Long Beach Airport seeks votes for USA Today's best small airports list

Industry experts and editors at USA TODAY nominated LGB before public voting began. The USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards highlight top attractions and businesses across the country, offering readers trusted recommendations.

This nomination comes as LGB celebrates recent improvements, including reopening its Historic Terminal building and completing a new Ticketing Lobby, Checked Baggage Inspection System (CBIS), and consolidated Bag Claim. These upgrades are part of an ongoing $125 million Phase II – Terminal Area Improvements Program aimed at enhancing travel experiences.

Marking its centennial year, LGB offers service to 24 nonstop destinations through carriers like Southwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Hawaiian Airlines—more nonstop service than ever before in its history.

“LGB was honored to win in this same category in 2020, and we know we can do it again,” said Airport Director Cynthia Guidry. “Being considered for USA TODAY’s 10Best list is a testament to what makes us unique among airports, from our indoor-outdoor design—complete with palm trees and a fire pit—to locally-owned shops and restaurants.”

LGB continues to receive national recognition for its convenience and unique charm. This latest nomination adds to accolades such as being named among the 10 Best Airports in the United States by Condé Nast Traveler magazine readers for two consecutive years.

About Long Beach:

Long Beach is located along Southern California's coast and has approximately 466,000 residents. It offers metropolitan amenities while maintaining diverse neighborhoods and community culture. Known for its scenic beaches, downtown area, Queen Mary ship, Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach Convention Center, and Port of Long Beach.

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