Guide · Updated October 2026 · By Artisan Limo
LAX-it Pickup Guide
LAX-it (said "LA Exit") is the lot next to Terminal 1 where taxis and standard Uber and Lyft rides pick up passengers at LAX. You reach it on foot or on a free shuttle from the arrivals level. Premium rides such as Uber Black, limousines, town cars and prearranged car services still pick up at the terminal curb. This guide explains how LAX-it works, who uses it and how to skip it. Facts come from LAX's official LAX-it page, checked October 6, 2026.
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- Where LAX-it is
- Next to Terminal 1. Walk, or take the free shuttle from the arrivals level.Where is LAX-it?
- Who picks up there
- Taxis and standard Uber and Lyft rides.Who picks up where
- Who still uses the curb
- Uber Black, limousines, town cars and prearranged car services.How to skip LAX-it
What is LAX-it
What is LAX-it?
LAX-it is the pickup area for taxis and ride apps leaving LAX. LAX moved those pickups out of the terminal loop to cut congestion during the airport's rebuild, which includes a people mover train, new terminals and new parking. As of October 2026, the official LAX page still sends taxi and ride-app pickups to LAX-it.
LAX-it only affects arrivals. Drop-offs for departing flights still happen at the terminal curb, whatever car you take.
Where it is
Where is LAX-it?
LAX-it is next to Terminal 1. LAX-it has restrooms and charging stations. A limited number of taxis also wait inside the terminal area: in Parking Structure 3 between the Tom Bradley International Terminal and Terminal 3, and at the far end of Terminal 7 outside baggage claim.
There are two ways to get to LAX-it:
Walk
Large LAX-it signs mark the route along the sidewalk outside baggage claim. From Terminal 7, signs show you where to cross the street. LAX says you can take luggage carts with you, and there are cart return racks at the lot.
Free shuttle
Find the LAX-it shuttle on the first (arrivals) level outside baggage claim, at the stops with green column wraps. LAX says shuttles come about every 7 minutes, run 24 hours a day, use lanes reserved for airport buses and make no more than two stops before LAX-it.
Who picks up where
LAX Uber pickup: who goes to LAX-it and who picks up at the curb
LAX's own wording: "LAX-it does not affect limousine or executive car pickup."
| Ride type | Where it picks up at LAX |
|---|---|
| Taxis | LAX-it (plus a few at Parking Structure 3 and Terminal 7) |
| Standard Uber and Lyft rides | LAX-it |
| Uber Black, Uber Black SUV, Lyft Lux and Lyft Lux XL | Terminal curb |
| Limousines, town cars and prearranged car services | Outermost curb, first (arrivals) level, outside baggage claim |
| Friends and family in private cars | Outer curb, lower level |
| FlyAway bus | Inside curb, arrivals level |
Uber and Lyft
How to get an Uber or Lyft at LAX
Rideshare prices change with demand. With Artisan you see the full price before you book and a professional chauffeur drives.
Collect your bags
Open the app and follow its directions
LAX says most ride apps give you a code, so you can request your ride while you head to LAX-it.
Walk or take the green LAX-it shuttle from the arrivals level
Meet your driver at the ride-app area in the lot
Kids & luggage
Traveling with kids or lots of luggage
LAX says its LAX-it shuttles have no seat belts to secure a car seat, though there is room behind the driver for children in strollers. That means a shuttle ride with your bags and car seats before your ride even starts. LAX notes that families can be picked up at the terminal curb instead, by a private car or a premium service such as Uber Black.
All LAX-it shuttles are wheelchair accessible. LAX says the larger low-floor buses have ramps and the smaller buses have lifts, and you can contact LAX before you arrive to ask for help boarding.
Skip LAX-it
How to skip LAX-it
Book a car that picks up at the curb. An Artisan chauffeur meets you at the outermost curb on the arrivals level outside your terminal's baggage claim, or inside the terminal with the optional $25 meet-and-greet. There's no shuttle, no lot and no waiting for an app match.
We track your flight in real time, so your pickup follows your actual landing.
Domestic arrivals in a sedan or SUV include 60 minutes of waiting and international arrivals 90 minutes, counted from wheels-down. For Sprinters, vans and coaches, waiting is set in the written quote.
You see the complete price before you book. Rides start from $135 in an Executive Sedan and $155 in a Suburban.
Child seats are available in SUVs, up to 2 per vehicle, requested in advance with each child's age, weight and height, subject to availability.
See rates and book: LAX car service. Comparing costs? See LAX car service vs Uber.
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Skip LAX-it on your next trip
Enter your flight and destination in the booking form to see your price, or call the concierge at (888) 850-0420. Every way to get in and out of the airport: LAX ground transportation. All Los Angeles services: car service Los Angeles.
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LAX-it FAQ
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Speak with the conciergeHow does LAX-it work?
Taxis and standard Uber and Lyft rides don't pick up at the terminals. You walk or take a free shuttle from the arrivals level to the LAX-it lot next to Terminal 1 and meet your ride there.
Is LAX-it still a thing?
Yes. As of October 2026, LAX's official LAX-it page still sends taxi and standard ride-app pickups to the lot.
What does LAX-it mean?
It's said "LA Exit." It's the name of the taxi and ride-app pickup lot at LAX.
Where is the Uber pickup at LAX?
Standard Uber rides pick up at LAX-it, next to Terminal 1. Uber Black and Uber Black SUV pick up at the terminal curb.
Can you walk to the Uber pickup at LAX?
Yes. Signs mark the walking route along the sidewalk outside baggage claim, and you can bring a luggage cart. How long it takes depends on your terminal. The free shuttle is the other option.
How often does the LAX-it shuttle run?
About every 7 minutes, 24 hours a day, according to LAX. Times vary with airport conditions.
Does Uber Black pick up at the LAX curb?
Yes. LAX lists Uber Black, Uber Black SUV, Lyft Lux and Lyft Lux XL among the services that still pick up at the terminal curb.
Can a car service pick me up at the LAX terminal?
Yes. Limousines, town cars and prearranged car services pick up at the outermost curb on the first level outside baggage claim. LAX-it doesn't apply to them.
Does LAX-it affect departures?
No. LAX-it only applies to arriving passengers leaving by taxi or ride app. Every car can still drop you at the terminal for your flight.
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