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Washington D.C. (DCA) airport

Answers to the Frequently Asked Questions about Washington National airport (DCA)

 
  Washington National airport (DCA)

  What are the terminals, contact information and location?

  What are today's scheduled Departures flights?

  What are today's scheduled Arrivals flights?

  What are the car rental companies that are at the airport?

  What services, facilities and Lounges does the airport offer?

  What are the transportation services?

  Can I sleep at the airport and what hotels are there?

  What are the parking options?

  What airlines serve the airport?

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More Specific Frequently Asked Questions

You can board Metrorail (Blue or Yellow Line) directly from the elevated airport station connected via covered bridges to Terminal 2. The trip takes about 15 to 20 minutes with fares between $2.25 and $6.00, paid using a SmarTrip card or contactless bank cards.
Yes, public landside terminal areas are open 24/7. However, TSA security checkpoints close between 9:00 pm and 11:00 pm and reopen at 4:00 am, meaning non-connecting passengers cannot access airside gates overnight.
No, due to TSA federal aviation security regulations, there are no luggage lockers or baggage storage facilities at Reagan National Airport.
No, DCA does not currently host any lounges affiliated with the Priority Pass network. Available lounges include airline clubs (Admirals Club, Delta Sky Club, United Club), American Express The Centurion Lounge, and the USO Lounge.
You can walk using the covered pedestrian walkway or ride the free On-Airport Shuttle buses, which operate 24 hours a day connecting terminals, parking facilities, and the Metro station.
Yes, drivers can wait for free for up to 1 hour in the Cell Phone Lot, or take advantage of a free grace period of up to 60 minutes inside terminal garages (Parking 1 and Parking 2).
There are no hotels located inside the passenger terminal. However, multiple hotels in nearby Crystal City / National Landing offer free shuttle service stopping at the lower level arrivals curb.
 
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  Washington National airport (DCA)

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  Facilities and Lounges

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  Overnight Stay

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