Long Beach /Daugherty Field/ Airport - Flight Information and Guide (LGB)

How to get to Long Beach /Daugherty Field/ Airport

Long Beach downtown is several km from the airport: the transfer takes approximately 40 minutes by line 111 bus.

By Car

Travelers arriving by car reach downtown Long Beach in approximately 15-20 minutes, traffic permitting.

By Train

There is no direct railway station at the airport: the Metro A (Blue Line) has a station downtown Long Beach, reachable by line 111 or by taxi.

By Bus

Long Beach Transit line 111 bus, departing from Lot A of the airport, reaches Downtown Long Beach Station in approximately 40 minutes; fare $2 USD (according to the airport's official website the standard fare for all lines is $1.25 USD, verify the current amount at the time of travel).

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Tips Reaching downtown Los Angeles by bus requires several hours with multiple transfers: for that destination, Uber/Lyft or car rental are significantly more practical.

Average travel time to LGB

TrainNot available at direct station (Metro A Line in Long Beach downtown)

Shuttle bus40 min (1.25-2 USD, Long Beach Transit 111)

Taxi / Private hire15-20 minutes (20-30 USD)

Parking near Long Beach /Daugherty Field/ Airport

Multi-story car parks are located adjacent to the terminal: Lot B (official) 25 USD/day; Valet at the terminal entrance from 29 USD/day.

How to get to Long Beach from LGB

By Train

There is no direct station at the airport; the Metro A Line has a station in downtown Long Beach.

By Bus

The Long Beach Transit bus line 111 connects the airport to downtown Long Beach in approximately 40 minutes; fare 1.25-2 USD depending on the source.

By Taxi

A taxi or Uber/Lyft costs roughly 20-30 USD for downtown Long Beach, with a journey of 15-20 minutes (plus tip 15-20%); for downtown Los Angeles the cost increases significantly.

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Car rental at Long Beach /Daugherty Field/ Airport

The most established car rental companies operate from the arrivals area.

With a license in Latin characters, a short stay requires only driver's license, passport, and credit card, without the IDP.

Hotels near Long Beach /Daugherty Field/ Airport

Long Beach Airport is just three miles from downtown, about a ten-minute drive, so the difference in travel time between staying near the terminal and staying downtown is minimal. Travelers with an early flight or a short layover can stay in the airport area, a stone's throw from Douglas Park; those who want the aquarium, the marina and the Queen Mary will find the Downtown waterfront more convenient, just minutes from both the terminal and the beach. Anyone attending a trade show or convention can instead look at the hotels next to the Convention Center, a block from the sea but closer to the shops of the Pike and the East Village Arts District.

Airport area

Airport area (Douglas Park)

Less than one mile (1.5 km) from the terminal, with a free hotel shuttle.

Best for: Travelers leaving early in the morning or with a last-minute flight.

Pros

Less than one mile from the terminal, within walking distance with light luggage
Shared pool and grill area, handy for anyone arriving or leaving at awkward hours

Cons

Industrial/office area, little to do on foot in the evening
The beach and downtown still remain a quarter of an hour's drive away

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City centre

Harbor and marina (Queensway/Shoreline)

About three miles (5 km) from the terminal, a 10-minute drive or taxi ride.

Best for: Those who want harbor views, the Queen Mary and the Aquarium of the Pacific just steps away.

Pros

Views of the marina, the harbor or the Queen Mary from many rooms
Just steps from the Aquarium of the Pacific and the cruise docks

Cons

Parking is often paid, more expensive than near the airport
A touristy area, busier on weekends and during trade shows

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Neighbourhood

Convention Center and the Pike

About three miles (5 km) from the terminal, a 10-minute drive or taxi ride.

Best for: Those attending a trade show or convention who want to stay a block from the Pike's shops.

Pros

Right across from or a block from the Convention Center, handy for events and trade shows
Within walking distance of the Pike Outlets shops and the East Village Arts District

Cons

No direct sea view, unlike the hotels on the marina
The area empties out in the evening on days with no events scheduled

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Airport services

The airport, of modest size, serves Long Beach and the southern area of Los Angeles County, with domestic connections.

Shopping & Duty Free

The duty-free area is limited due to the airport's modest size.

Lounges & relaxation

Services for business passengers are minimal, with no dedicated lounges.

Connectivity & Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi network in every area of the terminal; major American telephone operators cover the area without interruption.

Families & Children

Families find the same play areas and assistance services regardless of which terminal they use.

Terminal guide

The historic Art Deco-style terminal, among the most distinctive in the United States, handles primarily domestic flights on a limited number of gates.

For flights, it's advisable to arrive at least 2 hours in advance, given the airport's compact scale.