Originally Posted by
Nugget_Oz
The OP says they are on separate tickets and it depends on whether DL can get him the VA boarding pass in LA.
Whether or not the OP has a ticket in hand or not has absolutely no relevance to my advice. Anyone can walk through the VA transfer exit door. There is no requirement to be checked in or have a boarding pass. If you are on separate tickets VA will happily check you in at these counters and provide a bus ticket.