Welcome to the August Edition of the Reagan National (DCA) and Dulles International (IAD) Airports Monthly Newsletter.
π£ Travel Tips: The Labor Day holiday is just around the corner, signaling the transition from summer to fall. Use Metrorail or Kiss and Fly drop-off at DCA or IAD to avoid traffic. Take advantage of Trusted Traveler Programs and MPC to get through customs faster. | FlyWashington Magazine ➡️ Summer 2025 Issue | Grab a print copy of our summer 2025 issue throughout DCA & IAD airports next time you fly.
π One of the highlights of this issue is international airline stopover programs: Seoul, Istanbul, Addis Ababa, and Beijing.
✈️ Korean Air (Seoul), Turkish Airlines (Istanbul), Ethiopian Airlines (Addis Ababa), and Air China (Beijing) are transforming layovers into curated journeys featuring immersive city tours, luxury stopover packages, and signature culinary experiences. If you are connecting through these cities, the stopover program just might get you a free hotel stay. | Dulles Day Plane Pull and 5K/10K Run Returns September 13 & 27, 2025 | π
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Mark your calendars! Our annual Dulles Day and Plane Pull festival will be on September 13th, at IAD. Come see military aircraft, classic cars, ride on our mobile lounges and more! Free admission. All proceeds from this event go directly to Special Olympics Virginia. Free event shuttles will be available to take guests from the Dulles Airport station on the Silver Line Metrorail. π π
Saturday, September 27, 2025 Keep the excitement going at the Dulles 5K/10K Run on the Runway on September 27th, featuring a scenic course along the runway. Space is limited. All participants must register online in advance. | Last Call for Summer Adventures | Summer's final call—squeeze in one last adventure before school starts. Reserve airport parking now and make those last memories count. π
Ώ️π | New airline alert! We are thrilled to announce Boliviana de Aviación will be starting service on November 4, 2025 at IAD! This twice weekly flight will fly to Santa Cruz de la Sierra (VVI) via Panama City. | Experience an unforgettable European adventure. Getting there is easy with British Airways non-stop service to London (LHR) and convenient connections across the continent. | This month, airlines including COPA, SAS, Saudia, United, Lufthansa, Ethiopian, ANA, and Avianca came together to showcase their global reach from IAD. They highlighted vital connections spanning Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa, and the Middle East—underscoring the airport’s role as a true international gateway.
✈️ Learn more about the destinations these airlines and many others serve from IAD. | Washington Nationals Baseball: 20th Anniversary Season ⚾ | Washington Nationals Baseball – Season Ends September 28, 2025 Don't miss one of the last chances to see the Nats play at home for the 2025 season! Enjoy a day of baseball and get your tickets today. ⚾ | Save the Dates for Theatre Week 2025 | September 18 - October 5, 2025 | Theatre Week celebrates the launch of the theatre season in the Washington, DC region with tickets to 20+ shows for just $25, $45, and $65 and free events, like a musical theatre concert at The Wharf. Stay tuned for updates at theatreweek.org. | New Vending Options & Store Opening at IAD | π ILLY: Unlike traditional coffee vending machines that serve instant coffee, these advanced machines grind, brew, and serve ILLY's signature blend of 100% Arabica beans sourced globally, delivering a truly premium coffee experience. ☕ ➡️ IAD Main Terminal (near Baggage Claim #1) & Concourse B | π CLEAN JUICE: Now available at IAD through our convenient automated retail machines —bringing you USDA-certified organic cold-pressed juices right where you need them most! ➡️ IAD Concourse A (by A19) and in Concourse C (by C16) | π PLUM MARKET is now open at IAD - a quick-serve restaurant with a full-service bar and grab-and-go items featuring locally sourced ingredients. ➡️ IAD Concourse A, Gate A5 | [Coming Soon]: IAD π Fiolina: Full-service Italian restaurant with grab and go options. π The Goods @ IAD: Travel essentials and snacks. π Grille District: Full-service restaurant with American fare. DCA π Nalley Fresh: Quick serve restaurant featuring customizable and healthy salads. | A Sneak Peek at DCA’s New Parking Deck
| If you’ve been passing through DCA’s Economy Lot lately, you might have noticed something rising on the horizon—a brand-new parking deck! Crews are hard at work, and passengers can already see the deck’s foundation, decking, and steel structures taking shape from nearby buildings. Inside, the team is busy installing electrical systems and customer amenities. The garage will provide more parking flexibility when it opens in 2026. As a reminder, parking in the Economy Lot is reduced during construction. It is highly recommended to reserve parking in advance to guarantee a space during this project. π
Ώ️ | Get Through Customs Faster
| Certain eligibility requirements are required to apply! | Are you using Global Entry? Use the Global Entry Mobile App to process even faster!
The app allows eligible travelers to submit their travel document and photo through a free, secure app on their mobile device, streamlining the traveler’s entry process into the United States by reducing passport control inspection time and efficient processing. | Don't Have Global Entry? Try the Mobile Passport Control App. It's Free! | Mobile Passport Control (MPC) allows eligible travelers to streamline their entry process into the United States by submitting their travel document, photo, and customs declaration information through a FREE, secure app on their smartphone or other mobile device. Key Benefits of MPC: π Shorter wait times in Customs π Free, easy-to-use app π Groups up to 12 can be processed together π Available at most major U.S. airports π Ability to declare items in app Reasons to use MPC: ↪️ Get through Customs faster. ↪️ Keep your group of family or friends together. If you are a parent traveling with your children, this is a great option for you. ↪️ Don't qualify for a Trusted Traveler Program but still like to take advantage of an expedited process. ↪️ Waiting for approval for a Trusted Traveler Program. | Download the official DC Airports mobile app to stay up to date on airport information. | Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Washington, DC, DC 20001 | |
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