Last Updated on July 28, 2026 by Daniel Globe
Alaska Airlines check-in at Los Angeles International Airport is in Terminal 6, where most Alaska departures use gates 60–69. Hawaiian Airlines also checks in at Terminal 6 as part of the airlines’ shared airport operation. Because international arrivals and last-minute gate assignments can differ, confirm the terminal shown in the Alaska Hawaiian app before traveling to LAX.
Quick Answer
Alaska Airlines check-in and most departures at LAX are in Terminal 6, which uses gates 60–69. Hawaiian Airlines also checks in there. International arrivals may use Terminal 6 or the Tom Bradley International Terminal, so confirm your flight in the Alaska Hawaiian app before leaving for the airport.
Key Takeaways
- Alaska Airlines check-in is in LAX Terminal 6, and most flights depart from gates 60–69.
- Hawaiian Airlines also uses the Terminal 6 check-in lobby.
- International Alaska arrivals may use Terminal 6 or Terminal B, so check your itinerary before pickup.
- The Alaska Lounge is on the Terminal 6 mezzanine near Gate 64, but access depends on membership, itinerary, or pass eligibility.
- All LAX terminals are connected by post-security walking routes; the curbside Terminal Connector shuttle is outside security.
- Standard Uber and Lyft pickups are at LAX-it next to Terminal 1, not at the Terminal 6 curb.
Terminal 6 at a Glance
| Alaska Check-in | Terminal 6 |
| Terminal 6 Gates | Gates 60–69 |
| International Arrivals | Terminal 6 or Terminal B; confirm with Alaska |
| Recommended Arrival | At least 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights |
| Alaska Lounge | Mezzanine level near Gate 64 |
| Rideshare Pickup | LAX-it next to Terminal 1; use the free shuttle from the Lower/Arrivals Level |
| Terminal Connections | Walk post-security; allow about 10–15 minutes per adjacent terminal |
Where Alaska Airlines Is Located at LAX
According to the current official LAX airline-location map, Alaska Airlines passengers check in at Terminal 6. The terminal contains gates 60 through 69 and is also used by Hawaiian Airlines, Horizon Air, Air Canada, Breeze Airways, Porter Airlines, and Southern Airways Express.
Most Alaska departures and domestic arrivals use Terminal 6. However, LAX advises that Alaska international passengers may arrive at either Terminal 6 or the Tom Bradley International Terminal, also called Terminal B. Anyone meeting an arriving passenger should check the live flight status instead of assuming baggage claim will always be in Terminal 6.
Alaska and Hawaiian share lobby operations at LAX, and their combined passenger-service system now supports shared check-in technology, bag-tag kiosks, flight management, and boarding-pass features through the Alaska Hawaiian app. The airlines still retain their individual brands, including Alaska’s flights to domestic destinations, Hawaii, and Mexico.
Note: Terminal and gate assignments can change because of operations, construction, or international-arrival requirements. Check the Alaska Hawaiian app and the LAX departure boards on the day of travel.
Getting to LAX Terminal 6
Driving and Passenger Drop-Off
Drivers dropping off an Alaska passenger should follow signs for Terminal 6 and use the Upper/Departures Level. LAX’s Terminal 6 guidance also describes an airport-entry shortcut toward Terminals 6–8, but traffic patterns can change during construction. Follow posted airport signs rather than relying only on a saved route.
Private vehicles collecting arriving passengers normally use the Lower/Arrivals Level. Because curb space is limited, the driver should wait until the passenger has collected all bags and is ready at the curb. LAX also operates a cell-phone waiting lot for drivers who arrive early.
Parking Near Terminal 6
LAX terminal parking structures are located across from the passenger terminals. Parking Structure 6 is the closest numbered structure to Terminal 6, although available entrances and spaces can vary. Official terminal parking is generally a short walk from check-in, and travelers can review availability or prebook through the official LAX parking site.
Uber, Lyft, and Taxi Pickup
Standard Uber and Lyft pickups do not take place at the Terminal 6 curb. After collecting your bags, go to the Lower/Arrivals Level and wait by a green LAX-it shuttle sign. The free shuttle travels to the LAX-it pickup lot next to Terminal 1. Walking is also possible, but it is a long route from Terminal 6 for travelers with luggage.
Ride-app vehicles may drop departing passengers directly at Terminal 6 on the Upper/Departures Level. Taxi pickup is available at LAX-it and at selected additional airport locations listed on the official LAX ground-transportation page.
