Malibu scenery

Fly & Drive guide

Fly into LAX, drive to Malibu

41 min drive23 milesReservations: moderate

Reise auf einen Blick

Ankunftsflughafen
LAX
Fahrt vom Flughafen
41 Min. · Schätzung
Empfohlene Dauer
2–4 Tage
Reservierungsbedarf
Mittel · Einlasshinweise prüfen
Fahrzeughinweise
Standard cars are suitable for the PCH, though smaller vehicles handle narrow canyon roads more easily. Check rental agreements for off-pavement restrictions.

Ihre Route

LAX

Los Angeles International Airport

Malibu

About 41 min · 23 mi by car, no stops. Estimate only.

Your arrival plan

Before you land

Reservations

Coastal Access and Mountain Trail Reservations

Access to state beaches like El Matador is generally first-come, but parking is limited and requires a daily fee. Historic sites like the Adamson House require specific tour bookings. Always verify seasonal trail closures with California State Parks or the NPS before arrival.

Official reservation info

Best time to fly in

April – October

Ihre Route

  1. Tag 1 · Canyon Ruins and Coastal Piers

    Solstice Canyon → Malibu Pier

  2. Tag 2 · Mountain Peaks and Sea Stacks

    Sandstone Peak → El Matador State Beach

  3. Tag 3 · Marine Bluffs and Wetlands

    Point Dume State Beach → Malibu Lagoon State Beach

Viator

Tours & experiences near Malibu

Geführte Aktivitäten rund um Malibu. Prüfen Sie Treffpunkt, Termine und Verfügbarkeit auf Viator vor der Buchung.

Tourangebote separat öffnen

Ausgewählte Reiseausrüstung

Fünf Tipps für Malibu

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Quick answers

What is the closest airport to Malibu?

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the nearest commercial airport we route from.

How long is the drive from LAX to Malibu?

Roughly 41 min (about 23 miles) by car, without stops. Times are estimates.

Do I need a reservation to visit Malibu?

Access to state beaches like El Matador is generally first-come, but parking is limited and requires a daily fee. Historic sites like the Adamson House require specific tour bookings. Always verify seasonal trail closures with California State Parks or the NPS before arrival.

Keep planning

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