airport is KLAX. This code is used by air traffic control and airline operations worldwide.

Where is LAX located?

LAX is located at latitude 33.94250107 and longitude -118.4079971 in Los Angeles, United States.

What timezone is LAX airport in?

Los Angeles International Airport operates in the America/Los_Angeles timezone.

What does the airport code LAX stand for?

The IATA code LAX is the three-letter identifier assigned to Los Angeles International Airport by the International Air Transport Association. You will find this code on your boarding pass, luggage tags, and flight booking systems.

What is the difference between LAX and KLAX?

LAX is the IATA code (3 letters, used on tickets and baggage) and KLAX is the ICAO code (4 letters, used by pilots and air traffic control) for Los Angeles International Airport.

What is the weather like at LAX airport?

You can check the current weather conditions at LAX airport at the top of this page. We provide real-time temperature data powered by Open-Meteo.

What airports are near LAX?

The closest airports to LAX are: HHR (Hawthorne, 7.1 km), SMO (Santa Monica, 9.1 km), TOA (Torrance, 16.7 km), LGB (Long Beach, 27.4 km), BUR (Burbank, 29.1 km).