LAX · International Arrivals
Tom Bradley International Pickup at LAX
Flying into LAX from abroad? Here is exactly where your chauffeur meets you at Tom Bradley International Terminal (TBIT), how long they wait while you clear customs, and what it costs. Flat rates from $45.
45 min
Free wait from landing
Step by Step
From the Plane to Your Car
1
Before you fly
Book with your airline and flight number. Before pickup you receive your chauffeur's name, phone number, vehicle and license plate, and we track your flight live from takeoff.
2
Clear passport control and customs
Take your time. Your 45 minutes of free wait starts when your plane lands, not at your booked time, so a long customs line is already planned for.
3
Meet your chauffeur
Curbside (free): follow the Ground Transportation signs out to the arrivals level, cross to the second curb, and text your chauffeur the pillar number you are standing at. Meet & greet: your chauffeur waits for you in the arrivals area right after you exit customs, holding a sign with your name.
4
Ride to your door
Your chauffeur loads your luggage and drives you to your hotel or home at the flat rate you booked: no surge pricing, tolls included.
Curbside · Free
Second curb, arrivals level
Follow the Ground Transportation signs, cross to the second curb, and text your chauffeur your pillar number. The car pulls up in front of you.
Meet & Greet · $45 + parking
Inside, right after customs
Your chauffeur waits in the arrivals area as you exit customs, with a sign showing your name, helps with luggage and walks you to the car.
FAQ
Tom Bradley International Pickup — Common Questions
Where do I meet my chauffeur at Tom Bradley International Terminal?
You choose one of two meeting points when you book. Curbside pickup is the free default: after passport control, customs and baggage claim, follow the Ground Transportation signs out to the arrivals level, cross to the second curb, and text your chauffeur the pillar number you are standing at, so the car pulls up right in front of you. Meet and greet is a $45 add-on, plus airport parking: your chauffeur waits for you inside, in the arrivals area right after you exit customs, holding a sign with your name, then walks you to the car parked across the street. Either way, you receive your chauffeur's name, phone number, vehicle and license plate before pickup, and your flight is tracked live. Meet and greet is a good choice for first-time visitors, elderly travelers, and families with a lot of luggage. CPUC licensed (TCP #37478), serving LAX since 2008.
What if passport control and customs take a long time?
International arrivals at LAX include 45 minutes of complimentary wait time, and the window starts when your plane lands, not at the time you booked, so a normal customs line is already covered. Your chauffeur tracks your flight live and is ready when you come out. If you are still in line after the free window, extra wait time is billed in 15-minute increments, and dispatch confirms any extra charge with you before it is applied. You never pay for the flight delay itself. If you can, send your chauffeur a quick text when you reach baggage claim; you have their phone number before you land. If your flight will be more than 2 hours late, call (855) 255-2557 so dispatch can confirm your new pickup time. Sedan rates from LAX start at $45, flat, with no surge pricing. CPUC licensed (TCP #37478), serving LAX since 2008.
How much is a car service from Tom Bradley International to my hotel?
Every ride from Tom Bradley International is a flat rate per vehicle, not per person, set before you book. A private sedan from LAX is $95 to Santa Monica, $110 to Beverly Hills, $110 to Downtown Los Angeles, $110 to Hollywood, $115 to Universal Studios Hollywood, and $145 to the Disneyland Resort hotels. Larger vehicles, from a Midsize SUV to the Cadillac Escalade and Mercedes Sprinter vans for groups, are flat too. There is no surge pricing and no fuel surcharge, and tolls are included. Pickups at LAX add a $5 airport ticket fee. Curbside pickup is free; meet and greet inside the terminal is a $45 add-on, plus airport parking. Gratuity is not built in. All prices are in US dollars and shown in full before you pay. CPUC licensed (TCP #37478), serving LAX since 2008.
What if my international flight lands early or late?
Your chauffeur tracks your flight live and adjusts the pickup automatically, whether you land early or late, so you do not need to call us for small changes. The 45 minutes of complimentary wait time for international arrivals always starts when your plane actually lands, so a late arrival never costs you waiting time, and there is never a charge for the delay itself. If your flight will be more than 2 hours late, or it is cancelled or re-routed to another airport, call (855) 255-2557 or text (323) 552-9847 and dispatch will confirm your new pickup. Our 24/7 dispatch office is less than 1 mile from the LAX terminals, so a chauffeur is never far away. Flights landing between 11:30 PM and 3:00 AM carry a $35 after-midnight fee, shown at checkout. CPUC licensed (TCP #37478), serving LAX since 2008.
Can I reach MGCLS on WhatsApp from abroad?
Yes. Many international travelers prefer WhatsApp, so you can message LAX Car Service - MGCLS on WhatsApp at +1 (310) 291-6767, from anywhere in the world, to ask a question or check on your booking before you fly. You can also call our 24/7 dispatch at (855) 255-2557, text (323) 552-9847, or book online. Once you land, the quickest way to reach your chauffeur is the phone number we send you before pickup, which you can call or text from the baggage claim area. Every booking is confirmed in writing with your pickup time, meeting point, vehicle and flat price, so there are no surprises when you arrive. International arrivals include 45 minutes of free wait time from landing, and flights are tracked live. Prices are in US dollars, shown in full before you pay. CPUC licensed (TCP #37478), serving LAX since 2008.
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