Aug 9, 2016, 11:00 pm
Last edit by: LoganFlyer
Delta's Operational move from T5 to T2/3 at LAX:
Delta has moved to: T2 and T3 with eventual connector to TBIT (note: there is currently only airside bus service to stay securely between T2 & T3, the walking connector has not been built yet.)
Where to check bags: As of January 13, 2020, non-Sky Priority customers must check their bag(s) at the terminal their flight departs from, unless their flight departs from TBIT, in which case, they must check their bag at Terminal 2. Sky priority customers can check their bag at either terminal. See this link for more information.
Date(s) of move: May 12, 2017 - May 17, 2017
Here is a helpful chart from Delta which covers all Domestic / Int'l. transfer combos (AND TOTAL TRANSFER TIMES) between T2, T3 & TBIT.
New Bus Routes will help with connections:
- Circular Airfield Bus between TBIT, T2 and T3
- Airfield Bus between T2 and T3
Bus Map
Will there be a SkyClub: Yes, there is one in each terminal. Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse will remain.
- The SkyClub in T2 opened on May 20th (Former AC Maple Leaf Lounge)
pix in post 1058
- The SkyClub in T3 opened on May 24th (Former VX Loft)
https://www.delta.com/content/www/en...d-updates.html
Where Will The Delta One Check In Lounge Be Located:
In T2, there is a small Delta One seating area with refreshments. An agent will escort you from the check in/lounge area through a back pathway up stairs to TSA precheck. Its a shorter walk to check-in at SkyPriority and easier if you have a carry on and don't want to drag it up a flight of stairs. 11/3/17)
Airlines joining DL in T2/3 for landside and departures:
- AeroMexico (T2)
- Virgin Atlantic (T2)
- WestJet (T3)
Landside T2 only, departures from TBIT:
- Virgin Australia
- Volaris
Landside T3 only, departures from TBIT:
- Avianca/Taca
- Copa (effective April 7)
- InterJet
Will there be secure links between T2-T3 and TBIT: Yes, the final plan is to let pax walk between all airside.
External Links:
Press Release: http://news.delta.com/delta-relocate...rough-19b-plan
Rough link showing T2/3 connector:
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CnWmrq1UEAEUiF3.jpg
Proposed schedule from LAWA presentation:
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CnWmMDLVUAA1vNM.jpg
Delta fact sheet:
http://www.lawa.org/uploadedFiles/LA...ease-Delta.pdf
Delta's LAX destination page featuring 'Delta Sky Way at LAX':
http://www.delta.com/content/www/en_...-terminal.html
Delta has moved to: T2 and T3 with eventual connector to TBIT (note: there is currently only airside bus service to stay securely between T2 & T3, the walking connector has not been built yet.)
Where to check bags: As of January 13, 2020, non-Sky Priority customers must check their bag(s) at the terminal their flight departs from, unless their flight departs from TBIT, in which case, they must check their bag at Terminal 2. Sky priority customers can check their bag at either terminal. See this link for more information.
Date(s) of move: May 12, 2017 - May 17, 2017
Here is a helpful chart from Delta which covers all Domestic / Int'l. transfer combos (AND TOTAL TRANSFER TIMES) between T2, T3 & TBIT.
New Bus Routes will help with connections:
- Circular Airfield Bus between TBIT, T2 and T3
- Airfield Bus between T2 and T3
Bus Map
Will there be a SkyClub: Yes, there is one in each terminal. Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse will remain.
- The SkyClub in T2 opened on May 20th (Former AC Maple Leaf Lounge)
pix in post 1058
- The SkyClub in T3 opened on May 24th (Former VX Loft)
https://www.delta.com/content/www/en...d-updates.html
Where Will The Delta One Check In Lounge Be Located:
Delta will temporarily offer dedicated check-in space in Terminal 2 (first door closest to T1) while a long-term Delta One experience is finalized.
Airlines joining DL in T2/3 for landside and departures:
- AeroMexico (T2)
- Virgin Atlantic (T2)
- WestJet (T3)
Landside T2 only, departures from TBIT:
- Virgin Australia
- Volaris
Landside T3 only, departures from TBIT:
- Avianca/Taca
- Copa (effective April 7)
- InterJet
Will there be secure links between T2-T3 and TBIT: Yes, the final plan is to let pax walk between all airside.
