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Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
International Airport
Dulles
The experts at Michelin Travel & Lifestyle and Eater recommend this place
"One of the best for international flights in/out of DC."(107 Tips)
"Red Carpet Club if flying United or Continental is worth it!"(55 Tips)
"Nice restaurants, good gift shopping and most importantly free wifi."(50 Tips)
"24 hour Starbucks in the baggage claim area."(4 Tips)
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Hesham Al SaudJuly 6, 2014One of the best airports in the world. I like the cleanliness, the atmosphere and the resturants!
AidoadvisorAugust 25, 2013This is my first time in Dulles airport going to Saudi Arabia via Saudi air lines. Comparing with JFK.. Here is 100% better .. JFK IF TOTAL JURK AIRPORT
Add (decent) shopping options (e.g., Pink, mom-and-pop boutiques, make up stores, even a CVS)
The airport is well run and the management and staff are very friendly and helpful
Nidia PolancoApril 17, 2017I spent 7 hours here.. and I enjoyed it! Really good food and smokers lounge 🙌🏼
It's a large airport with a lot of distance between gates. Make sure you leave yourself enough time from dropping off your rental car to your flight.
Christopher MaloneJune 26, 2013Longest security line I've ever seen by a factor of 10. Amazing really. Definitely arrive 90 min early so you don't miss your flight too.
There is a huge shoulder on the left on the way into the airport. It seems like a great “cell phone waiting area.” Legal?
Juliana AlvesDecember 22, 2016Few options to eat before you pass security. If you miss your flight you're lost!
Liz LunaMay 31, 2013Always come early, all the terminals are clearly labled but the airport is very large and it's a hike to get from one side to another.
Josh E.October 4, 2014If you are flying to a place that doesn't have a five guys, grab one from the joint at the end of terminal B. Best burger in America.
As someone who lives in Maryland I honestly hate driving to IAD but... The long distance non-stops make up for the misery. #HowQuicklyWeForgetPain #MdPeopleHateDrivingOverTheBridgeToVa
DCA-Regan is easier to navigate but Dulles has more coast-to-coast directs. Expect bumpy landing due to strong winds!
Have an hour before your United flight? Hop over to Terminal B before your flight to grab Chipotle or a glass of wine or beer at Starbucks!
DoubleTree by Hilton ManagerSeptember 22, 2011Long flight? Peanuts are okay, but bringing a filling, healthy snack like almonds or fruit will keep you tied over until your destination. For more travel tips and fun, follow @DoubleTree on Twitter!
Everything about Dulles is great. Easy access, easy parking and easy gates.
Harald B.August 16, 2014In case you are in transit and happen to be in concourse C/D you obtain a boarding pass at the UA desk at D20
The Dulles Diamond Security Point referenced in the other tip WAS amazing and convenient for frequent flyers but now they allow anyone so it gets just as backed up as any other checkpoint. So sad...
Even with trains shuttling you to the different terminals, it's still a walk to get from the trains to the actual terminal. Be prepared to pick up your pace!
Airline Geeks / Ryan EwingOctober 7, 2013Check out Daily Parking Garage 2 Level 5 for unique views of the airport.
There's a Dunkin Donuts just outside of both United gates and before baggage claim. Get your morning brew!
Moe's near the C gates has a pretty decent breakfast. The Bloody Mary can be fairly strong, which is how it should be.
You can use Uber.com to get a black sedan to or from DC. The flat rate of $80 to/from inside the beltway is comparable to taxi fare and is a LOT better service!
Connie CrosbyNovember 9, 2013Starbucks Evenings - serves wine, small plates, truffle mac & cheese - Gate B47
People mover for terminal D and the underground train for terminal C. But you can walk between both terminals so grab the least crowded option.
If you are in the d gates - take the train to the c gates and walk. Far faster and more comfortable than the 1970s people mover
Jacquinn ScalesSeptember 24, 2014Had an awesome time hanging in DC yesterday and now it's time to say goodbye bye. This is random but I like boarding these little express jets, it be making a brotha feel all presidential and stuff.
Grab a meal at the Subway in the Z gate area before taking the monster truck over to the D gates. Shorter lines = faster +better service.
Yasser MonkachiSeptember 1, 2013If your hungry try the Tomato-Basilic-mozarella aka TBM Sandwich in the COSI Resto, a must taste !
This airport is huge so budget extra time. The upside is that you can go almost anywhere in the world from this hub.
ToneJanuary 2, 2015Free wifi and quick checkin and security. The Air France lounge is chilled with complimentary alcohol
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If you're TSA Pre and traveling with someone who is not go to pre check and your companion can use the neighboring aisle....faster than the downstairs mess!!!
Fuddruckers is a great place for breakfast.. Specially the egg, cheese and bacon sandwich :) comes with a hash brown!
Zain M.August 9, 2014There is free Wi-Fi, extremely well maintained with great choices of places to eat.
Briana BaileyJuly 11, 2019No a/c, super hot and it took forever to get to the far D gates. The train dropped me at the beginning of the C gates and so you have to walk all of the C and D gates with no moving walkways
Premium/Fart track does not always apply, prepare to stand in line for a good hour for security even when traveling business and top tier loyalty member.- Get there early, security can be a pain and getting to your gate can take time as well.
Stephanie WilliamsJuly 28, 2013The staff here is amazing, including customs!! They actually smile, joke and have fun! Made visiting here easy and not stressful
When arriving on an international flight, try to stay at the front of the mobile lounge bus. This will put you in pole position to not have as long a passport line (unless 2 other 747s just unloaded!)
AlexApril 6, 2017The "mobile lounges" need to go. There's nothing worse than being the first off a flight only to get dumped out into one of these infernal diesel-fume-filled relics that waits 20+ minutes to leave.
Amy LewOctober 11, 2011If you're in Terminal C, head all the way back to C2 and eat at Potbelly's. Beats all the food closer to the AeroTrain. Also, now with Free WiFi!
Johnny HammondSeptember 4, 2013Harry's tap house doesn't have a very good list of beers on tap but the Kobe beef burger was delicious
etta yOctober 8, 2010You can make Super Shuttle reservations online. It's easy, you can't miss your ride, and it costs about half the price of a cab and takes half the time of the train (when going to Bethesda).
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Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
1 Saarinen Cir (at Dulles Access Rd)
Dulles, VA 20166
United States
Dulles, VA 20166
United States
Washington Dulles International Airport is a public airport in Dulles, Virginia, 26 miles west of downtown Washington, D.C.
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- Mon–Sun
- 24 Hours
(703) 572-2700
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"Crazy huge bus/train/shuttle. It's a must ride at least once thru Dulles."
Ian Tarasevitsch
"Ignore all previous tips. Several new restaurants and many of the old ones are gone. Much needed improvement. BRB burger has an excellent black bean burger and their other burgers looked good."
John Vinson
"Good mushroom Swiss burger and ceasar salad,,, get the hefeweizen"
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