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Flying with oxygen from Long Beach (LGB)

Long Beach Airport is the No. 74 airport in the U.S. by passenger boardings (FAA, 2024), serving Long Beach and nearby Los Angeles, Huntington Beach and Anaheim. Here’s how to get through the airport and onto your flight with a portable oxygen concentrator.

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Airlines at LGB

Tap an airline to see its portable oxygen concentrator rules.

Southwest AirlinesAdd your POC to the reservation, then see an agent at the airport. Window seat required.Delta Air LinesRequest approval 48 hours ahead (72 international) and send a physician’s statement.Alaska Airlines48 hours’ notice recommended; 150% battery plus ground time. Also covers Hawaiian Airlines.Hawaiian AirlinesNow follows Alaska Airlines’ oxygen policy.

Airline list reviewed October 2026. Routes change often, so check Long Beach’s website for current flights.

Airport day tips

Start fully chargedSecurity lines and gate waits use battery too. Many airlines want 150% of your flight time covered, so arrive with every battery full.
Screening at TSATell the officer you have a portable oxygen concentrator. If you can’t disconnect from it, say so and they’ll screen you another way. TSA Cares (855-787-2227) can help if you call 72 hours ahead.
Ask for assistanceNeed a wheelchair or help getting to the gate? Request it through your airline when you book. It’s free.
Check in with an agentMany airlines verify your POC, paperwork and batteries at the counter or gate, so leave a little extra time.
Heading to a cruise?LGB is a common choice for sailings from Long Beach Cruise Terminal. Ask your cruise line about its oxygen rules before you sail.

FAA-approved concentrators for flying

Every portable concentrator below is FAA approved for use on U.S. flights.

Inogen Rove 6Pulse dose · 4.8 lbUp to 6 hr 15 min batteryLearn more →Inogen One Rove 4Pulse dose · 2.9 lbUp to 4.5 hr batteryLearn more →Inogen One G5Pulse dose · 4.8 lbUp to 6.5 hr batteryLearn more →CAIRE FreeStyle ComfortPulse dose · 5 lbUp to 8 hr battery (16-cell)Learn more →

Only need oxygen for one trip? We also offer short- and long-term portable concentrator rentals. See oxygen rentals →

Other California airports

Los Angeles International (LAX)Los AngelesSan Francisco International (SFO)San FranciscoSan Diego International (SAN)San DiegoSacramento International (SMF)SacramentoSan José Mineta International (SJC)San JoseJohn Wayne, Orange County (SNA)Santa Ana

Flying from LGB?

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