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Security Checkpoints at Los Angeles International (LAX)

Complete terminal-by-terminal breakdown of TSA security checkpoints at Los Angeles International in Los Angeles, California.

Live Checkpoint Status

Real-time open/closed status updated every 5 minutes

Checkpoint 82

SuitesClosed

Terminal 1

Terminal 1 CheckpointOpen

Terminal 2

Terminal 2 CheckpointOpen

Terminal 3

Terminal 3 CheckpointOpen

Terminal 4

Terminal 4A CheckpointOpen

Terminal 5

Terminal 5 CheckpointOpen
Terminal 5A CheckpointClosed

Terminal 6

Terminal 6 CheckpointOpen

Terminal 7 8

Terminal 7 CheckpointOpen

Terminal TBIT

Tom Bradley Int'l TerminalOpen

All Terminal Checkpoints

TerminalCheckpointPreCheck
Checkpoint 82Suites
1Terminal 1 Checkpoint
2Terminal 2 Checkpoint
3Terminal 3 Checkpoint
4Terminal 4A Checkpoint
5Terminal 5 Checkpoint
Terminal 5A Checkpoint
6Terminal 6 Checkpoint
7 8Terminal 7 Checkpoint
TBITTom Bradley Int'l Terminal

Tips for LAX Security Checkpoints

  • 1.Check which terminal your airline uses before heading to security — each terminal has its own checkpoint.
  • 2.If you have TSA PreCheck, verify the checkpoint you're using has a PreCheck lane open.
  • 3.During off-peak hours, some checkpoints may close. Check the live status above before heading to the airport.
  • 4.Have your boarding pass and ID ready before entering the security line to speed up the process.