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Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
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The sunsets at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is a can't miss
"Beats IAD by far! Easy access to I395 and metro into the city."(87 Tips)
"Free wifi courtesy of AT&T!!! Love it!"(34 Tips)
"Great architecture and scenic views on take off and landing"(47 Tips)
"Also you can see the Washington monument from here which is amazing!"(14 Tips)
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Colin CampbellMay 15, 2012Wear sneakers if you're getting off the metro and going to terminal A. That puppy is a hike!
I am astonished that it is not mandatory for all taxis to allow passengers to pay by credit card. It is 30 degrees out today and two cabs were allowed to refuse to take me. Change this rule!
GE AviationNovember 15, 2011Air Quality Initiatives: CO2 emissions from CNG (compressed natural gas) shuttle buses at Reagan National are significantly lower than conventional diesel buses.
Margaret CoreNovember 13, 2011There is a new bronze statue of RR as you enter on the road. Still I will call this airport National!
KellyMarch 2, 2014Have to wait several minutes to take the ghetto bus to get to your gate.. And more buses to some planes! No good food selections. Small and dumpy and very overcrowded! Long line to use restrooms.
If you are taking off towards the north, sit on right side of plane and have camera ready.
Wash your hands. It's good for you plus the soap here smells so good!
Erin RathSeptember 1, 2016Security is quick, which is nice. Unfortunately, the Delta terminal has a very limited selection of coffee – as in, Starbucks or Starbucks.
Ronald Reagan Airport...unless you are a Communist and then you can call it National.
sometimes they play Kylie Minogue in the southwest terminal and I get my liiiiiife
Delta frequent flyers can get TSA-pre. Fast security without emptying your bags or taking off your shoes.
Joel ReedJanuary 20, 2015Usually long lines, but outside security they have a few decent shops and eateries to kill some time.
Lauren GrayAugust 11, 2014Eat before you go to this airport, not a lot of good food here at all. JetBlue area was nice though!
Use the new passbook app to get through TSA - no printed boarding passes needed!
if you arrive early enough, one way to pass some time is to go through security in the wrong terminal.
The landings are hard and the takeoffs are fun but the convenience is hard to beat.
Lisa TroutmanMarch 6, 2012Easily the most efficient rush hour TSA check of my traveling career thus far. Bravo!
#1 airport for flying in and out of Washington DC 🙌🏻
Don't ever lay on the carpets in the B and C Terminals. The terminals are infested with field mice. They run around everywhere late in the evening. Probably where your laying now!
For those without a Five Guys near home, try it here near gate 39-45
Cheapest breakfast: --pot belly. $3.50 for a big ass breakfast sandwich
Kate SlagaJune 23, 2013Going through security is total hit or miss. Sometimes it's 5 minutes from curb to gate, sometimes it's closer to an hour.
Frontier Airlines check- in does not open until 0430! Even if you check-in online, there's no frontier staff to take your bag!!
Paige PenningtonMay 16, 2012Never been threw security so fast, I walked right threw! Any other airport you usually have to wait in line.- Use Uber cabs are terrible at national and the people running the cab lines are very in professional.
You can get to terminal B/C from terminal C on a bus--but you cannot get to terminal B. B/C is a different terminal, strangely.
Gustavo Moya OrtizMay 31, 2019Delta Gate area is small and they don’t have much to eat. Try to have breakfast before your trip.
If you are visiting DC, welcome and come see us at Chef Geoff's.
Just had a veggie sandwich. Basically a 5 Guys burger...no meat. Awesome and reasonable
Avoid having your hairspray confiscated! Check it with your bag and fly with fabulous hair!
- Kristen JonusApril 27, 2012Do not sit near gates 24-35 if you want some peace and quiet before your flight, the number of announcements they make is ridiculous! Decent food options though, limited souvenir places.
Make sure your name is spelt right on your ticket, I found out the hard way that it costs $200 to change
Hungry? Matsutake before security has great sushi, ramen, and amazing service.
Best day to travel late afternoon day after Thanksgiving.
Stephanie PetrusoJanuary 10, 2014Brought your Maryland library card? Download books for free at the airport and read on the plane! http://maryland.lib.overdrive.com/
If you travel with a water bottle, you can fill it after security at Fuddruckers in Terminal C.
Chris BaccusMay 23, 2012I highly recommend Sylvester for your TSA pat down. He is considerate and gentle.
JEM TruelySeptember 23, 2012Don't bother with elite line. It alternates with the TSA prescreen line and agents have to explain the procedure to every passenger.
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Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
2401 S Smith Blvd (at George Washington Memorial Pkwy)
Arlington, VA 22202
United States
Arlington, VA 22202
United States
Open (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 24 Hours
(703) 417-8000
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"Clean, convenient and good access to the city through metro"
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"Terminal B is really clean and nice. There is some shopping, many good places to eat and its an optimal spot for people watching. there is always something happening in Terminal B"
Eric Taib
"Vastly improved since the renovation! Stylish decor and tasty, easy-order dining options."
Joel Whitaker
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