Flat Rate: $74 | ~35–55 min
Downtown Los Angeles is one of the most common destinations for travelers flying into Long Beach Airport — whether you’re heading to a hotel near the Convention Center, a meeting in the Financial District, or the Arts District. The flat-rate taxi from LGB to Downtown LA is $74, direct and door-to-door, with no meter running through traffic.
RideYellow / Long Beach Yellow Cab provides 24/7 flat-rate taxi service from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to all of Downtown Los Angeles.
The $74 Flat Rate — What It Covers
$74 total for the vehicle — not per person, not per mile, not subject to surge pricing.
That means whether you’re stuck on the 710 for an extra 20 minutes or sailing through on a Sunday morning, your price doesn’t change. The flat rate covers drop-off anywhere in Downtown LA, including:
- Financial District — Bunker Hill, Grand Ave corridor, offices along Figueroa
- Convention Center / L.A. Live — Staples Center (Crypto.com Arena), hotels, event venues
- Little Tokyo / Arts District — boutique hotels, restaurants, galleries
- South Park / Fashion District — clothing wholesale, hotels
- Civic Center — City Hall, federal buildings, courthouses
- Pershing Square / Historic Core — central DTLA hotels
Not sure if your destination is “Downtown”? If it’s south of the 101, west of the LA River, north of the 10, and east of the 110 — it’s covered at the $74 flat rate.
How to Get Your Taxi at Long Beach Airport
1) Get Your Trip Code
Create your Trip Code through the RideYellow app before your flight and lock in your $74 Downtown LA flat rate. For business travelers, this also gives you confirmed fare documentation before the ride even starts.
2) Head to the LGB Taxi Stand
After collecting your bags, exit the terminal and walk to the taxi stand located outside the terminal next to Parking Structure A. Follow ground transportation signs from baggage claim.
Can’t find the stand? Call Long Beach Yellow Cab dispatch 24/7 at (562) 444-4444.
3) Use the Taxi Line
At the taxi line, request Long Beach Yellow Cab. Tell your driver your specific Downtown LA address or neighborhood and they’ll route directly there.
4) Redeem Your Trip Code
Immediately upon entering the cab, read off your Trip Code to your driver — your $74 flat rate is locked in and confirmed.
Ride Now or Later
Download the RideYellow App and tap on Ride Now, if you want to ride now, or tap Ride Later, if you want to schedule a ride for later.
Tap Trip Code
When you enter your pickup and drop off location, tap on "trip code" to generate your trip code.
Show Your Code
When you're ready to ride, walk to a taxi line at your pickup location. Hop into a cab and show the driver your code.
The Route — LGB to Downtown LA
The drive runs roughly 28 miles and takes 35–55 minutes depending on traffic. The typical route heads north on the 710 Freeway (Long Beach Freeway) directly into Downtown Los Angeles, exiting at your specific destination.
Traffic notes:
- Best window: Before 7am or after 7pm — 30–40 min
- Moderate: Midday weekdays — 40–50 min
- Avoid if possible: 7–9am and 4–7pm weekdays — 710 and downtown surface streets slow considerably
The flat rate is the same regardless of which window you’re traveling in.
LGB vs LAX for Downtown LA — A Comparison
Travelers headed downtown often default to LAX. But LGB is worth considering:
|
LGB → Downtown LA |
LAX → Downtown LA |
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|---|---|---|
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Flat rate |
$74 |
$46.50 |
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Drive time |
~45–70 min (710 direct) |
~35–90+ min (10 or 110) |
|
Airport size |
Single terminal, fast exit |
9 terminals, longer to exit |
|
Carrier options |
JetBlue primary |
All major carriers |
LAX is closer in distance, but the 10 and 110 freeways out of LAX are notoriously congested. The 710 from LGB into Downtown is typically the more predictable route — meaning your $74 flat rate also buys a lot less variance in arrival time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the $74 flat rate for the whole cab or per person? Whole cab. One passenger or four, the rate is $74.
Does the flat rate cover all of Downtown LA? Yes — any destination within the Downtown LA boundaries at the flat rate. Call dispatch if you’re unsure whether your specific address qualifies.
How long does the ride take? 35–55 minutes typically. The 710 to DTLA is fairly direct; budget toward the higher end during rush hour.
Can I get a return taxi from Downtown LA to LGB? Yes. Book online or call Long Beach Yellow Cab for the return trip. Same flat rate in both directions.
Does surge pricing apply? Never. The flat rate is fixed regardless of time of day, traffic, or demand.
Can I stop somewhere along the way? Call dispatch to discuss mid-route stops — depending on the stop, it may affect the rate.
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