What is the IATA code for Washington Airport?

The IATA code for Dulles Int'l is IAD.

Dulles Int'l (IAD) in Washington, United States. Terminal info, airlines, transport to city, and flight search on FareEagle.

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Q: How to reach Washington Airport from the city?

Metro/Rail: Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) Silver Line. The station is located near the baggage claim level of the Main Terminal. Frequency varies, but typically every 12-20 minutes. The fare to Metro Center in downtown Washington, D.C. is approximately $6.00 - $7.75 depending on peak/off-peak times. Travel time to Metro Center is about 50-60 minutes. Bus: Washington Flyer Silver Line Express Bus to Wiehle-Reston East Metro Station. Operates every 30 minutes. Fare is approximately $5.00. Taxi/Cab: Ola and Uber are available. A taxi to downtown Washington, D.C. costs approximately $60-$80. Pre-paid taxi counters are available inside the terminal. Distance: 42 km from downtown Washington, D.C., approximately 40 minutes without traffic, 60-90 minutes during peak hours.

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ℹ️ About Dulles Int'l

Washington Dulles International Airport opened in 1962 and is operated by the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA). In 2023, the airport served over 26 million passengers.

Its IATA code is IAD. Dulles serves as a major international gateway for the Washington, D.C.

area. Expansion plans include a new concourse and additional gates to accommodate future growth.

🏢 Terminals

Washington Dulles International Airport has one main terminal building and two midfield terminal buildings. The main terminal houses ticketing, baggage claim, and ground transportation.

The midfield terminals are Concourses A/B and C/D. Concourse A/B has 44 gates and primarily handles domestic and some international flights.

Concourse C/D has 52 gates and handles a mix of domestic and international flights. A new 14-gate concourse is planned to replace the existing Concourse C, with completion expected in 2027.

The airport has a total annual capacity of over 30 million passengers.

🚗 How to Reach Washington Airport

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Metro/Rail

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) Silver Line. The station is located near the baggage claim level of the Main Terminal. Frequency varies, but typically every 12-20 minutes. The fare to Metro Center in downtown Washington, D.C. is approximately $6.00 - $7.75 depending on peak/off-peak times. Travel time to Metro Center is about 50-60 minutes.

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Bus

Washington Flyer Silver Line Express Bus to Wiehle-Reston East Metro Station. Operates every 30 minutes. Fare is approximately $5.00.

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Taxi/Cab

Ola and Uber are available. A taxi to downtown Washington, D.C. costs approximately $60-$80. Pre-paid taxi counters are available inside the terminal.

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Distance

42 km from downtown Washington, D.C., approximately 40 minutes without traffic, 60-90 minutes during peak hours.

🛎️ Airport Facilities

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Lounges

British Airways Lounge (International departures, Concourse B), Air France-KLM Lounge (International departures, Concourse A), Lufthansa Business Lounge (International departures, Concourse B), Turkish Airlines Lounge (International departures, Concourse B), Capital One Lounge (Concourse A). Access methods vary by lounge (airline status, membership, or day pass).

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Food & Dining

&pizza, Au Bon Pain, Five Guys, Starbucks, Dunkin', Chef Geoff's, and many others. Several 24-hour options are available pre-security and post-security.

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Shopping

Duty-free stores are located in Concourses A and B. Retail brands include Brooks Brothers, Coach, and Swarovski. There are also newsstands and bookstores.

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Connectivity

Free WiFi is available throughout the airport. Connect to the network "FlyDulles Free Wifi".

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Banking

ATMs are located throughout the terminal. Currency exchange services are available through Travelex.

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Medical

MinuteClinic is located in the Terminal, pre-security, on the Baggage Claim Level. Hours vary.

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Other

Interfaith chapel is located in the Main Terminal, pre-security. Nursing stations are available in each concourse. There are no sleeping pods. A children's play area is located in Concourse B.

🅿️ Parking

Short-term parking: $6 per hour, $36 per day. Long-term parking: $10 per day. Economy parking: $12 per day. Valet parking: $30 for the first 2 hours, $10 for each additional hour, $60 per day. Pre-booking is available at https://www.flydulles.com/parking-transportation

💡 Tips for Travellers

Take the Silver Line Metro to avoid traffic congestion when traveling to or from downtown D.C.

Check the location of your gate in advance, as the concourses can be a significant distance from the main terminal; use the AeroTrain to get between the terminal and the concourses.

If you're parking long-term, the Economy lot offers the most affordable rates, but allow extra time for the shuttle to the terminal.

The Capital One Lounge in Concourse A can be accessed with a Capital One Venture X card, offering a comfortable space with complimentary food and drinks.

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