Find the best parking. Lot C and Lot B are both available for long-term parking. They are quite a distance from the airport, but shuttles are available for free approximately every 12 minutes. There are eight additional parking decks very close to the terminals available for short-term parking or drop off. The first 2 hours are free of charge.
Know which terminal is going to be used. Print a map of the terminals before arriving so once there, you will know which way to go. There are eight terminals, all servicing different airlines.
Be aware that there are two levels. The upper level is the departure level, and the lower level is the arrival level. There are elevators and escalators scattered throughout the airport allowing access to one or the other.
Find fast food and restaurants easily near your terminal. There are several Burger Kings, McDonald's and Starbucks throughout the airport. There are also several sports bars, Wolfgang Puck restaurants and California Pizza Kitchens in addition to much more.
Purchase entertainment for your flight at one of the many gift shops and newsstands. There is a Hudson Gift and News in each of the eight terminals. There are also more to choose from.