What airport is best for Catalina Island?

No. The LAX Surfo shuttle is not free—it’s a paid public transit option provided by Big Blue Bus to and from LAX.
Ascend in Motion provides direct curbside airport service with no transfers and Professional Licensed Drivers.

Yes. Budget shuttles like FlyAway and LAX-it options exist, but require waiting and walking.
Ascend in Motion eliminates transfers with flat-rate direct service and curbside pickup by Professional Licensed Drivers.

Uber fares from LAX vary widely depending on the destination and time, starting around $35 and going beyond $100 with surge.
Ascend in Motion provides flat-rate curbside pickup with Professional Licensed Drivers and real-time flight monitoring.
You always know the price upfront.

To get to LAX without a car for free, take the Metro Green Line to Aviation/LAX and transfer to the free LAX Shuttle G.
This option involves transfers and long walks.
Ascend in Motion offers direct curbside service with Professional Licensed Drivers and flat-rate pricing.

You can reach LAX without a car via Metro Rail, FlyAway bus, or rideshare.
Each involves walking or waiting.
Ascend in Motion eliminates transfers and delays with scheduled flat-rate curbside pickup by Professional Licensed Drivers.

To get an Uber at LAX, exit your terminal and walk or take a shuttle to the LAX-it pickup lot.
Surge pricing and delays are common.
Ascend in Motion picks you up directly at your terminal with Professional Licensed Drivers and real-time flight monitoring.

To pick up a car at an airport, take the rental car shuttle from your terminal to the offsite rental center.
Lines, paperwork, and wait times are typical.
Ascend in Motion offers a ride alternative with flat-rate pricing and no rental delays.