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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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If you have TSA Pre-check, remember that it closes at 7:00 pm.
DoubleTree by HiltonOctober 10, 2011If you’re unable to select the middle seat when booking your flight, do not book that flight. The flight is most likely oversold which could make for an unwanted adventure when take-off time comes.
Guadalupe RodriguezMarch 16, 2015Just don't carry any liquids with you, make everyone's life easier!
Despair if you're in gates 10-22, the TSA lines are double the size of all the other gates. TSA Pre took away lines, so it's working without enough machines
Hidden little bar outside the northernmost terminal adjacent to the Cosi
There’s a Dunkin just as you come out of security (before baggage claim)
Call it what you want, but this airport will always be known as Washington National. 😬
Sandra G.March 16, 2014Be aware at United Airlines curb side check in the guys helping you will be asking for TIPS.
Charlie ThedogJune 25, 2013Awesome cab stand operation. Nothing like that rotten port of Columbus jacked up operation.
Akshay CoppaNovember 26, 2013American Airlines guys are awesome! When US airways was cancelled due to maintenance they put me on AA without extra charges
Alex LundryJuly 21, 2010Great place to bring bored kids on a hot day. Watch the planes taxi and take-off in the AC. Of course try to avoid high traffic times out of respect to people actually travelling.- Beats IAD by far! Easy access to I395 and metro into the city. My preferred DC airport.
Adrian SolisMarch 16, 2013If you're flying out of Terminal A, allot 10-15 mins for the hike to the terminal from the Metro station. Whew!
Make sure you get a window seat....Nice view of the Capital and other landmarks
MikeFebruary 10, 2011If a guy approaches you near the metro entrances on the foot bridges, claiming he was just released from jail and needs cab fare after being put on the wrong bus, rest assured he's a scammer.
Eat at cosi and check Grellin.org for healthy choices.
Mark BuensalidoMay 31, 2013From Hertz to Terminal signs say 8-12 mins. I was able to make it in 5 and I'm a slow walker.
Brandon WilliamsonJune 2, 2012The cell phone lot is awesome, great place to see how comfortable your seats are leaned back
Lots of renovations happening here. Excited to see it all finished.
Terminal A has a nostalgic hallway art museum of sorts. Cool memorabilia.
Whatever you do, don't call it "Reagan". Call it "National" or the locals (like me) will hate you.
Briana VenianaJune 4, 2012Small and Beautiful airport. Take time to look out the huge floor to ceiling windows.
Dear Lufthansa social media team, advertising your 747-8 service from Washington with a promoted "tip": WRONG FRIGGIN' AIRPORT.
Locals still call the only major city airport named after two presidents, "National."
Sarah CrawfordOctober 1, 2012Love jet blue ...free TV ...awesome flight attendants and enough leg room for me!!!!
Heather JNovember 4, 2013Don't go through TSA and wander into your gate until you need to if you want something to do or eat. There isn't a lot to do (we were in the screening that went to gate 38).
The cell phone waiting area has like 15 spaces total. Just wait in front of the exit like the signs say not to.
To get to the red line from DCA metro stop, take yellow line towards georgia/mt vernon and get off at gallery place then switch to red. happy metro riding!
Southwest terminal is short distance from curb to the gates!
Airport security is a run like the DC government. 6 people standing around, watching one person work. Headphones also seemed to be a security threat and had to be run through an X-ray machine.
Thoko KachipandeOctober 27, 2012Haven't used Reagan in a while but very slow moving lines & clear under staffing on a Saturday morning don't do it for me. So 2 hrs early for domestic, esp if u use long term parking.
Try to grab a window seat flying in and out. Great views of DC, northern VA/Alexandria.
Bob NiemicSeptember 26, 2013Don't call it Reagan. To Washingtonians, it always was Washington National or simply National. Why did Congress attempt to name the airport "Reagan" when it was already named for President Washington.
Daniel SanchezDecember 28, 2010If you are heading to downtown DC make sure you know what metro line gets you closer. Changing trains with luggage can be a hassle. Metro stations and cars are not luggage friendly.
Michelle BroderickNovember 29, 2013There is a historic plantation on the airport grounds over by the metro stop.
bobbie stewartJanuary 6, 2012Ronald reagan one of the best airports here in the USA I actually work there and its grrreat!!!
Rebecca Murtagh @VirtualMarketerNovember 15, 2011On a clear night, great views of Lincoln, Washington and other monuments on the mall from your flight.
Yes, airport stay open all night but check in ie kiosk for open til 430am
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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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