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Old Mar 29, 2023, 9:21 am
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Could anyone provide quick insight into speed of arrivals at TBIT LAX? Is there a train/remote stand? With Global Entry is it fast like EWR/JFK where from gate to taxi can be <10 minutes, or is it a longer process? Thanks!
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Old Mar 29, 2023, 9:31 am
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There's no train. It's probably slightly more than 10 minutes but with GE you'd be looking at a pretty rapid exit from the airport. The new iPad style GE kiosks with facial recognition are very fast.
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Old Mar 29, 2023, 9:36 am
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Thanks! If it was going to be like 30-60 min I'd consider P/S!
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Old Mar 29, 2023, 12:55 pm
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I went through LAX a month ago, was through in 15 to 20 mins max was on the 283 that arrived about 130pm
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Old Mar 29, 2023, 1:28 pm
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Last time I flew into LAX (January) it was less than 20 minutes.
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Old Mar 29, 2023, 1:34 pm
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Originally Posted by YClass
Thanks! If it was going to be like 30-60 min I'd consider P/S!
I have Global Entry but still use PS every time I depart, arrive or connect at LAX.
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Old Mar 29, 2023, 2:32 pm
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In December I arrived, got off, used GE and then did my GE renewal interview in under 30mins,
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Old Mar 29, 2023, 7:25 pm
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On 17 March I arrived on the BA283 at 14.15. Despite the GE kiosk failing to recognise me (necessitating a short stop with the friendly CBP officer) I was through and in the Hyatt Regency (on foot!) by 14.50. Hand baggage only of course.
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Old Mar 29, 2023, 11:26 pm
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5 minutes from gate to baggage hall this weekend. It took longer for the gate staff to attach the jetty to the aircraft. Ten more minutes until bags were on the belt. Not sure it’s really worth PS on arrival if you have GE.
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Old Mar 30, 2023, 4:49 am
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Originally Posted by SFO777
I have Global Entry but still use PS every time I depart, arrive or connect at LAX.
I'm assuming fairly quick option on arrival? Down stairs from jetty, <10 min car ride, GE and out into waiting car? 8/10 doesn't necessarily save time, but those 2/10 its homerun?

For what its worth I think I'll be landing late on a Saturday.
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Old Mar 30, 2023, 5:16 am
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Originally Posted by YClass
Thanks! If it was going to be like 30-60 min I'd consider P/S!
Curiosity has gotten the better of me - What is PS?
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Old Mar 30, 2023, 5:57 am
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Curiosity has gotten the better of me - What is PS?
The private terminal. Separate building and car takes to/from plane direct. If domestic, can even get car direct plane to home.
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Old Mar 30, 2023, 6:17 am
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When we went to SFO in December our passports were not even stamped. No fingerprints. Nothing. Literally waved through. It was a step change from previous entries.

but yet when I go to palma…..
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Old Mar 30, 2023, 6:30 am
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Originally Posted by YClass
I'm assuming fairly quick option on arrival? Down stairs from jetty, <10 min car ride, GE and out into waiting car? 8/10 doesn't necessarily save time, but those 2/10 its homerun? For what its worth I think I'll be landing late on a Saturday.
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Curiosity has gotten the better of me - What is PS?
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The private terminal. Separate building and car takes to/from plane direct. If domestic, can even get car direct plane to home.
Especially nice on connections. PS rep meets you at the end of the jet bridge, down elevator to car, across tarmac to private terminal, private CBP immigration and customs, chic lounge with drinks and food, private TSA, car back to your connecting plane, upstairs or elevator to pre-board. Pics from a recent visit and
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