Los Angeles International
LAX, in the heart of Los Angeles, is the sixth-busiest airport in the world in terms of passenger numbers and is the biggest airport in California. On the upper level, curbside baggage check-in is a convenient option, especially when traveling with heavy golf clubs in addition to other baggage. Another added convenience is the inexpensive and regular FlyAway bus service to Union Station (downtown) or Van Nuys (in the San Fernando Valley).
Los Angeles International Airport
1 World Way
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 646.5252
lawa.org
SAN San Diego International
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is situated just three miles from downtown San Diego. Visitors using this airport have easy access to and from the city when arriving and departing. It has all the amenities of a major world airport, with 18 commercial airlines serving more than 18 million passengers each year.
San Diego International Airport
3225 N. Harbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92101-1022
(619) 400-2400
san.org
San Francisco International
Although San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is just more than 10 miles from the city itself, BART public transport provides convenient connection services. SFO is a good choice for those taking a golf vacation in the wine country, as well as visitors who want to see the popular sights of San Francisco.
San Francisco International Airport
Highway 101
San Francisco, CA 94128
flysfo.com
Burbank Bob Hope Airport
Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) is the closest airport to downtown Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley and many of the area's biggest tourist attractions. It is a smaller alternative to LAX, served by major domestic airlines including American, JetBlue, Southwest and Alaska. A combined Metrolink bus and Amtrak station is within walking distance of the main terminal.
Bob Hope Airport
2627 N. Hollywood Way
Burbank, CA 91505
(818) 840-8840
burbankairport.com
Ontario International Airport
Ontario International Airport (ONT) is located 35 miles east of downtown Los Angeles in the Inland Empire region of California. The location provides quick access to the famous golf resorts of Palm Springs, eliminating the need to navigate Los Angeles traffic. Servicing about 220 flights per day, you can fly to and from every major U.S. city through ONT.
LA/Ontario International Airport
1923 East Avion St.
Ontario, CA 91761
(909) 937-2700
lawa.org
Santa Ana, John Wayne Airport-Orange County
Orange County hosts some of the world's finest golf courses, such as Big Canyon Country Club in Newport Beach and the Pelican Hill Resort courses. Don't be fooled by the relatively short distance between Los Angeles airports and Orange County. Heavy traffic can add hours to the journey, making John Wayne Airport a much better option.
John Wayne Airport
18601 Airport Way
Santa Ana, CA 92707
(949) 252-5200
ocair.com
Sacramento International
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is a well-located choice when visiting the golf courses of Napa Valley and around Lake Tahoe. It is also a hub for those leaving California for prime golf destinations including Hawaii and Mexico, as it is served by Hawaiian Airline and Mexicana Airlines in addition to many major domestic airlines.
Sacramento International Airport
6900 Airport Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95837
(916) 929-5411
sacairports.org
About The Author
Joanne Lewis is a freelance writer who has written for newspapers since 2005. She is currently the editor of a weekly community newspaper in Los Angeles, Calif. Lewis holds a Bachelor of Science in politics from the University of Bristol, England.
