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Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

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    The sunsets at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is a can't miss
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    Anthony
    "Beats IAD by far! Easy access to I395 and metro into the city."(87 Tips)
    Antroine M.
    "Free wifi courtesy of AT&T!!! Love it!"(34 Tips)
    George P.
    "Great architecture and scenic views on take off and landing"(47 Tips)
    Nekesha M.
    "Also you can see the Washington monument from here which is amazing!"(14 Tips)
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  • Paul B.
    Paul BruggerJune 10, 2013
    Flying today? Tweet @FlightStatus with your flight number and get real-time flight updates via Twitter. Remember to "like" this tip :)
  • Heather P.
    Heather PoirierOctober 27, 2022
    Been here 50+ times
    Up at 01:30 to get a 03:30 Uber to get a 05:00 flight to Seattle and the American Wine Society conference.
  • H ..heart icon on user image
    H .MAugust 11, 2021
    Consider it for domestic it’s cheaper than IAD, small and nice airport
  • Jay Y.heart icon on user image
    Jay YarsiahFebruary 26, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Always have more connections than Dulles if you in the region. Small but service is fast
  • Kevin K.
    Kevin KigerApril 11, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Always call it National Airport or DCA. Ronald Reagan fired all the traffic controllers there and yet the tools in Congress renamed it after him.
  • Andrew O BC 翁.
    Andrew O BC 翁March 22, 2015
    Beautiful airport & great scenic views
  • Anne
    AnneMarch 18, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    When you're done there, check out Gravelly Point Park and watch the planes take off Wayne's World style:)
  • Magnus J.heart icon on user image
    Magnus JernFebruary 9, 2015
    Small, fast and efficient airport. Great views when flying in.
  • Sean O.
    Sean O'HanlonNovember 21, 2011
    Do you care about Energy Security and/or the Environment? Let your airline know via Twitter that you want to fly on domestically produced #biofuels!
  • Donovan D.heart icon on user image
    Donovan DasherDecember 7, 2018
    Been here 25+ times
    DCA > IAD, and it’s not even close. Never had a bad experience at Reagan, and that’s saying something for an airport! TSA Pre-Check comes in handy here.
  • Tanya A.
    Tanya AquinoMay 5, 2011
    Been here 50+ times
    If you get to Einstein's bagels try the frozen cafe mocha- caffeine plus milkshake!
  • Travis J.
    Travis JonesMay 18, 2013
    If its late hit Qdoba in terminal A. Great service excellent service and cold cold beer.
  • Gary R.
    Gary RogersMarch 11, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    If you're riding metro from DC and flying US Airways sit in the rear of the train to be closest to the exit near US terminal. All other airlines towards the front
  • Andrew C.
    Andrew CostelloDecember 17, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    If you have time, check out the original gates, located between Terminals A and B. Ah, what travel was like before security!
  • Kevin O.
    Kevin O'NeillAugust 31, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Economy parking FULL!? Check parking status ahead of time at http://www.metwashairports.com/reagan/227.htm
  • Catie R.
    Catie RuschFebruary 20, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Give yourself ample time to make connections- if your connection flight is in a different terminal you have to go through security to get to it.
  • GE Aviation
    GE AviationNovember 15, 2011
    The western part of the airport was once within a large Virginia plantation called Abingdon, a remnant of which is now located near the airport's Metrorail station.
  • Chuck G.
    Chuck GoseSeptember 12, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    If you're stuck here for a while, which is likely, get a drink from Dive Guys. Free refills.
  • Eric F.
    Eric FeaglesJanuary 3, 2015
    Been here 100+ times
    there are not different terminals expect for historic A. three piers One Is C usairways B/C is AA Us Ans Jetblue B/A delta and United
  • Andy @.
    Andy @hust0058August 2, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Former President Ronald Reagan is a member of Tau Kappa Epsilon and recipient of the North-American Interfraternity Conference's Gold Medal.
  • Jeannea S.
    Jeannea SpenceOctober 25, 2011
    The Jack Daniels burger with sweet potato fries at TGI Friday's is awesome! Best airport good ever!
  • Vic R.heart icon on user image
    Vic RodgersAugust 27, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    If your boarding pass says gate 45, you akmost always nedd to look at monitors to see where your actual gate is.
  • Amol K.heart icon on user image
    Amol KApril 4, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    So much easier to get to DC than from IAD or BWI
  • Ashley D.
