Long Beach International Airport (LGB)
Long Beach, US 🇺🇸 Large International Airport Scheduled Service
ICAO
KLGB
IATA
LGB
Elevation
60 ft
Region
US-CA
Local Time
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GPS Code: KLGB
Local Code: LGB
Location: 33.816523° N, -118.149891° E
Continent: North America
Type: Large International Airport
Keywords: Daugherty Field
What Travelers Say
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Online Reviews Summary
Long Beach Airport (LGB) consistently receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from travelers, frequently described as a stress-free, efficient, and charming alternative to larger Southern California airports like LAX. It has been recognized as "America's coolest airport™" and highly ranked by publications like The Washington Post and Condé Nast Traveler for its convenient, easygoing atmosphere and unique features.
What Travelers Love
- Overall Experience & Efficiency: Travelers praise LGB for being small, easy to navigate, and quick to get in and out of. Many highlight the significantly less stressful experience compared to larger hubs.
- Quick Security Wait Times: Security checkpoints are generally fast and efficient, with wait times often reported as minimal (e.g., 3 minutes). Recent improvements in September 2025 added a new security lane and reconfigured the queue layout to further reduce wait times. TSA PreCheck and CLEAR are available.
- Unique Outdoor Ambiance & Historic Terminal: The airport boasts a beautifully remodeled 1941 Historic Terminal and a distinctive outdoor concourse/atrium with palm trees, sunshine, and sometimes live music and a fire pit, offering a relaxed "airport oasis" feel.
- Terminal Facilities & Amenities: There are quality and reasonably priced local dining options, free unlimited Wi-Fi, and ample seating with power/USB outlets. The airport is known for its cleanliness.
- Convenient Parking & Transportation: On-site parking is conveniently located within easy walking distance to the terminal and is generally considered safe. Rental cars, taxis, rideshares, and Long Beach Transit bus services are readily available.
Common Complaints
- No Jet Bridges: Boarding often involves walking out onto the tarmac and using stairs or ramps to access the aircraft. While some find this charming, it can be an inconvenience, especially in rare instances of inclement weather.
- Terminal Size: Some travelers have noted the terminal building can feel too small or undersized during peak times, particularly for the volume of Southwest Airlines operations.
- Valet Car Wash Service: A specific complaint cited a "pathetic" complimentary car wash service when using valet parking, advising against expecting a decent wash.
Long Beach Airport consistently delivers a positive, stress-free, and unique travel experience for those flying in and out of Southern California, making it a highly recommended choice, especially when seeking to avoid the congestion of larger airports. Its modern amenities, efficient operations, and charming outdoor spaces contribute significantly to high traveler satisfaction.
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Airport Routes
Long Beach International Airport (LGB) offers 68 flight routes operated by 9 airlines. Major carriers include Southwest, Hawaiian Airlines, SkyWest and others. Popular destinations from Long Beach include Salt Lake City Intl, Reno/Tahoe Intl, Dallas Love Fld, Daniel K Inouye Intl and San Francisco Int'l.
Route Network Map
Top Routes (by observations)
- Salt Lake City Intl (SLC) 3
- Reno/Tahoe Intl (RNO) 2
- Dallas Love Fld (DAL) 2
- Daniel K Inouye Intl (HNL) 2
- San Francisco Int'l (SFO) 2
- Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) 1
- Patrick Leahy Burlington Intl (BTV) 1
- Bend Muni (KBDN) 1
- McClellan-Palomar (CLD) 1
- Colorado Sprgs Muni (COS) 1
- Barstow-Daggett (DAG) 1
- Nashville Intl (BNA) 1
Newly Discovered
- Oakland Intl (OAK) new
- Nashville Intl (BNA) new
- Sacramento Intl (SMF) new
- Harry Reid Intl (LAS) new
- Austin-Bergstrom Intl (AUS) new
- San Jose Int'l (SJC) new
- Kahului (OGG) new
- Dallas Love Fld (DAL) new
- Daniel K Inouye Intl (HNL) new
- Salt Lake City Intl (SLC) new
- Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) new
- Denver Intl (DEN) new
Popular Flight Routes
| Destination | IATA | City | Aircraft Type | Airline | Details | Route Map |
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Top Airlines
Operating at Long Beach International AirportAirlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network| Airline | Routes | Flights | Destinations | Last Activity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Southwest
SWA
/ WN
|
17 | 508 | 17 | Jan 30, 2026 |
|
Hawaiian Airlines
HAL
/ HA
|
2 | 52 | 2 | Jan 30, 2026 |
SkyWest
SKW
/ OO
|
1 | 32 | 1 | Jan 27, 2026 |
Delta Air Lines
DAL
/ DL
|
2 | 22 | 2 | Jan 30, 2026 |
United Parcel Service
UPS
/ 5X
|
2 | 13 | 2 | Jan 23, 2026 |
Fly Alliance
KPO
|
2 | 3 | 2 | Aug 29, 2025 |
|
Flexjet
LXJ
|
3 | 3 | 3 | Sep 11, 2025 |
NetJets Aviation
EJA
/ 1I
|
2 | 2 | 2 | Sep 24, 2025 |
| 1 | 1 | 1 | Jul 27, 2025 |
For Pilots
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
08L/26R |
6192 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
08R/26L |
3918 ft | 150 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
12/30 |
10000 ft | 200 ft | ASP | Active Lighted |
16L/34R |
4267 ft | 75 ft | ASP | Closed |
16R/34L |
4470 ft | 75 ft | ASP | Closed Lighted |
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | SOCAL APP | 124.65 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.75 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 118.15 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.4 MHz |
| DEP | SOCAL DEP | 127.2 MHz |
| GND | GND | 133.0 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.4 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Ground Transportation
Taxis
Long Beach Yellow Cab is the exclusive taxi provider for the airport. Taxis are readily available at the designated taxi stand located on the outer curb directly in front of the terminal. No advance reservations are required for arriving passengers.
Rental Cars
Rental car counters are conveniently located on-site in the historic terminal building, just a short walk across from the main passenger concourse. Companies available include Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, and National/Alamo.
Public Transportation
Long Beach Transit (LBT) buses stop directly in front of the terminal. Routes 102, 104, and 111 serve the airport, providing connections to the Metro A Line (formerly Blue Line) at the Wardlow Station for travel to Downtown Long Beach and Los Angeles.
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