Going through security at LAX

[npoon]

In the past they recommended 2 hours prior to departure, with the new measures, what are the recommended times. I was told leaving out of Edmonton it was 3 hours now!

 

[Disney Brat]

I would like to know as well! We will be travelling from Winnipeg to Edmonton and finally onto LA...then in reverse comming home. I hope it all runs smoothly for everyone!

 

[dancin Disney style]

If you are flying from LAX into Canada then you need to be there 3 hours before departure. Most carriers are requiring 3 hours for an international flight now. At the moment is you are flying from Canada into the USA you need to be there 4 hours or more ahead.

Check with the carrier as to what their policy is.

 

[CrazyDisneyMommy1]

Well we went down Dec. 27th just as this was all starting. From Edmonton to LAX it took us 3 hours in the line ups, but carry on's were still aloud on Westjet that day. Our flight ended up being 2 hours late. Coming home was no problem. We came home Jan. 5th from LAX to Edmonton and we were there 2 hours before and were through security in 30 mins.

 

[npoon]

So my understanding now is that no carry on going into United States but carry on is allowed leaving the States, can traveler's confirm this?

 

[monkeyknuckler]

LAX is the worst for security. If you have kids, they may send you upstairs by going to the elevator, and bypassing a huge line. We try to pass by the security guard that sends people straight to the 2nd floor.