Warning: Do not request a standard Uber or Lyft while standing at the Terminal 6 arrivals curb. Follow the green signs and wait until you are heading toward LAX-it before confirming the pickup point in the app.
FlyAway and Other Airport Shuttles
FlyAway buses and several airport shuttle services use marked stops on the Lower/Arrivals Level. Stop colors and temporary locations may change during construction, so read the curbside signs carefully and check the service’s current schedule before leaving baggage claim.
Check-in and Bag Drop
Online and Mobile Check-in
You can check in through Alaska’s website or the Alaska Hawaiian app beginning up to 24 hours before departure. The app can display your boarding pass, gate, boarding group, flight status, and bag options. Travelers with carry-on baggage only can normally proceed to security once they have a valid boarding pass.
Self-Service Kiosks
Self-service kiosks and bag-tag stations are available in the Terminal 6 check-in lobby. Scan your boarding pass or follow the on-screen instructions to print a boarding pass or checked-bag tag. Staffed counters remain available for travelers who need document checks, accessibility assistance, special-item handling, or help completing check-in.
Bag Drop and Cutoff Times
After attaching any required bag tags, take checked luggage to the designated Alaska or shared bag-drop counter. Oversized luggage, sporting equipment, pets, and some international itineraries may require an agent.
Airport arrival guidance is not the same as the final bag-acceptance cutoff. Alaska requires passengers to have a valid boarding pass and submit checked bags before the cutoff for the departure airport. Review the current check-in and boarding cutoff rules before traveling, especially for an international flight or a trip involving special baggage.
Note: Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in LAX public departure areas and baggage claim. Check-in kiosks are located in the ticketing lobby rather than at every point throughout Terminal 6.
Security Checkpoint at Terminal 6
The Terminal 6 TSA checkpoint is beyond the ticketing and check-in lobby. Wait times can change quickly, especially during early-morning departures, holidays, and periods when nearby checkpoints or lanes are affected by construction.
Alaska generally recommends arriving at least two hours before a domestic departure and three hours before an international departure. Travelers should allow additional time when checking bags, traveling with children or pets, requesting assistance, or moving through LAX during a peak travel period.
If TSA PreCheck appears on your boarding pass, follow the signs for the available PreCheck lane. TSA PreCheck passengers generally receive expedited screening and can leave compliant liquids and laptops in their bags while keeping belts, light jackets, and shoes on. Lane availability and operating hours can change, so follow checkpoint signs and officer instructions.
Review the TSA security-screening guidance before packing, and check the official LAX security wait-times page on the day of departure.
Pro Tip: Add your Known Traveler Number to your Alaska or Atmos Rewards profile before check-in. Confirm that the TSA PreCheck indicator appears on the boarding pass before joining the expedited lane.
Alaska Lounge at LAX Terminal 6
The Alaska Lounge is on the Terminal 6 mezzanine level near Gate 64. Alaska currently lists its regular hours as 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily, although hours and admission can change because of operational needs.
The lounge offers rotating food and snacks, coffee, soft drinks, alcoholic beverages where permitted, fast Wi-Fi, electrical outlets, seating, and concierge assistance. The official amenities page does not list shower rooms at the LAX location.
| Airport | Location | Published Hours | Pass Availability |
| Seattle-Tacoma International Airport | C, D, and North Satellite locations | Varies by lounge | Subject to current rules and capacity |
| Los Angeles International Airport | Terminal 6 mezzanine near Gate 64 | 5 a.m.–11 p.m. daily | Single-entry passes may be sold when space is available |
| Portland International Airport | South Hall mezzanine | 4:30 a.m.–10:30 p.m. daily | Subject to current rules and capacity |
Who Can Use the Alaska Lounge?
Access is not included with every First Class ticket or elite status. Eligible travelers can include Alaska Lounge or Lounge+ members, qualifying oneworld premium-cabin and elite passengers, and passengers on eligible paid or award First or Business Class itineraries operated by Alaska or Hawaiian.
For complimentary Alaska or Hawaiian premium-cabin access, the itinerary generally must include an eligible flight of at least 2,000 miles that day. Complimentary or paid upgrades within the United States, Canada, or Mexico do not automatically receive free entry. Single-entry passes may be sold at LAX on a space-available basis.
Because lounge rules are detailed and can change, review the official lounge location and hours and lounge-access policies for your exact ticket before relying on access.
