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"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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Laura GaulkeApril 30, 2012So I accidentally left my phone at home and I can leave this tip on my laptop, but Foursquare only allows checkins on their mobile app. Rats! Free WiFi is here, that always good!
Drinks cost less inside the checkpoint than outside of it. Its worth the wait, and you get the added benefit of not having to hurry to drink it before the Tsa throw it away.
In the parking garage? Nice day out? Skip the shuttle and take the walkway to Terminals B or C!
B. You win the Nobel Peace prize because you trusted in the goodness of humanity and truly believed your property would still be where you left it. Your 1 million dollars richer!
Rachel SmithAugust 9, 2011Wifi-works great, no problems streaming either Netflix or Hulu. Outlets in seating area to plug your techno happys in. Nice personnel, security check was fast, and my bags came out as I walked up
Chris SheehyJuly 6, 2015Consider using the Metro to get from the airport to your hotel - it's super easy and cheaper than a cab in most cases.
The United Staff are amazingly friendly... If you have an issue talk to Ms.C Franklin. She will get it resolved quickly an always with a smile .
A lot of construction going on here. Be prepared for a bigger and better airport. Hopefully when they are done, you no longer have to catch a bus to the flight line to get on your plane.
Cheryl F.December 18, 2012Welcome to DC! If you ever get off the plane... Be prepared to taxi for a good bit before either taking off or landing. They never seem to have enough gates and/or runways for all the flights.
The cell-phone lot is always maxed out. If you're coming from the north on the GW Parkway, wait at the Roaches Run parking lot instead. It's got more spaces and much better planespotting.
MetroSeeker.comOctober 12, 2011Word to the wise: get out your laptop, take off your shoes and belt, and don't stand there holding up the security line if you want to get on your plane with as little irritation as possible.
I have never seen the security screening lines so long. Thankfully the TSA agents moved us along quickly and when the screener saw my CPAP in my carryon, she apologized to me for having to screen it.
As president, Ronald Reagan fired all the air traffic controllers, yet Congress named the airport after him, then forced DC to pay to change all the signs in the Metro to add Ronald Reagan to the name
There’s some construction going on at the entrance in Terminal A, and you have to take the escalators at the ends only to get to security. Feels like you’re leaving, but it’s down there!
Ariel HermanJuly 9, 2017Smallish domestic airport with a nice design and some good food options. Ben's Chili Bowl is here!
If you need a seat with a power outlet, the seat right next to Legal Seafood has two outlets to power up.
Anthony ColeyMay 4, 2019Busy, yet efficient airport. Beautiful interior architecture and short walks to the gates.
Zihao YangSeptember 21, 2022Caution that Terminal 1 and 2 have separate security screenings. Enter either one will go through security again.
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"TSA Pre-Check" @ Reagan National for active duty military is pretty much the best and only efficiency saved us 15-20min; shoes stay on, laptop stays in bag!
There is an underground walkway from parking lot A to all terminals!
Be careful if you book a connecting flight through here, you need to give yourself extra time since sometimes the connections between gates are delayed by shuttle.
Andrés GaviotaApril 10, 2015Amazingly beautiful Building mead of steal is an architect dreams come true
Easy parking, you can take the metro directly to the airport, lots of clean bathrooms, easy to get on 395.
National airport is a short metro ride from DC, which makes it more awesome than Dulles or Thurgood Marshall airport.
For a pleasant view of the Washington Monument and Capital Building while at the airport walk outside Door 6 on the ticketing level to the railing of the north terrace/grassy area.
In the words of the immortal Will Smith, "I'm goin to Miami" well then driving to Boca...but I can still sing the song!!
Kim KobzaMarch 22, 2012For easy layovers take the yellow metro line one stop to Crystal City for choice of hotels. Crystal City Marriott is easy in and out.
If you're flying into DCA at night be sure to sit at a window got a beautiful birds eye view of the night lights of the Nation's Capital!
The TSA Pre Check line is sometimes longer than the regular line!
To have the fullest experience here, be sure that you're on a flight where every seat is booked and there are multiple crying babies.
If you happen to have some time, check out the incredible viewing area outside of Terminal A, in the old building. It's amazing. It's outside of security.
Mary PhillipsApril 12, 2013First time here. It's an older airport but pretty easy to get in and out of plus it offers great views of DC!
Escalator for Metro access by Baggage Claim 10. But pls, if you are a visitor, don't try to wrangle your luggage on Metro during rush hour, AM or PM. Use it during off peak hours.
You don’t have to be there extra early because the airport is small and you can get to your gate immediately after going through the TSA checkpoint.
ASCLSMarch 19, 2011If your arriving in DC for the ASCLS Legislative Symposium and you are heading to the Hyatt Regency Crystal City, go down to baggage claim & then ground transportation for a free shuttle to the hotel.
Ted HMarch 24, 2015Flying into or out of gate 35 or 35X for US Airways? Don't forget your jacket, you'll have to step outside and hop on a bus to the plane.
Rory GaganNovember 21, 2013This airport is far superior to Dulles. Friendly staff all around and free Wifi. Cheap, quick, and easy Metro ride to the city.
Smaller airport, quick security lines. Not much at terminals but major renovations underway so there are more restaurants coming soon! One of my fav airports.
Beautiful airport. Easy access to downtown DC and the airport via Metro transit trains.
Bring an empty water bottle. This hands-free bottle fountain is located across from Gate 26.
Maria NelsonJuly 31, 2017Baggage claim is pretty fast and there are good spots to sit down and charge your phone, even before security or when you're waiting to pick someone up
Ryan DormanJune 23, 2010The absolute best view of DC is the southbound visual river approach. Hard to know if you'll be landing that way but keep and eye on the landing. lived here for several years and its still great
Ingrid HartmanMay 25, 2013If you are flying JetBlue, budget in an extra 10 min for the super long walk out to Terminal A (or walking back to the metro after you arrive). And come on people, take the metro!
Not a lot of charging areas but easy to navigate once you’re past the checkpoint. Getting to the terminals can be a challenge if you are not familiar with the layout. Wear comfortable shoes.
Skip the cab line with the @TaxiMagic app. Schedule a pickup at Terminals B or C and wait for your cab at the outer road at passenger pickup. You can watch your driver arriving.
Lots of construction going on right now, so where you went last time might be different the next time. Watch for signs.
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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
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- 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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