Flying out of LAX - Quick Question

[C-2]

I donÂ’t fly muchÂ…..
I need to find parking for 10 days – anybody have any suggestions on nearby lots?
And on using a laptop – if the plane (AA 757) has a power connector – Do I use an inverter, like I do with my car, or is there a straight cigarette-style 12V plug adapter I need to pick up?
Thanks in advance :)

[HCS]

Pack a bottle of NOS additive. That'll get ya there.

[YeLLowBoaT]

It will be cheaper to use one of those home to airport shuttle services. both ways will be cheaper then 2 days of parking. the other part depends on who your flying with... I would not fly out of LAX.

[Beer-30]

Better yet, the wife and I usually just rent a car each way. A mid-size is what, $59? Rent where you live, drop off at airport. Parking was $7/day, don't know if it still is. Yes, you pay double (parking would be $56 or so) if you rent to go home too, but your nice vehicle isn't sitting out there for predators, or in the weather either.

[Redwing247]

Laptop power adapter not cig lighter style. Best Buy or Frys have it with multiple plugs config. Parking @ longterm parking, shuttle takes too long due to too many stops. Allow plenty of time for security check's line.

[Wake Havasu]

I donÂ’t fly muchÂ…..
I need to find parking for 10 days – anybody have any suggestions on nearby lots?
And on using a laptop – if the plane (AA 757) has a power connector – Do I use an inverter, like I do with my car, or is there a straight cigarette-style 12V plug adapter I need to pick up?
Thanks in advance :)
Hey Craig
Seat Guru (http://www.seatguru.com/)for seating and power options

[talbert450r]

Take the commuter flight from ONT, United makes the run almost every other hour.

[RitcheyRch]

Or drive to the Van Nuys Fly-Away, leave your car there (~$3 per day) and take the shuttle bus to the airport (~$3 each way).

[lalhc]

Or drive to the Van Nuys Fly-Away, leave your car there (~$3 per day) and take the shuttle bus to the airport (~$3 each way).
Is this the new place they just opened and you can check in your luggage?

[RitcheyRch]

Been there for years. They load your luggage in the bus. You would still need to check in your luggage at the airport.
Is this the new place they just opened and you can check in your luggage?

[OCMerrill]

LAX - Use Parking Lot C - Easy to find following the signs. The LAX Shuttle bus (Free) comes through the lot (which is massive) about every 10 min or less and stops at various pick up points through out the lot. Then the bus takes you to all terminals. Like $7-8 per day I think. The shuttle buses have luggage racks inside. It painless.
But for 10 days...As others state a Shuttle might be a better way to go but there usually likie $40-60 each way depending on the distance.
Cant help you with the Lap Top thing.

[burtandnancy]

Stay in one of the local hotels the night before, they'll give you 7 or 8 days of free parking plus the shuttle. The cost of the hotel will be less than airport parking plus you can take the strain off of rushing to the airport. We do it often

[Dan Lorenze]

I'm a creature of habit, I always park in Lot "B", right by "The proud Bird". From the 405 exit Century go West on Century to Avation, Left on Avation to the Proud Bird and make a left.. I think it's up to 9 bucks a day but still cheaper than most lots like Wally Park... Fast shuttles direct to all terminals..

[HocusPocus]

Stay in one of the local hotels the night before, they'll give you 7 or 8 days of free parking plus the shuttle. The cost of the hotel will be less than airport parking plus you can take the strain off of rushing to the airport. We do it often
this is what we usually do since we live about an hour and a half away from LAX.

[Hustler]

I'm a creature of habit, I always park in Lot "B", right by "The proud Bird". From the 405 exit Century go West on Century to Avation, Left on Avation to the Proud Bird and make a left.. I think it's up to 9 bucks a day but still cheaper than most lots like Wally Park... Fast shuttles direct to all terminals..
This is same lot I always use. If your coming from Riverside get on the 105 west exit LaCienega (1st off ramp after the 405) turn left at the bottom of the off ramp then right on Aviation and right on 111th St. Lot B will be at the end of the street.
This should be on the corner....................
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[Never Satisfied]

Some of the hotels offer free parking for a couple of weeks and a shuttle to the airport if you stay there overnight. Much cheaper than the parking lots.

[Zaairman]

LAX...gag me. Glad I'm flying into John Wayne on my next Cali trip (Dec 16 - 24)
Under the seats is a cigarette lighter style port, so you'd need an adaptor for that.

