Los Angeles International Airport does not feature car rental counters within passenger terminal buildings. Rental offices are situated in commercial lots around the airport perimeter and provide complimentary shuttle vans to transport travelers (with transition underway to the unified ConRAC facility).
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Pickup Procedure
To board company shuttles with direct terminal permits, proceed to the lower arrivals level outside each terminal and wait at the center island beneath the purple overhead signs marked "Rental Car Shuttles":
Remote Rental Agencies
Rental companies that do not operate dedicated terminal shuttles coordinate customer pickups via the complimentary LAX Shuttle (Metro Connector line), boarded under the pink curbside signs on the arrivals level. For additional practical advice, see the LAX car rental guide.
Requirements to Rent a Vehicle
Renting an automobile in California typically requires meeting the following terms:
- Minimum Age: Drivers must be at least 21 years old. A daily young-driver surcharge usually applies to renters under 25, who may also face restrictions on luxury or specialty classes.
- Driver's License: A valid, unexpired license issued by the driver's jurisdiction. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is strongly recommended when the native license is not in English.
- Credit Card: A major credit card in the primary renter's name is required for the security hold. Debit cards face strict qualification checks, credit screenings, and mandatory proof of return flights.
- Insurance: Minimum third-party liability coverage is mandatory under state law. Renters may purchase collision damage waivers (CDW/LDW) at the counter or verify coverage through qualifying credit cards.