AS LAX Connection: T-6 <-> TBIT
Nov 9, 2017, 8:28 pm
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Nov 9, 2017, 8:38 pm
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It’s a legal connection, but MCT D-I for LAX is 90 minutes. You’re not much over that. It might work. Might not. Seems a bit tight for someone with mobility challenges.
Nov 9, 2017, 8:48 pm
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I recently did this in the reverse direction trying to make a 75 minute connection TBIT-T6.
From the moment that I stepped off the plane at TBIT to the moment I got to the AS gate in T6 was 28 minutes. That includes clearing customs (Global Entry) and not using the tunnel, but rather going outside and clearing security (PreCheck) in T6 again. Ended up sitting and grabbing a bite at the restaurant next to the gate with plenty of time to spare.
No wheelchairs were involved though I have to think it is still possible assuming no delays on the incoming. As always YMMV.
From the moment that I stepped off the plane at TBIT to the moment I got to the AS gate in T6 was 28 minutes. That includes clearing customs (Global Entry) and not using the tunnel, but rather going outside and clearing security (PreCheck) in T6 again. Ended up sitting and grabbing a bite at the restaurant next to the gate with plenty of time to spare.
No wheelchairs were involved though I have to think it is still possible assuming no delays on the incoming. As always YMMV.
Nov 10, 2017, 8:26 am
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Wouldn't have a problem doing this myself. A coworker did AS-->FJ with a two hour connection and someone in a wheelchair.
If they make you go outside (not sure why they would), you go to the front of the security line at TBIT.
If they make you go outside (not sure why they would), you go to the front of the security line at TBIT.
Nov 10, 2017, 8:37 am
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DL used to run carts in the tunnels for disabled passengers, don't know why AS wouldn't be willing to send a wheelchair down there.
Nov 10, 2017, 10:28 am
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Do you people think it's realistic to get from Terminal 6 to TBIT?
AS PDX-LAX flight coming in at 9:11 connecting with CX LAX-HKG flight leaving at 10:55 with a passenger in a wheelchair.
In the past, people operating the wheelchair transport at LAX wouldn't use the underground airside connector and went outside in a van and then back through security at TBIT.
AS PDX-LAX flight coming in at 9:11 connecting with CX LAX-HKG flight leaving at 10:55 with a passenger in a wheelchair.
In the past, people operating the wheelchair transport at LAX wouldn't use the underground airside connector and went outside in a van and then back through security at TBIT.
Whatever you do, don't let them take you outside. Not only is trying to drive in a van going to be slower (since not only do you have to deal with traffic, but you have to circle the entire airport to go from 6->T), but then you're going to need to deal with security.
Aug 18, 2018, 3:53 pm
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AS MEXLAX and then LAXSFO
If one is arriving on AS from Mexico, for example, flight status shows it arriving at T-6. Is there still Customs and Immigration there or are you bused to TBIT for Immigration and Customs? If yes, are there Global Entry kiosks at T-6?
Aug 18, 2018, 3:59 pm
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Yes, there is a Immigration and Customs location in T6. It does have global entry and mobile passport. But it isn’t open all hours of the day; I don’t recall if any AS flights arrive outside of the opening window.
Aug 18, 2018, 8:06 pm
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AS flights can arrive outside it's hours of operation. It's not fun when it does...
Aug 25, 2018, 11:44 am
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I recently did this in the reverse direction trying to make a 75 minute connection TBIT-T6.
From the moment that I stepped off the plane at TBIT to the moment I got to the AS gate in T6 was 28 minutes. That includes clearing customs (Global Entry) and not using the tunnel, but rather going outside and clearing security (PreCheck) in T6 again. Ended up sitting and grabbing a bite at the restaurant next to the gate with plenty of time to spare.
No wheelchairs were involved though I have to think it is still possible assuming no delays on the incoming. As always YMMV.
From the moment that I stepped off the plane at TBIT to the moment I got to the AS gate in T6 was 28 minutes. That includes clearing customs (Global Entry) and not using the tunnel, but rather going outside and clearing security (PreCheck) in T6 again. Ended up sitting and grabbing a bite at the restaurant next to the gate with plenty of time to spare.
No wheelchairs were involved though I have to think it is still possible assuming no delays on the incoming. As always YMMV.
1. Given all of the above, I'm assuming that unless the SQ flight is delayed we should comfortably make the 8:30 am AS flight. But there is also a 9:30 am flight. Any advice on this would be welcome.
2 Also, if we need to kill time, is there a lounge we can use in-between? I have Priority Pass and Amex Plat, but not Alaska Lounge access.
Thanks for any help.
Aug 25, 2018, 2:33 pm
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Not sure when the closing is for T-6 customs, but the AS GDL-LAX flight that lands after 9pm goes to the TBIT while the PVR-LAX that lands around 6pm goes to T-6 so my guess is that 7 or 8pm is about closing time.
Aug 25, 2018, 3:19 pm
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Thanks (very belatedly) for this information. My wife and I will be transferring from an SQ flight arriving 6:30 am to AS (to SFO) in November on the Sunday before Thanksgiving. It will be two separate tickets. We have Global Entry, just carry-on bags and will be in a premium cabin, so should deplane pretty fast, plus we have Fast Track and will check in online. Two questions:
1. Given all of the above, I'm assuming that unless the SQ flight is delayed we should comfortably make the 8:30 am AS flight. But there is also a 9:30 am flight. Any advice on this would be welcome.
2 Also, if we need to kill time, is there a lounge we can use in-between? I have Priority Pass and Amex Plat, but not Alaska Lounge access.
Thanks for any help.
1. Given all of the above, I'm assuming that unless the SQ flight is delayed we should comfortably make the 8:30 am AS flight. But there is also a 9:30 am flight. Any advice on this would be welcome.
2 Also, if we need to kill time, is there a lounge we can use in-between? I have Priority Pass and Amex Plat, but not Alaska Lounge access.
Thanks for any help.
2. Can't you use the Star Alliance lounge after ARRIVING in business class on SQ? I BELIEVE you can... may be worth Googling. But, if you can, the Star Alliance lounge at TBIT is pretty nice. Very decent food spread, plus great shower suites. Then just use the connectors to get from TBIT to the Alaska LAX
Aug 25, 2018, 3:34 pm
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Thanks (very belatedly) for this information. My wife and I will be transferring from an SQ flight arriving 6:30 am to AS (to SFO) in November on the Sunday before Thanksgiving. It will be two separate tickets. We have Global Entry, just carry-on bags and will be in a premium cabin, so should deplane pretty fast, plus we have Fast Track and will check in online. Two questions:
1. Given all of the above, I'm assuming that unless the SQ flight is delayed we should comfortably make the 8:30 am AS flight. But there is also a 9:30 am flight. Any advice on this would be welcome.
2 Also, if we need to kill time, is there a lounge we can use in-between? I have Priority Pass and Amex Plat, but not Alaska Lounge access.
Thanks for any help.
1. Given all of the above, I'm assuming that unless the SQ flight is delayed we should comfortably make the 8:30 am AS flight. But there is also a 9:30 am flight. Any advice on this would be welcome.
2 Also, if we need to kill time, is there a lounge we can use in-between? I have Priority Pass and Amex Plat, but not Alaska Lounge access.
Thanks for any help.