Updated: October 11, 2024

LAX Terminal 1 Map & Guide

This page is dedicated to providing information about Terminal 1 at Los Angeles Airport. You will find general information about the terminal, along with how to access and use our interactive terminal maps.

Terminal 1 Info & Layout

Terminal 1 at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) primarily handles domestic flights. Southwest Airlines is the major operator here, with a point-to-point route structure. Other airlines with check-in facilities include Air Transat, Allegiant Air, Breeze Airways, Condor, Cayman Airways, Frontier, Sun Country Airlines, and VivaAerobús. Passengers for these airlines board a shuttle to the West Gates of the Tom Bradley International Terminal after clearing security.

Terminal 1 features 14 gates: Gates 9, 11A, 11B, 12A, 12B, 13–16, 17A, 17B, 18A, 18B, and a bus gate. The terminal underwent major renovations in 2018 and an expansion in 2021, which added a post-security bridge to Terminal 2 and a bus gate for connections to the Tom Bradley International Terminal.

Amenities in Terminal 1 include updated security screening areas, baggage handling improvements, and various dining and shopping options. The terminal is accessible via LAX Shuttle route A buses, which connect all terminals. By December 2025, the LAX Automated People Mover will offer additional landside connections.

Terminal 1 is noteworthy for its efficient layout and recent updates, making it a convenient choice for domestic travelers at LAX.

To familiarize yourself with the terminal, explore the LAX Airport main map page.

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Using the Terminal 1 Map

First, scroll down on this page to the map image. Then, tap or click on the image or button to choose your terminal or locate parking facilities. A window will open with an interactive map, allowing you to pan and zoom to a specific gate, or amenity. You can also use the search feature to highlight the location on the map of gates, restaurants, lounges, security checkpoints, baggage claim areas and more. In addition, get directions from one location to another, which is very handy when you know your arrival and departure gate for a connection!

IMPORTANT: If using a mobile phone, please check that you are using the latest software (e.g. iOS) version for the best results.

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Los Angeles Airport Terminal 1 Map

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