    Ashley D'ArcyNovember 26, 2011
    i recommend wearing a long flowing skirt, reading rabbit, run, and eating auntie anne's. (also, five guys has free wifi.)
  • Michael G.heart icon on user image
    Michael GogelMarch 23, 2015
    Great selection of food / eat something, don't get hungry!
  • Maggie A.
    Maggie AnzardoSeptember 25, 2013
    For a sweet treat, try the chocolate croissant at the Euro Cafe by Gate 9!
  • GE Aviation
    GE AviationNovember 15, 2011
    A statue of Ronald Reagan was unveiled at the airport on November 1, 2011, outside Terminal A, part of a year-long celebration commemorating 100 years since the birth of our 40th President.
  • Caleb P.
    Caleb PicouMarch 25, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    Passengers near the tail of a plane are about 40 percent more likely to survive a crash than those in the first few rows up front
  • Shannon S.
    Shannon StinsonMay 30, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    If you have to overnight here, you're screwed. They clear out terminal, meaning you're left to sleep on the concrete floor. Awesome.
  • Jaime W.
    Jaime WojdowskiOctober 24, 2014
    Been here 50+ times
    New security checkpoint in terminal A! Not bad, and quick even during rush hour on a Friday!
  • Drew M.
    Drew McLellanMay 31, 2013
    DC is an uber city. You can use uber with cabs or town cars- so easy and convenient!
  • Michael R.
    Michael RMarch 26, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    For fast flavorful food and the better beverage choice, choose California Tortilla when you're waiting in the Gate 35-45 area.
  • Raven C.
    Raven CatlinMay 16, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    Dollar Thrifty Advantage off site. Take shuttle from middle curb. Wait at least 15 min unless u get lucky!
  • Steph
    StephJuly 14, 2012
    If you're flying out of discount airline terminal A, make sure to buy your reason material and eat in advance. The terminal selection is dismal.
  • Dan F.heart icon on user image
    Dan FoyOctober 6, 2016
    Yeah, it's a fine airport, but if you need a tip to select an airport, you need to adjust your priorities...
  • Cicely L.heart icon on user image
    Cicely LOctober 22, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    Nice and clean. Easy to find where you need to be.
  • Trae F.heart icon on user image
    Trae FNovember 4, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Easy airport to travel in and out of.
  • Joe F.
    Joe FinleyApril 24, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    The hottest spot in town to wait out your flight delays. Wether it's terrible airline service, weather, or air traffic controller furloughs! And sure...your flight will definitely depart in 20 minutes
  • Santi C.
    Santi CaamañoJune 2, 2015
    Really confusing to get to the Car Rental area... be extremely careful while reading the signs.
  • Charlie-Mikeheart icon on user image
    Charlie-MikeDecember 9, 2016
    I love DCA! Always so easy to get in and out of this airport ✈️
  • David L.heart icon on user image
    David LubinJuly 31, 2017
    Very well organized
  • Patty R.
    Patty RodriguezJanuary 23, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    I love this airport...simple, clean & always a quick and painless process.
  • Eric C.heart icon on user image
    Eric CNovember 7, 2014
    Been here 50+ times
    I love this airport. It's easy to navigate and metro accessible
  • Kevin G.
    Kevin GNovember 25, 2010
    Try ignoring the Orwellian overtones while walking through the security line as the head of TSA tells you on the bigscreen to stay calm as your civil liberties are invaded.
  • Scarlet R.
    Scarlet RoseMarch 29, 2022
    Been here 10+ times
    The new American Airlines security area is very nice.
  • AJ B.
    AJ BickleyMay 5, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    Check out "Arm Candy" kiosk next to Smithsonian. Handbags cleverly made from woven candy wrappers. Visit to get the story behind the design.
  • Alex C.
    Alex CMarch 27, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    If you arrive early for your flight, eat & drink before you go through security. Restaurant options after security aren't nearly as good.
  • Athenaheart icon on user image
    AthenaMay 9, 2018
    Been here 50+ times
    There’s a construction project that could impact your travel. Plan ahead to arrive early.
  • Dawn G.
    Dawn GreenidgeMay 6, 2012
    Google where your going & ask the sweet guy at the info booth how to get there. Damsel in ..... always helps
  • Henry W.
    Henry WillcoxJune 3, 2013
    If you get here early. You'll wait for your gate to free up. Enjoy the Tarmac.
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