Disneyland Guide - Getting There - Arriving By Air
Getting to Disneyland by airplane is very simple. There are two airports that commonly serve Disneyland, John Wayne Airport and Los Angeles International Airport. There are also three other airports within 40 miles.
Because of its popularity, traveling to the Los Angeles area to visit Disneyland is easy. Flights are available day or night to any of the local airports. Also be on the lookout for "kids fly free" packages which are very common for trips to Disneyland.
Note: In all the driving directions below, mileages are approximate. All directions begin with a freeway. In some cases you'll have to travel surface streets to the freeway. Signs at the airport should direct you to the freeway indicated. Also note none of the routes shown require tolls.
Major Airports
John Wayne Airport (Click for official site)
City: Irvine, CA Airport Code: SNA
The most convenient airport to land at for visiting Disneyland is John Wayne Airport.
Airport shuttles are available to and from the Disneyland area and it's even close enough
for taking a cab. If you'll be renting a car, some car rental companies are located at the
airport.
Driving distance to Disneyland: 12 miles
Directions to Disneyland:
- Take the 55 Freeway North 3 miles.
- Transfer to the 5 Freeway North for 7 miles.
- Exit on Harbor Blvd. and follow the signs to Disneyland.
Los Angeles International Airport (Click for official site)
City: Los Angeles, CA Airport Code: LAX
The airport with the most options will be Los Angeles International Airport, the
major airport serving Southern California. Airport shuttles are available to and from the
Disneyland area. If you'll be renting a car several companies have offices and lots inside
the airport.
Driving distance to Disneyland: 35 miles
Directions to Disneyland:
- Take the 105 Freeway East 16 miles.
- Transfer to the 605 Freeway South for 2 miles.
- Transfer to the 91 Freeway East for 7 miles.
- Transfer to the 5 Freeway South for 5 miles
- Exit on Disneyland Way and follow the signs.
Other Airports
Long Beach Municipal Airport (Click for official
site)
City: Long Beach, CA Airport Code: LGB
Driving distance to Disneyland: 18 miles
Directions to Disneyland:
- Take the 405 Freeway South 6 miles.
- Transfer to the 22 Freeway East for 7 miles.
- Exit on Harbor Blvd North and go North on Harbor for 3 miles. When you pass Katella Disneyland will be on the left.
Ontario Airport (Click for official site)
City: Ontario, CA Airport Code: ONT
Driving distance to Disneyland: 32 miles
Directions to Disneyland:
- Take the 60 Freeway West 11 miles.
- Transfer to the 57 Freeway South for 14 miles
- Exit on Katella and go left (West) 1.5 miles
- Turn right on Harbor Blvd. Disneyland is on the left.
Burbank Airport
City: Burbank, CA Airport Code: BUR
Driving distance to Disneyland: 40 miles
Directions to Disneyland:
- Take the 5 Freeway South 38 miles.
- Exit on Disneyland Way and follow the signs
Related Links
- Airport
Bus
Service between Disneyland and John Wayne Airport and Los Angeles International Airport - Super
Shuttle
More personal service between airports and any destination - See the individual Airports' official sites for more transportation information.
-- Last Updated June 22, 2000
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