The Best Airports for Visiting Disneyland—and How to Get There From Each One

Planning a trip to Disneyland in Anaheim, California? LAX is not your only airport option.

By Patricia Doherty

Patricia Doherty Patricia Doherty is a writer who specializes in covering destinations, resorts, and cruises for Travel + Leisure and other publications.

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Updated on November 1, 2026

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There are five airports within driving distance of the Disneyland Resort, and Orange County’s John Wayne Airport is the closest at under 14 miles away.

All area airports have services like shuttles, car rentals, and taxis to reach Disneyland, but it’s worth considering factors like rush-hour traffic, which can extend travel time considerably from L.A.…