I prefer Reagan National over Washington Dulles any day of the week. Easy to navigate. Gorgeous…read morehigh ceilings with clean and stylish amenities, plenty of premium clubs if you are a AA Admiral, AMEX Platinum, or United Club member. Lots of food vendor options. And overall, an easy travel experience outside of when there a plane delays. Since we are usually flying into DC as opposed to out, it's easy to access all the major points so long as traffic isn't bad or during rush hour. From the terminals, you can see the U.S. Capital and the Washington Monument looking firm and erect, erect and firm. And if you want to access DC via the metro, there is a station right there to take you into town within 10 to 15 minutes. Arlington is right there as is the Pentagon. One of the better airports in the country.

Easy access to parking and close proximity to everything DC, NoVA, and Maryland has to offer…read more Terminal to arrival/baggage claim was a very short distance away. Definitely easier and better in that sense compared to flying in and out of IAD. Garage parking is free for the first hour. Something we take for granted as many other airports don't offer such a thing. Too bad just about all eatery places were closed when landing at 9pm or so. I wouldn't mind flying in and out of DCA in the future.

Wow , super big airport compared to Fortlauderdale Fl . So…read moremany people going somewhere else . I went through the passenger check point quickly and then went in for the long walk to my terminal. Lots of stores to shop and eat . About this Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is the closest commercial airport to Washington, D.C., located just across the Potomac River in Arlington, Virginia. Known as the region's primary short-haul and business travel hub, it offers a highly convenient, fast-paced transit experience with stunning views of the D.C. skyline. Location is in Arlington County, Virginia (just 3 miles from downtown D.C. Serves over 26 million passengers annually, making it the busiest airport in the D.C. metro area.Ground Transportation & AccessMetro: DCA is directly connected to the D.C. Metrorail system via the Blue and Yellow lines.Taxis & Rideshares: Official taxi stands and rideshare (Uber/Lyft) pickup zones are located right outside baggage claim, with average rides into downtown D.C. costing around \(\$15 - \$20\).Parking: The airport features hourly, daily, and economy garages. You can check availability or pre-book spaces using the DCA Parking & Transportation page.

This terminal was very small, cramped and chaotic…read more I walked here from the metro and it's a bit of a hike from the metro stop from Terminal 2 to Terminal 1 - probably a 10 minute walk. I'm pretty fast and fit and I was sweating! Not a lot in the way of food - I ate at the only "real" restaurant here, Reservoir, which was French and expensive but, pretty good. It's a nice place to hang out with charging ports while you wait bc, once you leave, there isn't really anywhere to relax or sit by the gate. Small shopping tunnel as you walk to the "gate" area with a large bar and it was pandemonium. Loud, crowded and bumping into people, not enough seating for the amount of people, etc. Something I havent' seen at an airport before... that's for sure. Not comfortable but it's a well-oiled machine cranking out the boarding and flights. The spherical shape the Southwest flights leave from at gates A1-A8 or so was extremely cramped, loud, and chaotic as about 3 flights were boarding and lining up back to back - the lines overlapped with other gates and boarding and the agents were calling over one another with directions. Our gate agent was a pro - fast and efficient boarding and we were ready to hit the road. Very friendly and easy boarding experience. I haven't flown Southwest in years and it was a nice plane and great boarding process. Southwest did a good job here - but, boy, was it an interesting experience with all

Airport - the DCA…read more I've connected through here a few times and for my last visit, I actually had this as a destination / departure airport. Getting out of this airport was relatively easy: plenty of signs pointed the way to the rental car shuttles and I was on my way in a jiff. For the return you really notice that this place has been around for a long time based on the architecture. Rental car drop was a snap and the shuttles get you to the terminals in short order. I loved the bronze statue of Ronald Reagan that is standing out front of Terminal 1 (old terminal) and the adjacent Terminal 2 appears to be the more modern add-on to the original airport. TSA and security lines went smoothly and I had plenty of time to kill so walked around and noticed the abundance of shops and places to eat. Restrooms were very clean and well lit. Just a very good experience both coming and going.

Airport was easily accessible via the Metro system. We were in Terminal 2 serving American Airlines…read moreand it appeared updated and well maintained. Plenty of restaurants, gate seating, charging stations, and restroom facilities.

I'm taking advantage of a flight delay to do a review of a security checkpoint. Anyway, of the two…read moremain TSA checkpoints, I find that this one seems to be less crowded. It's totally anecdotal, but it just seem to flow better. Security at DCA tends to be smoother than other airports possibly due to its smaller size and the high number of frequent fliers so don't discount the South Tier however. The TSA agents are efficient, and the setup was designed after 9/11, so it's built to accommodate large numbers of people unlike the security areas at a lot of other airports. I rarely am in line for more than 5 minutes (I have PreCheck), they also have Clear lanes for those who have joined that program. Read th signs on the lanes (General boarding, PreCheck, or Clear. They often leave it up to people to read the signs and the TSA agents will kick you right back to the end of the line if you get in the PreCheck line without actually having PreCheck.

