Welcome to the May Edition of the Reagan National (DCA) and Dulles International (IAD) Airports Monthly Newsletter.
📣 Travel tips: Use Metrorail or Kiss and Fly drop-off at DCA or IAD to avoid traffic. | Getting Ready for 2025 Summer Travel | With the summer travel season taking off on Memorial Day weekend, IAD and DCA airports are ready to launch summer vacations to destinations across the United States and around the world. Check out new nonstop routes starting in May from IAD.
We’ve put together our annual Summer Travel Guide—packed with tips to help you make the most of new amenities, reduce stress, and save time.
Some important tips:
👉 Reserve parking well in advance and join the PassPark rewards program. Earn points toward valuable rewards when parking at the airports.
👉 Use the free Mobile Passport Control, or “MPC app,” for a faster trip through U.S. Customs when returning from an international trip. Global Entry also offers a free app that can save time at the airport.
👉 Use Metrorail or Kiss and Fly drop-off at DCA or IAD to avoid traffic. In addition, there will be more police activity at the terminals to keep traffic moving on crowded curbsides.
👉 Don’t forget to bring a Real ID or other TSA approved ID to the checkpoint to avoid delays.
Select an airport to view our travel tips: | Explore Local Tours & Excursions This Summer | 📣 Use Promo Code: MWAAMay25 at Checkout 📣 | From DC’s landmarks to hidden gems around the globe, book unforgettable guided tours with ease.
Use promo code MWAAMay25 to save 5% on our next adventure anywhere around the world. Book by June 15, 2025! | Travelers flying nonstop to Panama City (PTY) from IAD can now enjoy Copa Airline’s newest DREAMS business class on afternoon departures. | Allegiant has landed with even more options for IAD passengers. You can now fly on Allegiant’s nonstop service to Savannah, GA – Knoxville, TN – Ft. Walton Beach, FL – Ashville, NC. | Practice your yahoo with the Official Airline of the Calgary Stampede. Fly non-stop from IAD to Calgary for all the excitement July 4-13, 2025. | Takeoffs Feel A LOT Like Touchdowns with the DC Defenders | 🗣️ FINAL BOARDING CALL 🗣️ There is only one game left to catch the DC Defenders at Audi Field! Don't miss your chance to be part of the action. | Guarantee Your Summer Travel Parking Space | Summer’s calling, and your next getaway deserves a smooth takeoff. Reserve parking now to lock in a convenient, stress-free start to your summer escape. 🅿️🚗 | DCA Economy Parking Capacity Reductions | Parking Reservations Strongly Encouraged! | Parking capacity in DCA’s Economy Lot remains temporarily reduced to make way for the construction of a new parking structure. Due to this reduction in space, demand for parking in all facilities will be higher than normal during the summer peak months and through 2026.
We strongly encourage making advanced reservations to guarantee a parking space in your preferred facility prior to your arrival. | Save Time and Skip Congestion: Use Kiss & Fly and the Cell Phone Lot | IAD Airport:
Picking up? Use the Cell Phone Lot to wait for arriving passengers. After they've collected their baggage, and exited the terminal, have them call you with the door number and level (departure or arrivals) where they are waiting. [See Google Map]
Dropping off? Use Kiss & Fly Drop-Off to save time. It's located at the Dulles Silver Line Metro station, which provides easy access to moving walkways that will take passengers straight to the terminal. Follow "Kiss & Fly Drop Off" signs and avoid curbside congestion. [See Google Map]
| DCA Airport: Kiss & Fly provides a quick route for those customers flying on Alaska, American, Delta, JetBlue, and United - with easy access to the North and South Security Checkpoints. Follow purple signs to “Kiss & Fly” which leads to a marked pull-off area between the Parking Garages and the Metro station. [See Google Map] | Experience WorldPride in Washington, DC from May 17 – June 8, 2025 & Pride Month | This year marks the 50th anniversary of Pride in Washington, DC! Join the momentous celebrations as the nation’s capital is painted with pride, featuring a variety of events to inspire, empower and connect the international LGBTQ+ community and their allies. The Fabric of Freedom theme emphasizes our community, woven together through our rich cultures, diverse identities and backgrounds.
📅 WorldPride DC: May 17 – June 8, 2025 📅 Pride Month: June 1 - 30, 2025 | Located pre-security at departure level, East Security Mezzanine entrance. 📸 | Selfie station located post-security, Concourse A, closest to gate A15. 🤳 | Located post-security, National Hall near Vino Volo. 📸 | Selfie station located post-security, National Hall near the children’s play area. 🤳 | Shopping and Dining: New Openings | Solid State Books (National Hall / C24)
A hybrid concept that combines the uniqueness of a local bookstore (solidstatebooksdc.com) along with an assortment of souvenirs and travel essentials. | Eastern Market (National Hall)
Retail marketplace carrying all the necessary travel essentials, incorporating a shop within a shop concept Natalie’s Candy Jar with nostalgic candy, and +Wellness. | Five Guys (Concourse D)
Goodbye old 35X gate and hello to a new convenient spot for Five Guys juicy burgers, hot fries and milkshakes! | FlyWashington Magazine – Spring 2025 Issue | Our Spring 2025 issue is now available! Grab a print copy throughout DCA & IAD airports next time you fly! | The Capital Runway Podcast
| Tune into our latest episode for all things airport concessions! Episode 20 – A recap of the 2025 Airport Experience Conference (March 28 – April 1) which took place in National Harbor, Maryland. | Download the official DC Airports mobile app to stay up to date on airport information. | Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority, Washington, DC, DC 20001 | |
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