External Links:
Press Release: http://news.delta.com/delta-relocate...rough-19b-plan
Rough link showing T2/3 connector:
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CnWmrq1UEAEUiF3.jpg
Proposed schedule from LAWA presentation:
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/CnWmMDLVUAA1vNM.jpg
Delta fact sheet:
http://www.lawa.org/uploadedFiles/LA...ease-Delta.pdf
Delta's LAX destination page featuring 'Delta Sky Way at LAX':
http://www.delta.com/content/www/en_...-terminal.html
LAX 2017 Terminal Move: The Definitive Thread
Jul 15, 2017, 9:15 am
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The report was useful. The conclusion "don't trust bus service" seemed unfounded based on the evidence, and that was the point I was making.
I've added below the sentences that you removed my quote, which provide the context:
Last edited by Mountain Explorer; Jul 15, 2017 at 9:20 am
Jul 18, 2017, 9:21 am
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Just to confirm, no boarding pass is required for bus to TBIT? I'm flying into LAX from PHX but connecting to Asiana, not a fellow Sky Team airline. Also arriving around 8pm so it sounds like bus should be running at that time but we have a 3:30 connection time so should be okay even if we need to re-clear at TBIT.
Jul 18, 2017, 10:02 am
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Just to confirm, no boarding pass is required for bus to TBIT? I'm flying into LAX from PHX but connecting to Asiana, not a fellow Sky Team airline. Also arriving around 8pm so it sounds like bus should be running at that time but we have a 3:30 connection time so should be okay even if we need to re-clear at TBIT.
Jul 26, 2017, 1:27 am
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What is going on with Gate 133? Gate 133 seems to be an assigned Delta gate in TBIT and I see DL planes there all the time. The LAX map on the Delta.com website even points it out.
Jul 26, 2017, 5:09 am
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Jul 26, 2017, 12:34 pm
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Jul 26, 2017, 12:53 pm
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It looks like HND always goes out of Gate 133 but arrives at Gate 26. PVG is the exact opposite and arrives at Gate 133 but always goes out of Gate 133. SYD is almost always Gate 26. Also the 3:00pm MCO flight always goes out of 133 and the inbound is from SJO.
Jul 26, 2017, 4:22 pm
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I always enjoy TBIT as it is one of the best terminals in North America. It also doesn't hurt that the destination out of there is typically somewhere oversees for vacation.
Jul 26, 2017, 7:09 pm
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40-min cnxn?
That's got me thinking. I have a 40-min cnxn from DL1126, a 777 ATL-LAX, to DL 1719 LAX-HNL, Sat Sep 2. Should I be worried? Obviously, I'd like to get to Hawaii four hours earlier than the next cnxn. Sitting up front--no special snowflake, just faster exit.
Jul 26, 2017, 7:33 pm
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I think that was just an off one as the 777 from ATL-LAX has been arriving at Gate 26 for the past couple of days. I wouldn't be woried as even if your flight is in T3 the bus ride takes less than 5 min and T3 is just a big circle terminal so all of the Gates are in pretty much one area.
Jul 26, 2017, 8:20 pm
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I think that was just an off one as the 777 from ATL-LAX has been arriving at Gate 26 for the past couple of days. I wouldn't be woried as even if your flight is in T3 the bus ride takes less than 5 min and T3 is just a big circle terminal so all of the Gates are in pretty much one area.
Jul 27, 2017, 9:56 pm
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just did OLCI for 530pm LAX-SEA and discovered no TSA Pre 
... guess that means I'll have to drop the rental car at 330 rather than 415, which isn't really a big deal, but I'm certainly glad I blocked my calendar after 3
... guess that means I'll have to drop the rental car at 330 rather than 415, which isn't really a big deal, but I'm certainly glad I blocked my calendar after 3
Jul 28, 2017, 6:03 am
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If you expected TSA Pre because you're a member of a trusted traveler program, just try checking in again. Each time check in happens, the request for TSA Pre is essentially retried.