How busy is Los Angeles International right now?

The TSA wait at LAX is about 16-22 minutes. Check live conditions, weather, and FAA delay status above for a full picture of how busy LAX is right now.

What is the FAA airport status for LAX?

The FAA airport status for LAX (Los Angeles International) shows current delays, ground stops, and departure/arrival delay programs. LAX has an on-time departure rate of 82%, with an average delay of 68 minutes when delays occur. Check above for live FAA status and real-time conditions.

Is LAX busy right now?

Check the live status above for real-time conditions at Los Angeles International (LAX). TSA wait is currently about 16-22 minutes. Overall, 82% of flights depart on time from LAX. The least busy time for security is 4 AM (about 5 min).

Is Los Angeles International operating normally today?

Check the live FAA status and delay data above for current operations at LAX. On a typical day, 82% of departures from Los Angeles International are on time. When delays occur, they average about 68 minutes. The most common reason for departure delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Are there delays at Los Angeles International today?

Check the live delay tracker above for current LAX delays. Historically, 82% of departures are on time, and when delays occur they average 68 minutes. About 1% of flights are cancelled. The most common reason for departure delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

What is the average departure delay at Los Angeles International?

When departures at LAX (Los Angeles International) are delayed, the average delay is about 68 minutes. Overall, 82% of flights depart on time. About 1% of flights are cancelled.

What causes the most departure delays at Los Angeles International?

The most common reason for departure delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding). At LAX, 82% of departures are on time, and when delays occur they average 68 minutes.

Is it safe to book a tight connection at Los Angeles International?

LAX is fairly reliable, so a 60-minute domestic connection is usually fine. For international flights, allow at least 90 minutes.

What's the best time to fly from Los Angeles International?

Early morning flights (before 8 AM) tend to have the best on-time performance at most airports, including LAX. For shorter security lines, aim for 4 AM (about 5 min). Midweek flights (Tuesday and Wednesday) also tend to see fewer delays than weekend or Monday departures.

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Q: What are TSA wait times at LAX?

The TSA wait at LAX is about 16-22 minutes. The fastest time through security is 4 AM (about 5 min). The busiest period is 8 AM (30-36 minutes). Wait times are similar throughout the week.

Los Angeles International(Los Angeles Airport)

LAX delays today: Los Angeles International has an on-time departure rate of about 82%. The FAA airport status for LAX typically shows an average delay of 68 minutes when departures are delayed. The most common reason for departure delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding). Roughly 1% of flights are cancelled. The typical taxi-out time from gate to takeoff is about 18 minutes. The current TSA wait is about 16-22 minutes. The fastest time through security is 4 AM (about 5 min). The busiest period is 8 AM (30-36 minutes).

Source: BTS, FAA. Updated April 2026.