Dining and Shopping in Terminal 6
Terminal 6 has quick-service counters, coffee shops, bars, sit-down restaurants, newsstands, duty-free shopping, and travel-accessory stores. The current official directory lists food and beverage options such as:
- Starbucks Evenings
- The Marketplace by Wolfgang Puck, including The Kitchen, The Wine Bar, and WPizza
- California Pizza Kitchen
- Earthbar
- Point the Way Cafe
- Peet’s Coffee
- The Habit Burger Grill
- Wahoo’s Fish Taco
- Club 42 Tequila Bar & Bites
Retail options shown on the Terminal 6 map include DFS Duty Free, Sunset News, See’s Candies, Market 8600, MAC, Gameway, Belkin, M.Fredric, and Los Angeles Magazine News. Store hours can vary with flight schedules, and a listed business may not be open for every early or late departure.
Because LAX terminals are connected after security, a passenger with enough time and a same-day boarding pass can also walk to dining and retail options in another terminal. Leave enough time to return to the correct gate before boarding.
Alaska Airlines Gate Information
Terminal 6 uses gates 60–69, but the exact gate can change before departure. Check the Alaska Hawaiian app, the boarding pass, and the flight-information displays throughout the terminal. Do not rely only on the gate printed when you first checked in.
Electrical outlets and charging options are available in Terminal 6 gate and lounge areas, but an outlet may not be available beside every seat. Charge important devices before arriving and carry the correct charging cable or power bank in your hand luggage.
Alaska Airlines Boarding Process
Alaska uses preboarding, First Class priority boarding, and lettered groups. Current main-cabin groups run from A through F, and the correct letter appears on the boarding pass.
First Class and eligible priority passengers board before the main groups. Current group placement can also depend on Atmos Rewards status, military eligibility, Premium Class seating, eligible credit-card benefits, seat area, or a Saver fare. Families with children under age two are included in an early group under Alaska’s current process.
Alaska advises travelers to be at the gate and ready to board at least 50 minutes before departure. Watch the gate display and wait until your group is called. Passengers who need assistance or additional boarding time should speak with the gate agent before boarding begins.
See Alaska’s current group boarding guide for the full A–F breakdown.
Connecting Flights at LAX
Ticketed passengers can walk between all LAX terminals after security. From Terminal 6, a post-security tunnel connects to Terminal 5, while walkways connect toward Terminals 7 and 8. Continuing through the airport’s connected corridors provides access to Terminal B and the northside terminals without intentionally exiting to the public curb.
LAX advises allowing approximately 10–15 minutes to walk between each adjacent terminal.
The complete post-security route from Terminal 1 to Terminal 8 is about two miles, so a connection several terminals away can take much longer than one adjacent-terminal walk. Allow time for crowds, elevators, moving walkways, and finding the next gate.
LAX also operates a Terminal Connector shuttle from the Lower/Arrivals Level beneath pink “LAX Shuttles” signs. This is a landside curb shuttle. Using it means leaving the secure terminal area, and you may have to pass through TSA screening again at the destination terminal. For a normal connection between ticketed flights, the post-security walking route is usually the better choice.
If arriving from another country, follow Customs and Border Protection, baggage, and airline signs. Depending on the itinerary, you may need to collect and recheck baggage and clear security before continuing to the next gate.
Warning: Do not leave the secure area to catch the curbside Terminal Connector shuttle unless your route or an airport employee directs you to do so. Walking post-security usually avoids an unnecessary second security screening.
Services and Amenities in LAX Terminal 6
The official Terminal 6 map lists the following traveler services:
- Complimentary LAX Wi-Fi
- Charging and electrical outlets in selected seating and lounge areas
- A nursing room
- A post-security pet-relief area near Gate 62
- Accessible and all-gender restrooms
- Water fountains and water dispensers
- ATMs and currency exchange
- Flight-information displays
- Information services and luggage carts on the arrivals level
Terminal 6 does not have LAX’s dedicated children’s play area. That play area is in the Great Hall of the Tom Bradley International Terminal. Families with a long layover may be able to walk there after security, but they should account for the return trip to Terminal 6.
Alaska also provides a supervised travel program for eligible unaccompanied minors. Review the current age, fee, itinerary, identification, and adult drop-off requirements before arriving at LAX, because children traveling alone require additional check-in time.
Accessibility for Passengers with Disabilities
Terminal 6 includes accessible restrooms, elevators, ramps, curb areas, and designated airport services. Passengers who need wheelchair help or assistance reaching the gate should request it through Alaska before travel and confirm the request at check-in.
