Los Angeles & Orange County
LAX to Malibu Car Service
Artisan Limo's LAX to Malibu car service picks you up at the LAX terminal curb and drives you to your Malibu home, hotel or event, along Pacific Coast Highway, or inland to Calabasas in a private sedan, SUV or Sprinter van. Your chauffeur tracks your flight, loads your bags and takes you straight to the door. You see the complete price before you book. Rides start from $135. Book online or call (888) 850-0420.
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Curbside pickup at LAX · Flight tracking · About 27–28 miles · Price shown before you book
- LAX to Malibu
- Rides start from $135. You see the complete price before you book.LAX to Malibu rates
- Malibu and Calabasas
- About 27–28 miles to Malibu and about 33 miles to Calabasas by Google Maps. Drive time depends on traffic.The route at a glance
- Curbside pickup at LAX
- Your chauffeur tracks your flight, loads your bags and takes you straight to the door.How your LAX pickup works
National rate card
LAX to Malibu rates
Malibu rides use Artisan's standard rate card. Your price depends on the exact address, time and vehicle. Sedans seat 2 passengers with 3 bags; SUVs seat 6 passengers with 6 bags.
| Vehicle | Starting from |
|---|---|
| Executive Sedan | $135 |
| Executive SUV — Suburban | $155 |
| Luxury SUV — Escalade | $185 |
| Luxury Sedan — S-Class/7 Series | $235 |
Optional meet-and-greet: $25 for eligible airport arrivals.
- Starting fares are the minimum for each vehicle class, not a fixed airport or destination fare. Your complete price depends on the exact addresses, time and options, and you see it before you book. Required trip costs are included. Gratuity is optional.
- 3-hour minimum for hourly service. Hourly service starts at $120 an hour.
Route
The route at a glance
Distances from Google Maps. Drive time depends on traffic and time of day, and your chauffeur picks the best route for the traffic at the time. Your chauffeur checks Pacific Coast Highway conditions before the ride.
| From | Driving distance | Main route |
|---|---|---|
| LAX to Malibu | About 27–28 miles | I-405 North and Pacific Coast Highway (CA-1) |
| LAX to Calabasas | About 33 miles | I-405 North and US-101 North |
LAX pickup
How your LAX pickup works
More on LAX pickups: LAX car service.
Add your flight number
We track your flight in real time, so your pickup follows your actual landing.
Collect your bags
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.
Meet your chauffeur at the curb
According to LAX, car services pick up at the outermost curb on the arrivals level outside baggage claim. Taxis and standard ride apps use the LAX-it lot instead. With the $25 meet-and-greet, your chauffeur waits inside the terminal.
Ride to your door in Malibu
Want a planned stop on the way? Add it when you book so it's part of your price.
Where we drive
Where we drive in Malibu
Carbon Beach and Malibu Colony
Beachfront homes along PCH.
Malibu Pier and the Civic Center
Restaurants, shopping and the pier.
Point Dume and Zuma Beach
Homes and beaches further west.
Pepperdine University
Campus visits and events.
Malibu wineries and event venues
Weddings and private events, by hourly service or written quote.
Calabasas and Hidden Hills
Homes and offices inland off the 101.
Calabasas
Calabasas and the Valley side
Calabasas is about 33 miles from LAX by Google Maps, on the I-405 and US-101. Flying privately? Van Nuys Airport serves the Valley; see Van Nuys Airport car service. Stopping in Santa Monica on the way? See LAX to Santa Monica car service. Going further, to Santa Barbara or beyond? See long distance car service Los Angeles.
Compare options
Car service, rideshare or shuttle?
