Washington · United States
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington Dulles International Airport is located approximately 26 miles (42 km) west of downtown Washington, D.C., in northern Virginia. The airport consists of a distinctive Main Terminal designed by Eero Saarinen and two parallel midfield concourse buildings housing Concourses A/B and C/D. It serves as a major hub for international arrivals into the US Capital Region as well as a primary domestic hub for United Airlines.
Terminals
- Main Terminal
- Handles ticketing, check-in, security screening, baggage claim, and ground transportation access.
- Concourses A and B
- Serves international airlines, non-United domestic carriers, and select United Express regional flights.
- Concourses C and D
- Functions as the main hub facility for United Airlines mainline operations.
Aankomst
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.
Naar de stad reizen
Trein
Metro (Metrorail Silver Line)
Direct train service from Washington Dulles International Airport station to downtown Washington, D.C.
- Tijd:
- roughly 50-60 minutes
- Gemiddelde kosten:
- 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.
- Tijd:
- roughly 35-50 minutes depending on traffic
- Gemiddelde kosten:
- typically $60.00 - $80.00
Ritdelen
Rideshare (Uber / Lyft)
Pickups are designated on the arrivals level outer curb outside the Main Terminal.
- Tijd:
- roughly 35-50 minutes depending on traffic
- Gemiddelde kosten:
- typically $50.00 - $75.00
Autoverhuur
Car Rental
Shuttle buses run continuously between the Main Terminal baggage claim area and the off-site rental car facility.
- Tijd:
- roughly 10-15 minutes shuttle ride
- Gemiddelde kosten:
- variable based on provider and vehicle type
Verbindingen & transfers
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.
Wi-Fi & verbonden blijven
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.
Geld, kaarten & fooien
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.
Eten & drinken
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.
Lounges & rust
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.
Luchthavenhotels
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.
Bagage & douane
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.
Familie & toegankelijkheid
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.
Voorzieningen
- ATMs
- Currency exchange
- Nursing rooms
- Interfaith chapel
- Pet relief areas
- Duty-free shopping
- Service animal relief areas
Nood & veiligheid
Lokaal noodnummer: 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.
Voordat je van huis vertrekt
- Controleer de geldigheid van je paspoort en eventuele visa, ETA of vereiste inreisverklaringen.
- Controleer de dag voor vertrek de juiste vertrekterminal op je boardingpass.
- Activeer een reist-eSIM zodat je direct online bent zodra je landt.
- Download offline kaarten en maak een screenshot van je hoteladres en boekingsreferentie.
- Laat je bank weten dat je op reis gaat en neem een reservebetaalkaart mee.
- Sla het lokale noodnummer en het contact van je ambassade op in je telefoon.
- Fotografeer je paspoort en bewaar de kopie op een plek waar je offline bij kunt.
- Controleer de bagagevrijstelling en eventuele verboden artikelen voor je bestemming.
Officiële bronnen
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- Washington Dulles International Airport Official SiteOfficiële luchthavenbron
- US Customs and Border ProtectionOverheidsbron
- Washington Metropolitan Area Transit AuthorityOfficiële ov-bron
- USA.gov Official PortalOverheidsbron
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