When preparing for a trip to LA and heading to the airport for your flight, many people leave earlier than necessary to account for security checks and boarding procedures. Especially at a large airport like LAX, arriving 2-3 hours early can bring peace of mind. How can you make this long wait more comfortable and productive?

The answer is to pack a small bag separately from your main luggage before you even get into an LA Koreatown taxi like ours, Hangil Taxi. By keeping essential items within reach from the moment you use an airport drop-off service until you board your flight, your journey will start much more smoothly.

Why separate your large and small bags?

Large suitcases are usually loaded into the car's trunk. It's inconvenient to open them after getting out of the taxi and before loading them onto an airport cart. If you suddenly need a phone charger in the car, or want a drink of water and it's in your large bag, it can be frustrating.

Preparing a separate small bag avoids these inconveniences. You can keep it on the passenger seat or at your feet while driving, and on your shoulder or lap at the airport, allowing you to access needed items immediately. This is especially useful when traveling with parents or young children.

Essential items to pack

If you're unsure what to put in your small bag, refer to the following list. These items are for preparing for a long wait at the airport.

• Important documents: Keep your passport, visa, ID, and flight tickets (including e-tickets) in a separate pouch so you can access them anytime. It's also a good idea to print out your e-ticket information in case your phone battery dies.
• Electronics: Your phone, a portable charger, charging cables, and wired or wireless earphones are essential. It can be hard to find charging outlets at the airport, so make sure your portable charger is fully charged.
• Medication and hygiene products: It's reassuring to have any regular medications, simple pain relievers, digestive aids, and disposable bandages. Hand sanitizer, wet wipes, and lip balm or a small hand cream for dry cabin air and airport environments are also useful.

Pack simple snacks and water

Airport restaurants and cafes are often expensive and crowded. Packing some simple snacks in advance can be very helpful when you get hungry. Nuts, energy bars, and dried fruits that don't have a strong smell or create a lot of crumbs are good choices.

For drinks, it's economical and convenient to bring a small bottle of water to drink before passing through security, or to bring an empty water bottle to fill at an airport water fountain after security. It's also good for quenching your thirst in the taxi.

What to bring for a boring wait

Three hours is longer than you might think. Instead of just staring at your smartphone, prepare some entertainment. A light book or magazine, or an e-reader, can be a great companion. Downloading your favorite dramas or movies to your tablet or phone in advance is also a good idea. Airport Wi-Fi can be slow or unreliable, so it's recommended to prepare your content at home beforehand.

Label: Hangil Taxi LAX Airport Pickup and Drop-Off Fares

Hangil Taxi provides affordable airport transportation services for those traveling to and from Koreatown, LA. Koreatown taxi fares are as follows (one-way):

• LAX Airport → LA Koreatown: Van $50 / SUV $45 / Sedan $40
• LA Koreatown → LAX Airport: Van $50 / SUV $45 / Sedan $35

For travel to other areas like Orange County, Irvine, Torrance, or for services to Burbank (BUR) or Long Beach (LGB) airports, please contact us by phone or KakaoTalk for friendly assistance with fares.

Start your comfortable journey with Hangil Taxi

Experience how much more comfortable your trip to the airport and your waiting time can be with a small, pre-packed bag. Hangil Taxi is a reliable partner that takes care of the beginning and end of your LA trip. If you need LAX airport pickup or drop-off, please contact us anytime. Booking an LA Koreatown call taxi is simple and convenient.

You can make a reservation by phone, text, or through the KakaoTalk open chat link below.

• Phone/Text: (213) 728-3474
• KakaoTalk Open Chat: https://open.kakao.com/o/sN3nemHi