From LAX, take the Century Boulevard exit and merge onto I-405 North, then connect to I-10 East toward downtown Los Angeles. The route passes through Santa Monica and Venice Beach areas before reaching the city center. Having your own vehicle provides flexibility to explore Southern California attractions like Griffith Observatory along the way.

You can get discounts and low cost car rental on Turo. On your Account page, make sure you've checked the box to receive email notifications, and enable push notifications from the Turo app in your phone settings — we'll send you occasional promo codes, discounts, and deals. Additionally, frequent travelers on Turo can get rewarded with the loyalty bonus — earn a promo code for one bonus day when you take trips totaling 10 days in a 90-day period.

A passenger van rental from Los Angeles airport works well for large groups visiting multiple California attractions. Van rentals provide ample space for luggage and passengers traveling between locations like Long Beach, Burbank, and other Southern California destinations. Consider your group size and planned activities when selecting between standard vehicles and larger passenger vans.

No, you don't need personal insurance coverage to rent a car on Turo. In the US, any personal insurance you may have that covers damage to the host's vehicle would kick in before your Turo protection plan. When booking a car in the US, you'll choose between three protection plans — Premier (eligibility requirements apply), Standard, or Minimum — to get the level of protection that's right for you. On each trip, you're covered with third-party automobile liability insurance provided under a policy issued to Turo by Travelers Excess and Surplus Lines Company.* In New York state, you'll also choose between Premier (if available), Standard, or Minimum. With each plan, you're covered with liability insurance of $1,250,000.* Protection plans for New York trips also include access to roadside assistance, priority phone support, and 24/7 customer assistance.

The Pacific Coast Highway offers scenic coastal drives from LAX through Santa Monica and Venice Beach toward northern California destinations. Inland routes connect Los Angeles International Airport to desert attractions and mountain regions throughout Southern California. Many travelers use LGB and Burbank as alternative starting points for exploring different areas of the greater Los Angeles region.

The Los Angeles International Airport area has limited toll facilities compared to other major cities. Express lanes on certain freeways like I-10 and I-110 operate as optional toll lanes for faster travel during peak hours. Most standard routes from LAX to popular destinations including San Diego and Long Beach remain toll-free.

Numerous gas stations operate along Century Boulevard and Sepulveda Boulevard near LAX, providing convenient refueling options. Electric vehicle charging stations are available at various shopping centers and parking structures throughout the Los Angeles area. Many hotels and attractions near Disneyland and other Southern California destinations also offer charging facilities.

California requires all passengers to wear seat belts, and you must carry valid identification and vehicle registration documents. Los Angeles features extensive freeway systems with multiple lanes, so familiarize yourself with exit numbers for your destinations. Right turns on red lights are permitted after complete stops unless posted signs indicate otherwise.

To rent a car on Turo, you must create a Turo account, have a valid driver's license, get approved to drive on Turo, and be 18 years old or older in the US, 21 years old or older in Australia, or 23 years old or older in Canada. In the UK, you must be 21 years old or older and have held a UK or EU license for at least one year, or another driver's license for at least two years. In France you must be 18 years old or older and have held a driver's license for at least 2 years, longer for certain makes and models of vehicles. When you're booking your first trip, you'll go through a quick approval process by entering your driver's license and some other information. In most cases, you'll get approved immediately, and you'll be set for all future road trips, day trips, and business trips!