How much does the LAX FlyAway bus cost?

The LAX FlyAway bus costs $12.75 each way. Cash is not accepted on board — buy tickets online at flylax.com/flyaway or from kiosks at the terminal.

Where does the LAX FlyAway bus go?

As of 2026, the FlyAway operates two routes: Union Station (Downtown LA) and Van Nuys (San Fernando Valley). Both run every 15 minutes from 5 AM to 11 PM.

Is the LAX FlyAway bus worth it?

The FlyAway is excellent value for solo travelers heading to Downtown LA or the Valley. For destinations like Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Hollywood, or Malibu — or for families with luggage — a private transfer is typically the better option.

The LAX FlyAway Bus 2026 — Routes, Fares, Is It Worth It?

$12.75 non-stop from LAX to Union Station. No surge, no LAX-it shuttle, picks up at every terminal. Here's the full honest review.

What Is the LAX FlyAway Bus?

The LAX FlyAway bus is an airport-operated non-stop coach service connecting LAX to select Los Angeles destinations. It's not a shared-ride shuttle, not a local city bus, and not a hotel shuttle. It's a dedicated airport express bus service that picks up from every terminal at LAX and goes directly — no stops, no detours — to its destination.

It's run by Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA), the same authority that runs LAX itself, making it one of the most reliable ground transportation options at the airport. Unlike rideshares, there's no surge pricing. Unlike Metro, there are no transfers. Unlike taxis, there's no LAX-it shuffle.

Routes, Schedule, and Fares

Route	Destination	Frequency	Fare	Journey Time
FlyAway — Union Station	Downtown LA	Every 15 min, 5AM–11PM	$12.75	35–55 min
FlyAway — Van Nuys	San Fernando Valley	Every 15 min, 5AM–11PM	$12.75	40–65 min

Important: The Hollywood and Long Beach FlyAway routes were discontinued and have not been reinstated as of March 2026. Currently only the Union Station and Van Nuys routes operate.

Payment: Buy tickets online at flylax.com/flyaway, from kiosks in the baggage claim area, or at the terminal FlyAway stop. Cash is not accepted on board. Pre-purchasing online is recommended.

Step-by-Step: How to Board the FlyAway at LAX

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Collect your bags and exit to the lower/arrivals levelUnlike the LAX-it shuttle, you don't need to go to a separate lot. The FlyAway picks up directly at each terminal.
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Look for the blue FlyAway signs on the inner islandOn the lower/arrivals level, walk to the inner lane (not the outer curb where private vehicles pick up).
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Confirm the correct busThe front window displays the destination. Make sure you board the Union Station bus if that's where you're going — not the Van Nuys bus.
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Show your pre-purchased ticket or buy from the kioskCard payment only — no cash on board.
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Board, stow luggage in the undercarriage, and rideBuses have undercarriage storage for checked bags and overhead space for carry-ons. No extra luggage fee.

FlyAway Pros and Cons

Pros	Cons
✅ Affordable at $12.75	❌ Only 2 destinations (Union Station + Van Nuys)
✅ No LAX-it shuttle required	❌ Service ends at 11 PM
✅ No surge pricing — ever	❌ May need another ride from Union Station to hotel
✅ Picks up at every terminal	❌ Not useful for Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Hollywood
✅ Non-stop to destination	❌ Not door-to-door service
✅ No extra luggage fees	❌ No meet & greet, no luggage assistance
✅ Reliable, airport-operated	❌ Not ideal for families with small children
✅ Comfortable coach seating	❌ May wait up to 15 min if you just missed one

Who Should Take the FlyAway Bus?

Perfect for: Solo travelers headed toward Union Station, Downtown LA, the Arts District, Little Tokyo, Koreatown, or anywhere within a short Metro ride or Uber from Union Station. Also great for the Van Nuys area and San Fernando Valley.

Not ideal for: Travelers heading to Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Malibu, Hollywood, Studio City. Families with young children who need help with strollers and multiple bags. Late-night arrivals (service ends at 11 PM). For these travelers, a pre-booked iRide360 transfer is the better option.

FlyAway vs. Metro vs. Private Transfer

	FlyAway	Metro	iRide360
Cost	$12.75	$1.75	From $55 (fixed)
Pickup at terminal	✅ Yes	Free shuttle to station	✅ Inside baggage claim
Door-to-door?	❌ No	❌ No (multiple transfers)	✅ Yes
Surge pricing?	✅ None	✅ None	✅ None (fixed)
Good with luggage?	✅ Yes (undercarriage)	⚠️ Manageable light bags	✅ Yes (driver assists)
Works for families?	⚠️ Acceptable	❌ Difficult	✅ Best option
Late-night service?	❌ Ends 11 PM	❌ Ends ~1 AM	✅ 24/7
Best for...	Solo to DTLA/Van Nuys	Extreme budget, light bags	Everyone else

Tips for a Smooth FlyAway Ride

Pre-purchase your ticket online. Kiosk queues at the FlyAway stop can back up after a busy landing wave.

Check the schedule before landing. Buses run every 15 minutes. Knowing the schedule helps you walk efficiently.

For the Valley option: Van Nuys is a major transit hub for the San Fernando Valley. From Van Nuys station you can connect to Metrolink, city buses, and local rideshares for the final leg to Encino, Sherman Oaks, and Studio City.

Not Going to Union Station? iRide360 Goes Anywhere.

The FlyAway is great if you're headed to Downtown LA. For everywhere else — Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Malibu, Hollywood, the Valley — iRide360 goes door to door. Same fixed price, inside pickup, no connections needed.

✅ All of LA Covered✅ No Transfers✅ Meet & Greet Inside✅ Fixed Price

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