Washington Dulles International Airport
General information
Washington Dulles International Airport is an airport named after John Foster Dulles, consisting of three terminals and four runways. The airport is a hub for United Airlines. Washington Dulles International Airport is Washington D.C.’s main international airport, Washington Reagan National Airport and Baltimore/Washington Airport are mainly used for domestic flights.
Washington D.C. does not have an international airport, however there are three airports in close proximity of the capital of the United States. You can choose between two airports in Virginia (Washington Dulles International Airport, Washington Reagan National Airport) and one airport in Maryland (Baltimore/Washington Airport).
Location
Where is Washington Dulles International Airport situated?
The airport is located in the state of Virginia west of the capital Washington D.C.. You can reach the airport by car via State Route 267 (Dulles Access Road) and State Route 28.
How many terminals does Washington Dulles International Airport have?
The airport consists of a main terminal (boarding gates H/Z) and two satellite terminals (Concourses A/B and Concourses C/D). Main Terminal has two floors, Arrivals Level – Baggage Claim / Ground Transportation & Parking on the ground floor and Departures Level – Ticketing / Check-In on the first floor. The terminals of Washington Dulles International Airport are connected to each other by means of an automated people mover called AeroTrain. This AeroTrain runs from boarding gates B via the main terminal (boarding gates H/Z) to Concourse A and Concourse C.
Airport Map
Nearby airports
A good alternative for flying to or from Washington Dulles International Airport are the following airports, sorted by distance from the airport. You can also take a look at the complete list of airports in United States.
| Airport | Distance |
|---|---|
| Washington Reagan National Airport | 38km |
| Baltimore/Washington Airport | 72km |
Transportation
Car
The distance from Washington Dulles International Airport to the centre of Washington D.C. is 45 kilometres. By car, it takes 45 minutes to get to the centre of Washington D.C..
From IAD Airport to Washington D.C. City centre by Car
Public transport
It is possible to travel to and from Washington Dulles International Airport by public transport. Visit the Washington Dulles International Airport transportation page for the possibilities.
Taxi transfer
A taxi is the quickest and most comfortable way to get to and from Washington Dulles International Airport. The price for a taxi ride from the airport to the centre of Washington D.C. is about $ 70.-. Book your taxi at Washington Dulles International Airport and discover the comfort of pre-booked taxis.
From IAD Airport to Washington D.C. City centre by Taxi
Car rental
At Washington Dulles International Airport you can rent a car from car rental companies Alamo (Enterprise Holdings), Avis, Budget, Dollar (The Hertz Corporation), Enterprise, Hertz, National (Enterprise Holdings), Sixt, Thrifty (The Hertz Corporation) and local providers. It is most convenient to find and book a car well in advance. By doing so, you can save money and time at the airport.
Airport parking
Washington Dulles International Airport offers various official parking options, from premium to low cost. In addition, alternative parking options are available near the airport. If you want to park as cheaply as possible, it's wise to book online!
At the airport
Do you want more information about facilities, currency exchange, services, free Wi-Fi, lounges, etc. at Washington Dulles International Airport? Check our at the airport page for a complete overview of all facilities and services at Washington Dulles International Airport.
Flights
Departures and arrivals
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Flight tickets
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Which airlines fly from and to Washington Dulles International Airport?
We offer you a list of airlines at Washington Dulles International Airport. The main airlines at the airport are:
- United Airlines
- Delta Air Lines
- American Airlines
- Alaska Airlines
- Saudia
Accommodations
Hotels near the airport
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Hotels in Washington D.C.
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Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center, Washington
Located in Penn Quarter, across the street from Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro, Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center welcomes guests with a restaurant and bar. Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center is a micro-hotel with an urban vibe.
Things to do
It is possible to book tickets, activities and tours in the city and near Washington Dulles International Airport. You can avoid queues and save money by buying your tickets online. Planning a trip and wondering what to do, we give you some inspiration!
Washington DC:Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Cruise on the Odyssey
Dine aboard the Odyssey, a unique boat designed to provide the ultimate viewing of Washington DC's sights. Savor a delicious plated brunch with mimosas or a gourmet 3-course dinner served at your private table, then relax to the curated background music.
Reviews
Have you visited Washington Dulles International Airport lately? So far, 3 airport passengers have written an airport review about Washington Dulles International Airport. This airport has an average score of 1 out of 5. Provide other airport travellers with essential airport information and tell us about your airport experience.
Latest airport reviews
Passport control over 2 hours waiting time.
Custom waiting period is horrible they have over 35 lines and have 3 or 4 agents working its about 7 lines deep back to the bathroom area after a long flight the last thing you want to do is stand in line for hours on end horrible customer service need more agent to get passed passport immigration area of the airport
Where do I start?! Crap! Utter Crap! If you are passing through this ‘international’ airport with two minutes spare to have a piss then fine. Otherwise don’t bother. It’s shite.