Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

International passengers disembark and proceed directly to US Customs and Border Protection processing before retrieving luggage and entering the public arrivals area.

• Follow the overhead signage toward Passport Control and US Customs upon leaving the aircraft.
• Present your passport, visa or ESTA authorization, and any required customs declarations to the US Customs and Border Protection officer.
• Collect your checked baggage from the assigned baggage carousels in the International Arrivals Building.
• Pass through the customs exit inspection point with your luggage.
• Exit into the main public arrivals hall or follow signage for connecting flights to recheck your bags.

• Tren

  Metro (Metrorail Silver Line)

  Direct train service from Washington Dulles International Airport station to downtown Washington, D.C.

  Tiempo:

  roughly 50-60 minutes

  Costo habitual:

  typically $2.00 - $6.00 depending on distance and peak hours

• Taxi

  Taxi

  Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority licensed taxis operate from curb ramps outside the Main Terminal.

  Tiempo:

  roughly 35-50 minutes depending on traffic

  Costo habitual:

  typically $60.00 - $80.00

• Transporte VTC

  Rideshare (Uber / Lyft)

  Pickups are designated on the arrivals level outer curb outside the Main Terminal.

  Tiempo:

  roughly 35-50 minutes depending on traffic

  Costo habitual:

  typically $50.00 - $75.00

• Alquiler de coches

  Car Rental

  Shuttle buses run continuously between the Main Terminal baggage claim area and the off-site rental car facility.

  Tiempo:

  roughly 10-15 minutes shuttle ride

  Costo habitual:

  variable based on provider and vehicle type

Transferring between concourses at Dulles is facilitated by an underground train network and mobile lounge vehicles.

• The underground AeroTrain links the Main Terminal with Concourse A, Concourse B, and Concourse C.
• Mobile lounges and passenger transfer vehicles transport passengers directly between Concourses C/D and the Main Terminal or Concourse A.
• International arrivals making a domestic connection must collect their bags, clear customs, and recheck them at the flight connection counters.

Complimentary Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the Main Terminal and all concourses.

• Select the network named 'FlyDulles' on your device.
• Accept the terms and conditions on the portal page to establish a connection.
• Charging stations and power outlets are available near boarding gates and seating areas.

Banking facilities, cash machines, and currency exchange desks are available in multiple locations.

• ATMs accepting major international cards are situated across the Main Terminal and Concourses A, B, C, and D.
• Currency exchange counters operate in the Main Terminal and within the international arrivals section.
• Electronic and contactless card payments are universally accepted across airport services and ground transport.

A wide variety of food outlets operate before and after security across all concourses.

• Options range from quick-service coffee shops and grab-and-go counters to sit-down restaurants.
• Dining establishments are concentrated along Concourses A, B, C, and D.
• Pre-security dining options are located in the Main Terminal baggage claim and departures levels.

Multiple airline and independent lounges operate in Concourses A, B, and C/D.

• United Airlines operates multiple United Club locations in Concourses C and D.
• Concourse B features international carrier lounges, including Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, and Air France, as well as independent pay-per-entry lounges.
• Access varies based on cabin class, elite status, or purchase of a single-entry pass.

One hotel is located on airport grounds, with numerous options nearby offering shuttle services.

• The Washington Dulles Airport Marriott is located directly on the airport campus.
• Additional hotels near the airport offer complimentary shuttle buses picking up from the lower ground level.
• Hotel courtesy phones and information boards are positioned near baggage claim.

Baggage claim carousels are located on the lower level of the Main Terminal.

• Carousels are clearly numbered and displayed on flight information monitors.
• Luggage carts are available for a small fee near the baggage claim carousels.
• The Lost and Found office handles items misplaced within airport public areas, while airline staff assist with missing checked luggage.

Dulles provides dedicated facilities for travelling families and nursing mothers.

• Nursing rooms offering private spaces with outlets and sinks are available throughout the concourses.
• Family restrooms equipped with baby-changing tables are located across the airport.
• Children's play areas are available in select concourse locations.

• ATMs
• Currency exchange
• Nursing rooms
• Interfaith chapel
• Pet relief areas
• Duty-free shopping
• Service animal relief areas

Número de emergencia local: 911

• In an emergency, dial 911 from any mobile or public phone, or notify airport authority police.
• For medical assistance within the terminal, contact any uniformed staff member or police officer.
• If you lose your passport, contact your nation's embassy or consulate in Washington, D.C.

• Verifica la validez de tu pasaporte y cualquier visado, ETA o declaración de entrada requerida.
• Confirma tu terminal de salida en tu tarjeta de embarque el día anterior.
• Activa una travel eSIM para estar conectado nada más aterrizar.
• Descarga mapas sin conexión y haz una captura de pantalla de la dirección de tu hotel y la referencia de tu reserva.
• Informa a tu banco de que vas a viajar y lleva una tarjeta de pago de respaldo.
• Guarda el número de emergencia local y el contacto de tu embajada en tu teléfono.
• Fotografía tu pasaporte y guarda la copia en un lugar al que puedas acceder sin conexión.
• Comprueba la franquicia de equipaje y los artículos restringidos para tu destino.

Las operaciones aeroportuarias cambian. Confirma siempre las terminales, tarifas y horarios con las fuentes oficiales que se indican a continuación antes de viajar.

• Washington Dulles International Airport Official SiteFuente oficial del aeropuerto
• US Customs and Border ProtectionFuente gubernamental
• Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityFuente oficial de transporte
• USA.gov Official PortalFuente gubernamental