[TrojanDan]

Or drive to the Van Nuys Fly-Away, leave your car there (~$3 per day) and take the shuttle bus to the airport (~$3 each way).
LA has the Flyaway also. Leaves from Union Station. $3 per person each way and $6 to park per day. Large comfortable bus leaves every half hour at the top and bottom of the hour. You and your luggage can also be checked-in to your flight for American at Union Station. Really hassle free. The bus takes the carpool down the 110 and 105 so it gets you to LAX in about 40 mins but I've made it there in about 25 mins. before. We all know how stressed that last 30 mins before arriving at the airport gets. :cool:

[C-2]

Thanks for all the responses guys. :)
It's a straight flight to Lihue - LAX is the only option.
So here's my choices.....
Drive the Excursion, longterm park $90-$100, $40 gas
Rent a car one way $40-$75
Get a room, sponge on the parking $75-100
PrimeTime Shuttle $160
I like the hotel idea - our flight is 10 a.m..
Thanks for the plane link Les - I called AA and they can't guaranty a power connector since they don't know the exact plane, and can only say "most", but not all, of their 757's have them.
Burt - Any hotels names? Remember, I have the 21' and not the 40oz like you. ;0

[Kilrtoy]

most parking at LAX is 30 a day
if you can find it for 20 a day YOU ARE GETTING A DEAL

[C-2]

Alright, found my answer:
Best Western Airpark LAX Hotel, 640 W. Manchester Blvd., Los Angeles; (310) 677-7378; (800) 233 8060; www.bestwestern.com:
$129 for one-night stay, seven days' parking
Covered parking
Security: camera
Comfort Inn & Suites LAX Airport, 4922 W. Century Blvd., Inglewood; (310) 671-7213; (800) 667-5696; www4.comfortinn.com
$110 for one-night stay, seven days' parking
Uncovered parking
Security: fenced
Crowne Plaza Hotel LA Airport, 5985 W. Century Blvd., Los Angeles; (310) 642-7500; (888) 303-1746; www.crowneplaza.com
$179 for one-night stay, seven days' parking
Covered parking
Security: 24-hour guard
Four Points Sheraton LAX, 9750 Airport Blvd., Los Angeles; (310) 645-4600; (888) 625-5144; www.fourpointslax.com
$129 for one-night stay, seven days' parking
$139 for one-night stay, 14 days' parking
Uncovered parking
Security: gated with 24-hour guard
Furama Hotel LAX Airport, 8601 Lincoln Blvd., Los Angeles; (310) 670-8111; (800) 225-8126; www.furamalax.com
$99 for one-night stay, 10 days' parking
Covered parking
Security: 24-hour guard
Hacienda Hotel, 525 N. Sepulveda Blvd., El Segundo; (310) 615-0015; (800) 421-5900; www.haciendahotel.com
$95 for one-night stay, 10 days' parking
$112 for one-night stay, 21 days' parking
Uncovered parking
Security: guards and police patrol
Extras: 20 percent discount on food with "Park and Fly" program.
Room upgrade with 21-day parking package
Hilton Los Angeles Airport, 5711 W. Century Blvd., Los Angeles; (310) 410-4000; (800) 445-8667; www.hilton.com
$124 for one-night stay, seven days' parking
Covered parking
Security: guards and cameras
Holiday Inn Los Angeles International Airport Hotel, 9901 La Cienega Blvd., Los Angeles; (310) 649-5151; (800) 624-0025; www.holiday-inn.com
$179 for one-night stay, seven days' parking
$229 for one-night stay, 14 days' parking
Covered and uncovered parking
Security: 24-hour guards and cameras
Radisson LAX, 6225 W. Century Blvd., Los Angeles; (310) 670-9000; (800) 333-3333; www.radisson.com
$149 for one-night stay, seven days' parking
Covered and uncovered parking
Security: gated with 24-hour guards
Super 8 Motel-LAX, 4238 Century Blvd., Inglewood; (310) 672-0740; (800) 800-8000; www.super8.com
$79.99 for one-night stay, seven days' parking
Covered and uncovered parking
Security: cameras and guard
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Think I'll get the hotel dealio and take the rugrat over to Imperial in El Segundo (my favorite, modern-day Nazi town) and watch the planes.

[lewiville]

I would say Wally World.....get your car detailed while your at it,

[burtandnancy]

C-2, you found more hotels that offer deals than we did. We stayed at the Four Corners Sheritan, was OK, parking outdoors. But with an AM flight, this is your best shot. You can't get to LAX from inland in a reasonable amount of time. Take the Niarobi freeway all the way to Sepulveda...

[Dan Lorenze]

I'm all about getting a great deal and staying at a hotel the night before but when I'm leaving my wife and kids for any length of time I'll opt for the extra night at home and pay nine bucks a day at an LAX lot.. If I were a single guy and wasn't getting reimbursed for parking I would stay the night and get the smokin' hotel package deal (and get hammered at the bar)...