Guide to Long Beach Airport (LGB)

Long Beach Airport (LGB) is a gem among Southern California travel options and Hotel CURRENT is extremely lucky to have it right in our backyard. 

Rather than having to drive to LAX and deal with the mess of traffic, long lines, and hours of waiting, Long Beach Airport provides its guests with a streamlined experience that’s more enjoyable and convenient.

Leisure and business travelers alike love LGB for its free wifi, recently renovated concourse, convenient parking, great dining options, and overall simple and easy flying experience. 

If you’re flying out of the Long Beach area and can get to your destination with a flight from LGB, there really isn’t a better option.

LONG BEACH AIRPORT AIRLINES

Long Beach Airport offers commercial service to many non-stop destinations, with plenty of connections worldwide. Some of the most popular destinations include Las Vegas, Oakland, Denver, Seattle, Portland, Salt Lake City, Honolulu, and plenty more. Here is a list of the airlines operating out of Long Beach Airport.

American Airlines: (Phoenix AZ)

Delta Airlines: (Las Vegas, NV, Salt Lake City UT)

Hawaiian Airlines: (Honolulu HI)

Jet Blue Airways: (Austin TX, Boston MA, Bozeman MT*, Las Vegas NV, New York NY, Portland OR, Reno NV, Salt Lake City UT, San Francisco CA, Seattle WA)

Southwest Airlines (Austin, TX**, Denver CO, Las Vegas NV, Oakland CA, Phoenix, AZ, Sacramento CA, San Jose, CA)

*Seasonal Service

**Service begins November 2020. 

All destinations subject to change. 

LONG BEACH AIRPORT FOOD OPTIONS

Long Beach Airport boasts plenty of options when it comes to food and drink. From a classy wine bar to fast-casual Long Beach favorites.

North Concourse

4th Street Vine Wine & Beer Bar

Taco Beach Cantina

Long Beach Burger Bar

George’s Greek Cafe

South Concourse

Boathouse on the Bay 

Polly’s Coffee

CNBC Gifts & News

Historic Terminal

Long Beach News

Little Brass Cafe

LONG BEACH AIRPORT PARKING 

It costs $19 a day to park in Garage A, (directly across from the terminal), and $17 per day in Garage B. There’s also valet parking for $24 a day that includes a free car wash. Lastly, you can find temporary pick-up and drop-off spots near the terminal.

MODERN LONG BEACH AIRPORT LOUNGE 

Our absolute favorite aspect of LGB Airport is the resort-style passenger concourse area that’s perfectly inviting for leisure and business travelers alike. Everyone loves the free Wi-Fi offering for any handheld device or laptop. Even better, it’s available throughout the passenger concourse, baggage claim, and rental car areas. Finally, most seating options offer electrical outlets that allow you to charge directly from your USB plugs.

FLIGHT TRACKER

You can check the status of your flight online and view their user-friendly flight tracker, with information including arrivals, departures, and an interactive map.

GROUND TRANSPORTATION

With services including car rental from major companies including Alamo, AVIS, Budget, Enterprise, and more, arriving at, or leaving from the airport has never been easier. If you would rather stick to the taxi method, they have those too. You can book a taxi online and pick up is outside of the terminal next to Parking Structure A.

Check here for taxi rates and flat rates to major destinations around the area. 

ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION

According to the website, “Long Beach Airport is committed to providing the best customer service in beautiful, award-winning facilities for all of our travelers.” There is disabled parking available in all lots as well as elevators in both parking structures. Anyone needing wheelchair assistance can contact the airport to make requests. Furthermore, there are convenient relief areas for service animals and pets located just outside the terminal building.

When in Long Beach, do yourself a favor and book a flight to your next major destination with the Long Beach Airport!

Looking for convenient hotel accommodations minutes from Long Beach Airport (LGB)? Hotel Current is conveniently located in central Long Beach just minutes away from all the action of downtown and of course the airport. If you’re looking for even more things to do in the LBC, check out our attractions page. Book your local stay with Hotel Current today!