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Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

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    Shelita M.
    "One of the best for international flights in/out of DC."(107 Tips)
    Jeffrey-Ryan B.
    "Red Carpet Club if flying United or Continental is worth it!"(55 Tips)
    Magnus J.
    "Nice restaurants, good gift shopping and most importantly free wifi."(51 Tips)
    Chris A.
    "24 hour Starbucks in the baggage claim area."(4 Tips)
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  • John W.
    John WFebruary 10, 2018
    Been here 10+ times
    A secret US mailbox is tucked away on the lowest level, down the west escalator, past baggage claim and down Door 2 ramp! Ask Information Desk for cards with directions, as well as to the post office!
    Upvoted 1 week ago
  • Marwan M.heart icon on user image
    Marwan MzDecember 7, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    They have a lot of stores but they are all similar to each other. There is no creativity. Almost 10 restaurants and cafe. Free WI-FI covered the whole area
    Upvoted 3 hours ago
  • SAADheart icon on user image
    SAADJune 15, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Clean restrooms, restaurants/coffee shops, lounges, train system, shopping .. etc basically all what you need as a traveler in an airport, you'll find it in IAD airport! 👌
    Upvoted 3 days ago
  • Russell K.
    Russell KloskJuly 16, 2018
    Been here 100+ times
    This could be a great airport if they would get the 5th runway built, replace the “temporary” terminals C&D with Permanent, modern facilities, complete the train
    Upvoted 1 week ago
  • Evren Y.heart icon on user image
    Evren YigitAugust 27, 2016
    Too many check points and police controls. Main terminal is designed very beatiful, a modern concrete structure. One of the best examples of design with concrete in wide span.
  • Bilawal H.heart icon on user image
    Bilawal HameedFebruary 22, 2017
    Beautiful airport. It's located in Virginia, and is very far (~25 miles) from DC. I'd recommend taking an Uber/Lyft to Central DC.
  • T S.heart icon on user image
    T SSeptember 26, 2018
    Amazing airport. Great architecture. Great food & souvenir stuff.
    Upvoted Aug 12
  • Yasaman M.heart icon on user image
    Yasaman MahdianSeptember 17, 2018
    Crazy crowded lines if you are not U.S citizen or green card holder. No facilities or anything while you are waiting.
  • Brian F.heart icon on user image
    Brian FanzoJuly 26, 2019
    Been here 50+ times
    Signup for Clear as you’ll never wait in line at security turning this into one of the nicest and easiest airports and if flying delta get the breakfast at five guys only available in the airport!
  • Abdulrahman A.
    Abdulrahman Almunayes 🇰🇼January 19, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Very good classic airport, maybe limited restaurants choices, few coffee shops, will be boring if not staying in Business Lounge, easy to follow signs & clean toilets
  • Bella M.heart icon on user image
    Bella MMay 30, 2018
    Was here on the 13th May 2018 and the staff were very helpful and efficient. Use of the self check in was fast and easy ! Great job!
  • Majed A.heart icon on user image
    Majed AlashariApril 12, 2020
    Nice clean airport with train to connect between the main terminal & to the gates terminals. Full of shops, restaurants and cafes.
  • Rob P.
    Rob PegoraroJanuary 10, 2015
    Been here 100+ times
    The cheaper buses towards D.C. (Metro 5A to the Rosslyn Metro station and then L'Enfant Plaza, Fairfax Connector 981 and 983 to the Wiehle Avenue/Reston Metro) are at curb 2E on the arrivals level.
  • Luis W.heart icon on user image
    Luis W.May 21, 2019
    Don’t under estimate the huge and straight long airport that you really need plenty of time to walk to your departure gate, you don’t want to miss or rush to catch for a flight.
  • Ahmad B.
    Ahmad Bin MohammedSeptember 21, 2019
    Been here 10+ times
    If your traveling to Riyadh through saudia, take the B train as it much closer to their terminal and the temporary Turkish lounge
  • Shelita M.heart icon on user image
    Shelita McBrideJanuary 14, 2020
    Been here 5+ times
    Love this airport! One of the best for international flights in/out of DC. Tons of food options and oh they have sleep pods too
  • Erik W.
    Erik WeberDecember 20, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Take an Uber sedan (up to 4 ppl) from Dulles to anywhere inside the Beltway for $80 flat, tip included! An SUV (up to 6 ppl) is just $105! Sign up at http://m.uber.com
    Upvoted Sep 26
  • Eater
    EaterJuly 11, 2012
    Top Dining Options: Five Guys, Concourse A/B; Harry's Tap Room, Main Terminal, Concourse B; Capitol Grounds Coffee, Concourse B; California Tortilla, Concourse C; Vino Volo Wine Room, Concourse C. Read more
  • Evan E.
    Evan EslingerMay 24, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    The staff, the food, and the wine selection at Vino Volo in terminal B are all outstanding. Enjoy a glass, a "flight" of three wines, or a bottle to take with you! Ask for Melissa or Sheena.
  • Aces C.heart icon on user image
    Aces ColumbusApril 9, 2017
    https://foursquare.com/explore?near=Etna%2C%20OH
  • USO
    USOFebruary 19, 2014
    Visit the USO across from baggage claim 12 from 6 AM - 10 PM. Active duty & retired military personnel, National Guard, reservists, merchant marines & their dependents are welcome! Read more
  • Sanaz L.heart icon on user image
    Sanaz LimoueeJanuary 26, 2014
    Been here 100+ times
    TSA Pre is the only way to go! Fastest way to get through security, no removing laptops or liquids. It's worth the lengthy application. Amex Platinum reimburses the $100 application fee.
  • Eric M.
    Eric MatisFebruary 26, 2023
    Been here 25+ times
    Concourse B is a hidden gem for long layovers. There are some great restaurants/fast-food spots (like Wendy’s), and international lounges you can access with status.
