LAX Terminal 5 Closures and Airline Relocations for 2028 Olympics Renovations

LAX Terminal 5 Renovations Ahead of 2028 Olympics

• ✈️ Terminal 5 at LAX is temporarily closing for major renovations and upgrades in preparation for the 2028 Olympics.
• 💰 The $1.6 billion renovation project for Terminals 4 and 5 is scheduled for completion in 2027.

Airline Relocations and Travel Impact

• 📌 JetBlue has relocated to Terminal 1.
• 📌 Spirit Airlines will operate out of Terminal 2 starting Wednesday.
• 📌 American Airlines will move to Terminal 4 next Tuesday.
• 🚌 Passengers arriving at Terminal 5 for these airlines will be directed to bus to their new terminal locations.

Travel Tips for LAX Passengers

• ⚠️ Travelers are advised to allow plenty of extra time for drop-off and pick-up due to potential traffic congestion and delays.
• ⏰ Arriving early is recommended, especially with the possibility of busing between terminals, which can add to travel time.

Anticipated Upgrades and Traveler Sentiment

• 💡 The renovations aim to improve the airport experience with features like centralized baggage claim and ticketing.
• 💡 A direct connection to the automated people movers is also part of the upgrade plan.
• ✨ While some travelers anticipate more chaos, many acknowledge the necessity of the upgrades for the Olympics and appreciate that work is starting early.