Travelers with disabilities, medical conditions, or concerns about checkpoint screening can contact TSA Cares. TSA recommends requesting coordinated checkpoint support at least 72 hours before travel when possible. A traveler can also ask for a Passenger Support Specialist or supervisory TSA officer at the checkpoint.
LAX-it shuttles are wheelchair accessible. Travelers using airline wheelchair assistance can ask to be escorted to the LAX-it shuttle stop after collecting their baggage.
Tips for Navigating LAX Terminal 6
- Confirm the terminal twice: Check when leaving home and again before entering the airport loop.
- Use the Alaska Hawaiian app: Enable alerts for gate, boarding, delay, and baggage updates.
- Arrive early: Plan for at least two hours before a domestic flight and three before an international flight.
- Check live TSA waits: A short wait shown earlier in the day may change before you arrive.
- Eat before the boarding rush: Restaurant lines may increase around groups of closely timed departures.
- Keep essential documents accessible: Have your identification, boarding pass, and any international documents ready.
- Allow connection time: Budget about 10–15 minutes for each adjacent terminal, plus time to locate the gate.
- Follow airport signs: Construction may temporarily change vehicle lanes, shuttle stops, and walking routes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What terminal is Alaska Airlines in at LAX?
Alaska Airlines check-in is in Terminal 6 at LAX, and most Alaska departures use Terminal 6 gates 60–69. International arrivals may use Terminal 6 or Terminal B, so confirm the arrival terminal with Alaska.
Does Hawaiian Airlines also use Terminal 6?
Yes. Hawaiian Airlines shares the Terminal 6 check-in lobby with Alaska Airlines at LAX. Always check the boarding pass for the final departure gate or international-arrival terminal.
How early should I arrive for an Alaska Airlines flight at LAX?
Plan to arrive at least two hours before a domestic flight and three hours before an international flight. Allow more time when checking bags, traveling during a holiday, requesting assistance, or carrying special items.
Is there a specific Alaska Airlines check-in area in Terminal 6?
Yes. Alaska uses the Terminal 6 ticketing and check-in lobby, which includes kiosks, bag-tag stations, bag-drop counters, and staffed customer-service positions.
Where is the Alaska Lounge at LAX?
The Alaska Lounge is on the Terminal 6 mezzanine near Gate 64. Published hours are 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily, but hours and entry can change.
Does an Alaska First Class ticket include lounge access at LAX?
Not every First Class ticket qualifies. Complimentary access generally requires an eligible paid or award Alaska or Hawaiian premium-cabin itinerary with at least one flight of 2,000 miles or more that day. Upgrades do not automatically qualify, and passes remain subject to space.
Can I walk from Terminal 6 to other LAX terminals without clearing security again?
Yes. LAX terminals are connected by post-security pedestrian routes. Terminal 6 connects to Terminal 5 through a tunnel and toward Terminals 7 and 8 by walkway. Allow about 10–15 minutes for each adjacent terminal.
Where do I get an Uber or Lyft after arriving at Terminal 6?
Collect your bags, go to the Lower/Arrivals Level, and wait under a green LAX-it sign. Take the free shuttle to the LAX-it lot next to Terminal 1, then follow the ride app’s pickup instructions.
What amenities are available in Terminal 6?
Terminal 6 has restaurants, shops, complimentary Wi-Fi, a nursing room, a post-security pet-relief area, water facilities, accessible restrooms, currency exchange, ATMs, charging options, and the Alaska Lounge. The dedicated LAX children’s play area is in Terminal B, not Terminal 6.
Sources
- LAX Airline Location Map — confirms Alaska and Hawaiian check-in at Terminal 6, the international-arrival caveat, terminal walking estimates, and curbside shuttle location.
- LAX Terminal 6 Information — confirms gate numbers, airlines, post-security tunnels, terminal access, and modernization details.
- Alaska and Hawaiian Single Passenger Service System — confirms the shared app, LAX lobby integration, bag-tag kiosks, Atmos Rewards references, and A–F boarding groups.
- Alaska Lounge Locations and Hours and Alaska Lounge Policies — confirm the LAX lounge location, hours, pass availability, and eligibility rules.
- LAX Ground Transportation — confirms terminal drop-off, LAX-it rideshare pickup, shuttle instructions, taxis, rental-car transportation, and other ground services.
- Transportation Security Administration Security Screening — supports TSA PreCheck procedures, security preparation, and checkpoint guidance.