  • Bob T.heart icon on user image
    Bob TSeptember 8, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    For international arrivals plan on 60-90 minutes to ride train or shuttle to main terminal and get through customs. Add another 30 to get to your car in the economy parking lot. Welcome to the USA!
  • Sheila E.
    Sheila ElseaNovember 30, 2015
    Vino Volo in B gate is excellent. Tast 3 wines of your choice reasonable price excellent selection..and great tapas !
  • Amberheart icon on user image
    AmberNovember 4, 2015
    Best place for a layover: THERE IS A SMOKING AREA AFTER YOU GET THROUGH SECURITY. I repeat: YOU CAN SMOKE WITHOUT HAVING TO LEAVE.
  • Nitin A.
    Nitin AlaburDecember 9, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Crazy long line for the Airport taxis. Booked a ride with @taximagic, and the cab was waiting at United departures (door 4) by the time I arrived there (from Wash Flyer line to upper level door 4)
  • Duk-kiheart icon on user image
    Duk-kiFebruary 16, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    If you are into sneakers or streetwear, make sure you check out MAJOR in Georgetown area. One of the world's top sneaker boutiques & right here in DC. www.majordc.com #NikeSportswear #Converse #Jordan
  • Baebgurl J.heart icon on user image
    Baebgurl JonesSeptember 21, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    Come early and take your shoes off when going through the TSA screening!
  • Matthew T.heart icon on user image
    Matthew TosielloJuly 17, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Great American Bagel Bakery breakfast bagel sandwiches are surprisingly good and not a complete rip-off, two bagel, egg and cheeses plus 1 oj to split = less than $13 bucks, not bad for high quality
  • Abdullah S.
    Abdullah SuhaimJune 25, 2022
    Big Airport, use some early spare time if you can. Terminals A&B has so many shops and dining/coffee options after Security, Enjoy it
  • Stephanie R.
    Stephanie RutherfordDecember 10, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    If you are in concourse B and are in need of food, go to PotBelly's! You will not be disappointed and definitely add hot peppers to your sandwich.
  • Shailesh G.
    Shailesh GosaliaSeptember 28, 2023
    Been here 10+ times
    Great parking and transportation service to and from the airport and definitely more easy to get to from Maryland highway versus other Washington areas airports.
  • Jon D.heart icon on user image
    Jon DarveauFebruary 20, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Passport control/Customs can be a nightmare here. If you fly in to here a lot from overseas Global Entry program totally worth it.
  • Smitty
    SmittyJanuary 29, 2020
    Been here 50+ times
    So Clear now has an UP & Downstairs entry point. Be sure to check if your significant other has PRECheck & Clear before going to the upstairs location! Downstairs is CLEAR ONLY
  • Ahmed B.heart icon on user image
    Ahmed BasmairOctober 26, 2017
    This is a sad day for us. It is our last day in theUSA. We will be back one day. Great people and lovely places.
  • Silvestre A.
    Silvestre AcedilloFebruary 17, 2014
    You know there are two DAY public parking at Dulles right? One is more expensive than the other because it is supposedly nearer. From my experience, it does not matter. The shuttle is very fast.
  • Tian F.heart icon on user image
    Tian FangMarch 23, 2015
    Welcome to the capital of the United States! Please appreciate the honor of the fact that the DC airport is literally located in VA...
  • Neil C.heart icon on user image
    Neil CJune 14, 2017
    Definitely the best of the US airports. You don't have to redo security if you have a connecting flight and lots more facilities in the terminal.
  • Tristan
    TristanSeptember 23, 2011
    Pray that you are in the B gate. There is a five guys here! Head to ~B71...you can also wash those burgers down w/ $4 margaritas at chipotle! (~B63)..it's a fast food explosion, and it's epic
  • Leigh R.
    Leigh RawlsOctober 14, 2013
    You can park at one of the nearby hotels rather than airport's longterm parking for a much cheaper price. (You don't have to have stayed at the hotel to do this either). Shuttles included in price.
  • samin s.
    samin shokraviMarch 10, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    i just expect more than what is saw but the checking passports and visas are aoutomatically with divces and it was perfect because u can save the time
  • Rob P.
    Rob PegoraroJune 15, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    If you have more than 10 minutes before a 5A or Flyer bus arrives (likely with their woeful headways), detour upstairs to appreciate Eero Saarinen's beautiful, soaring ceiling while you wait.
  • Sara
    SaraJune 13, 2015
    Customs etc. was very fast even though you have to remove shoes, hats, outerwear etc. Rechecking bags from international transfers was smooth too.
  • Richard
    RichardApril 6, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    Thanks to incomplete expansion, it's often quicker to get to Terminal C by taking the shuttle to Terminal D and walking.
  • Michelin Travel & Lifestyle
    Booking a hotel? Quoted rates do not include Washington DC's substantial hotel tax of 14.5%. For example, a quoted room rate of $139, will actually cost $159 for a nights stay. -- Green Guides Editor
  • Ed
    EdMarch 29, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    As of March 2012, DC's two airports (DCA and IAD) are the only two places where you can try the breakfast menu at Five Guys Burgers and Fries. It's worth traveling to another terminal for.
  • Carlo
    CarloNovember 2, 2013
    Highly efficient system and design that allows for smooth flow of transportation vehicles and passenger movement. Great choices of places to eat and shop at the gates.
  • Arnaldo G.
    Arnaldo G. Miguel JrFebruary 7, 2015
    In fact, one of the most beautiful and comfortable airports in the world!
  • Jalaal E.heart icon on user image
    Jalaal ElasmarMay 12, 2017
    The airport is what you would call 1960's futuristic. The facility was intended for usage of mobile lounges but now has been converted into a facility much like airports of today.
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