LAX · Los Angeles International

The cannabis rules board for LAX travelers

Landing with a layover and questions you can't ask the gate agent? Here's what California law and LAX's own policies actually allow — written for adults 21+, in plain language, kept current.

Rules · Status Board · Updated Jul 2026

ActionConditionStatus
Possess inside LAX21+ · within CA limits (28.5g flower / 8g concentrate)PERMITTED
Fly with it — anywhereAny amount, carry-on or checkedNO — FEDERAL
Consume in publicAirport, sidewalks, beaches, parks, ridesharesILLEGAL IN CA
Buy from a licensed shop21+ with government ID · passports OKLEGAL
Delivery to your hotelLicensed service · hotel policy decidesCHECK FIRST
Informational summary, not legal advice. Full detail and sources in the guides below.