Rideshare prices change with demand. With Artisan you see the full price before you book and a professional chauffeur drives.
| Option | Where it picks up at LAX | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Artisan car service | Terminal curb | Private, door to door, flight tracking, price shown before you book |
| Taxi or standard Uber/Lyft | LAX-it lot (walk or free shuttle) | Rideshare prices change with demand |
| Shared shuttle | Arrivals level | May stop for other passengers on the way |
| FlyAway bus | Blue FlyAway signs, arrivals level | Goes to Union Station and Van Nuys only ($12.75), so you still need a ride from there |
Return to LAX
Malibu to LAX
For your departure, enter your Malibu address and flight time. Your chauffeur arrives at the time you choose, waits 15 minutes at your door on a point-to-point booking, and drops you at your airline's departure level.
Vehicles
Choose your vehicle
Sprinters, Mini Coaches and Motorcoaches are priced by written quote for your date and group.
Child seats are available in SUVs only, up to 2 per vehicle. Request them in advance with each child's age, weight and height. Child seats are subject to availability.
| Vehicle | Passengers | Bags | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Sedan | Up to 2 passengers | Up to 3 bags | Solo travelers and couples |
| Luxury Sedan (S-Class / 7 Series) | Up to 2 passengers | Up to 3 bags | Executives and VIP guests |
| Executive SUV (Suburban) | Up to 6 passengers | Up to 6 bags | Families, child seats, extra luggage |
| Luxury SUV (Escalade) | Up to 6 passengers | Up to 6 bags | Small groups traveling in style |
| Jet Sprinter | About 8–10 passengers | 4–6 bags | Executive groups and VIP guests |
| Executive Sprinter | About 13 passengers | By layout | Teams and airport groups |
| Limo Sprinter | About 8–17 passengers | 4–6 bags | Nights out, weddings and celebrations |
| Mini Coach | Up to 24 passengers | By coach | Events and guest groups |
| Motorcoach | Up to 56 passengers | By coach | Large events and conferences |
How to book
Book in three steps
Booking for someone else? Choose "Booking for someone else" and enter the passenger's name and phone number. The passenger doesn't get an automatic message. Confirmations go to you, and the concierge uses the passenger's details to coordinate the pickup.
Enter your trip
Pickup, destination, date, time, passengers and bags. For airports, add the flight number.
Review your price
Choose a vehicle, see the complete trip price and send your request. Your card is saved, not charged. Sprinters and coaches get a written quote.
Ride
Artisan confirms your ride and charges the price you accepted. Your chauffeur meets you at the address, or at the airport on your actual arrival time.
Book
Book your LAX to Malibu car service
Enter your flight and Malibu address in the booking form to see your price, or call the concierge at (888) 850-0420.
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Before you book
LAX to Malibu car service FAQ
For your exact route, vehicle and timing, review the trip details and terms before submitting.
Speak with the conciergeHow much is a car service from LAX to Malibu?
With Artisan Limo, rides start from $135 in an Executive Sedan, $155 in a Suburban, $185 in an Escalade and $235 in an S-Class or 7 Series. Your exact price depends on the address and time, and you see it before you book.
How far is Malibu from LAX?
About 27–28 miles to Malibu by Google Maps, by the I-405 and Pacific Coast Highway. Drive time depends on traffic.
How much is an Uber from LAX to Malibu?
It changes with demand, and standard Uber rides pick up at the LAX-it lot. Rideshare prices change with demand. With Artisan you see the full price before you book and a professional chauffeur drives.
What is the cheapest way to get from LAX to Malibu?
Public transit costs the least but needs transfers with luggage. A private car costs more and takes you door to door.
What airport do you fly into for Malibu?
LAX is about 27–28 miles from Malibu by Google Maps. For private flights, Van Nuys Airport is an option, and we pick up there too.
Do you drive to Calabasas?
Yes. Calabasas is about 33 miles from LAX by Google Maps. Enter your address in the booking form to see your price.
Can I cancel my ride?
Standard confirmed transfers get a full refund when you cancel at least 48 hours before pickup. Inside 48 hours, any refund is at Artisan's discretion. Group programs use 7 days.
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Policies and planning
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