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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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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
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.
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.
✨Misty WuoriApril 5, 2013Capitol Ground in B concourse is a great spot for a quick breakfast! The staff is so friendly too :)
If you are TSA pre-check, you may have the option to try CLEAR for free.
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!)
Watch out for the "shark-cars". They are so cute! (The white transport busses going from gate to gate)
Chetu19September 5, 2017Pretty massive Airport. Removal of footwear is mandatory. Also have beauty products lesser than 100ml.(Sunscreen,face wash, Shampoo)
Diana BurkeNovember 25, 2014Service was great dealing with my connecting flight. Took this picture in one of the gift shops.
Home away from home. Use Gate Guru app to find shops, restaurants near your gate.
Nick BentleyJuly 4, 2018A bit of a hike to get there, but pretty good airport. They need to replace the buses you take to the terminals.
Aniya NelsonApril 17, 2019wear comfortable shoes in case your terminal is far. and I mean reallllllyyyy comfortable
Andre' MosleyJune 23, 2014If you are headed to C-Gates, make sure you get on the last tram. This is closest to the walkway entrance.
Tom isaanOctober 14, 2018They remove bags from the carousel, so looking for you baggage make sure to check the bags in the floor
Melissa AugustineSeptember 14, 2010If you have a long layover go to the air and space museum. 12 minute shuttle ride from airport 1 USD round trip and soooo much more interesting than staring at a billboard
This is one of the only Five Guys locations that serves breakfast. And it's amazing(ly self-indulgent).
Be extra early and get Global Entry/TSA Pre-check to save yourself some time.
Peter EegFebruary 14, 2014JetBlue continues to be the easiest way, and cheapest way, to get to Southern Calif. Early flights are nice.
Leo ArmanyJuly 15, 2013If you are in need for any type of limousine, car & shuttle to nd from Dulles airport, Reston Coach Transportation can help. We offer 24 hour airport transportation by luxury sedan, limo & Buses.
Michael B.June 9, 2012If you have time, take a cab and visit Udvar Hazy Centre, part of the Air & Space Museum just 2 miles down the road!
Pomona ValeroApril 30, 2012The shuttle to the Air Space Museum is 0.50 each way. $15 + tip for a cab. Shuttle leaves every 45 min & the museum closes @5:30 these days.
This airport is huge so budget extra time. The upside is that you can go almost anywhere in the world from this hub.
The airport is really large, but the signage will keep you moving in the right direction without having to stop.
John MasciFebruary 11, 2014INSANELY spread out. Give yourself +30-40 minutes. Shuttle to tram to this weird elevated bus on the Tarmac. I walked over 1.6 miles from door to plane.
Aaron DancygierMay 1, 2014If you need to get to Arlington take the metro 5a it's a six dollar ride that will save you 50.- Sometimes hot and nasty, other times cold and clammy...this is one airport that I could scratch off ever visiting again...and never miss it.
Jonathon TaylorApril 16, 2024The staff are very friendly. Our transfer went very quickly and smoothly.
Andrew CJune 2, 2016Second only to maybe Philly INTL for grossest airport in the country. Trash and grime on everything. Unidentified stickum on the seats. Unacceptable.
EzgiJuly 9, 2017It is so cool that train is used for arriving to gates.Small and lovely airport.Loved it☺
Low JamesJanuary 13, 2012Five Guys has the best cheeseburgers. There's two locations: one in Terminal A and one in Terminal B. If you plan to have fries, you're better off with a single patty.
Abdulmoez TahmazMarch 30, 2018If i will travel to US again, i will go through this airport because of the fast process to go inside US
KrisJune 11, 2013If you're in concourse B, there's a chipotle. Or if your flight is delayed and need to unwind, go to vino volo for some wine.
DC Social Sports ClubMarch 3, 2012Good riddance to the monster trucks but it's still a hike between the check-in counter and your gate. Dress lightly and prepare for a workout.
Santi CaamañoJune 2, 2015Migrations takes waaay too much time! One from standing in the migrations line until I got thru customs. Luckily there's free open wifi.![Evan[Bu]](https://fastly.4sqi.net/img/user/32x32/1718914-0E4PXEUXZ2KFIAR4.jpg "Evan[Bu]")
Those mobile homes on wheels that are driving around the airport are known as plane mates or mobile lounges. To me, they're known as a pain in the ass.
Anthony Van DetteApril 6, 2015Nice airport. Got to the gate within ten minutes from the time I walked through the front door.
Pick up your friend at departures to avoid the rush. Just tell them to go upstairs.
Frankly, the old people movers are faster to C gates than the new train. Take it if you can.
Chanel HendersonNovember 13, 2013Outlets above each seat by the entrance to H gate shuttles if you need to charge phones and laptops!
Take the Washington Flyer shuttle ($5) to the Silver line metro (~$6) to get downtown.
Kevin BrooksOctober 19, 2024Always crowded every time I fly through. Forget about getting food with the wait.
SamsoniteMay 3, 2011Traveling with a furry friend? Dulles International Airport has 5 locations for pet relief. These fun locations have K-9 grass, a white picket fence, and a fake fire hydrant.
Security here is a well coordinated ballet, but there's a large mix of nationalities, which make for long wait times during rush hours. Be smart and arrive early.
By far the least efficient and worst airport in the National Capital Region. Use BWI or Reagan if feasible. Otherwise, plan on long security lines at any time of day on any day of the week.
Somedays I feel like a real ninja and I can do anything I put my mind to. That and the sassy pants don't hurt
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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
"Excellent vegetarian and vegan options available at California Tortillia (near Gate C-19). My favorite: No Meato Burrito (w/o Sunset Sauce)!"
William Daroff
"Good mushroom Swiss burger and ceasar salad,,, get the hefeweizen"
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