Travel vaccinations & travel medicine near LAX
Ten minutes from Los Angeles International Airport. Walk in, tell us where you're going, and we'll help you get ready for the trip.
Convenient before your flight — or well before it
Most people book the trip months out and think about vaccinations two weeks before departure. We're set up for both.
Minutes from LAX
On W. Manchester Ave. in Playa Del Rey — an easy stop on the way to or from the airport.
No appointment needed
Walk in during pharmacy hours. Most visits take about 15 minutes.
Talk to the pharmacist
No phone trees and no separate consultation booking. Ask your questions directly.
Records provided
Printed vaccination records for visa applications, employers, schools, and cruise lines.
Vaccines for international travel
Commonly requested for international destinations. Availability varies — call ahead and we'll confirm what's in stock or order it for you.
Before most international trips
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Typhoid
- Tdap / Td — tetanus protection is easy to let lapse
- MMR — measles outbreaks continue in many destinations
- Influenza and COVID-19 — flu seasons differ by hemisphere
- RSV — for eligible adults
Four to six weeks before departure is ideal
Some vaccines need multiple doses spread over weeks, and immunity takes time to build. Leaving sooner? Come in anyway — partial protection beats none, and we'll tell you honestly what's still worth doing in the time you have.
Medications for the trip, not just vaccines
We fill the prescription medications travelers commonly need. A licensed prescriber must write the prescription — bring one from your physician or travel clinic and we'll take it from there.
Malaria prevention
Filled per your prescriber's chosen regimen for your destination.
Traveler's diarrhea
Standby antibiotics to carry with you, when prescribed.
Altitude sickness
For Cusco, La Paz, Kilimanjaro, and high-elevation trekking.
Motion sickness
Patches and oral options for long flights and boat travel.
Vacation supply refills
We can help you request an early refill so you're not rationing medication abroad.
Custom compounding
Liquid or flavored formulations for children traveling, or forms that travel better. About our compounding.
Tell us where you're going
Requirements change constantly, and two weeks at a resort is different from three months of rural fieldwork. Our pharmacists review your destination and history with you.
Bring with you
- Your destination and travel dates
- Your itinerary — rural or urban, length of stay
- Vaccination records, if you have them
- Your insurance card
- Current medications and health conditions
What we can and can't do
Prescriptions come from your prescriber
We dispense and immunize within California pharmacy law. We don't prescribe travel medications — bring a prescription from your physician or a travel clinic and we'll fill it when appropriate and available.
Yellow fever
Yellow fever vaccination requires designation as a registered vaccination center. We are not listing that designation here — please call to ask about your specific requirement and we'll point you in the right direction.
Travel vaccination FAQ
How far in advance should I come in?
Four to six weeks before departure is ideal, since some vaccines require multiple doses and immunity takes time to develop. If you're leaving sooner, come in anyway — many vaccines still offer meaningful protection.
Do I need an appointment?
No. Walk in Monday through Friday 9am to 6:30pm, or Saturday 10am to 3pm. Calling ahead at (310) 823-4500 lets us confirm your vaccines are in stock.
How close are you to LAX?
We're at 8131 W. Manchester Ave. in Playa Del Rey, roughly ten minutes from the airport depending on traffic.
Does insurance cover travel vaccines?
Coverage varies. Some are covered under preventive care and others are typically out of pocket. We check your specific coverage and tell you the cost before administering anything.
Can you prescribe malaria or altitude medication?
No. Bring a prescription from your doctor or travel clinic and we'll fill it.
Will I get documentation?
Yes. We provide printed vaccination records for visa applications, school and employer requirements, and cruise lines.
Let's get you ready
Call us or stop by — 8131 W. Manchester Ave., Playa Del Rey. Mon–Fri 9am–6:30pm · Sat 10am–3pm. See all our immunization services.