Just used them a 2nd time for family visit to Arlington National Cemetery family member gravesite…read more area. Had my Moms with me who are seniors and disabled and they were great with Mom and Mom in law both... Thanks for all the help in a challenged mobility situation for both Moms and striking the right vibe to deal with an emotionally challenging situation well... Things flowed really well... They are my go to folks whenever I'm in DC area... Evelyn

The driver came in a timely fashion and was very Courteous to my entire family. The vehicle was…read moreclean and our driver (Mostafa) kept us entertained by highlighting all the monuments around DC.

No air conditioning at terminal 6. Feels like 90 degrees. It's awful. Everyone is miserable. How…read morecan this be?

This review is not about the airport itself but about the Budget Car Rental department which is the…read moreworst car rental carrier in that state!!! They wouldn't refund my money because I didn't have my ID , WHICH PPL do make mistakes EVERYDAY! The customer service department SUCKS AND IS VERY RUDE!!! I stood in line for an hour and a half just to be told that I couldn't even change the reservation in my man's name! STRAIGHT BULL! I'm going to complain to corporate about their customer service and business practices!!!

I have been through BWI airport several times now and I will say that I am very impressed with the…read morelayout of the airport. Back in the old days, BWI airport was very difficult to get around and if you had a short timeframe between connection flights, chances are you will not make your next flight. The airport has been through several renovations, and it is much more adaptive to get around the airport. The selection of restaurants are much better depending on which terminal your flight comes into. BWI has a beautiful ambiance and everything is easily accessible in the airport. It is a great airport and would choose to connect through BWI anytime if I go to visit family in NC.

Spent some time in Concourse D at BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport after a flight delay. Easy to get…read morearound, decent food options, and a comfortable spot to grab a quick bite and relax before boarding. Overall, a smooth experience

The village idiot has found employment! I'm kinda in my feelings as I type this but how do you…read moresleep at night telling a passenger that I can transition through the TSA prescreen but my minor son cannot? Chile please! Who in their right mind intentionally separates themselves from their kids all in the name of one of you getting past the security checkpoint faster? Sorry boo, wasn't raised that way. As for my family and me; we'll remain civilized and stand in the line with the rest of the general population. It's too much going on in the world to purposely introduce chance into a well planned trip. No reason to debate with the TSA agent as I'm not trying to make the evening news. however it is annoying when your coworkers who are watching tell me how to bypass you. Alas, the power of a dollar tree badge has reninded me of my place in the food chain.

I see all the bad reviews but I guess I was lucky this go around. Since the lines weren't so long…read moretoday that was one check off the list to make me so happy!! I had my dogs with me so I love when everything can go as smooth as possible. The guy that was checking the IDs and boarding passes was nice and was trying to keep the line moving!! He did a great job. Then once we get into the next line to strip down....kidding...just the normal routine shoes, any pocket items, metals items, laptops..etc. Since I have my dogs I have to place everything on the belt and wait for it to go by and then go through the walking metal detector rather than the standing arms up your under arrest stance detector. Any who as soon as I walked through the walking detector I was greeted by a smiling TSA worker that adored my dogs. As many may not know they will wipe both your hands down so they can see what chemicals you may be carrying. So after that they put it in a machine and I have to wait. Once I was cleared, on to getting my stuff. All in all I received a great experience and appreciated all the smiles!!!

No lines at 11am on a Friday... they were friendly and the lines move pretty fast. IYDK but you…read morecan keep your shoes on now! Yay!! Just be sure to keep an eye on your stuff as it can get backed up when they are screening your bags. I do recommend getting here at least 2 hours before your flight boards ... for domestic flights..

As usual we got conflicting information, some officers said we could leave stuff in the packs. The…read morebags were sidetracked for this and we waited as they told us it wasn't their fault. Their officer told us to do this! They took 2 of 5 Tillamook Cream Cheese containers, what the?

Five stars to the lovely and hardworking TSA staff who kept a happy atmosphere and the line moving…read moreduring a significant government shutdown. We were in and out in less than ten minutes, even during a busy spring break season. I truly cannot be more thankful and appreciative.

DCA has the convenience factor going for it, but the overall cleanliness leaves a lot to be…read moredesired. For an airport that sees this much traffic, the upkeep just isn't where it should be. The bathrooms in particular feel overdue for a full overhaul--dated fixtures, worn surfaces, and a general lack of freshness that makes quick stops more unpleasant than they should be. Food options are another weak spot. For a major airport in the nation's capital, the selection feels surprisingly limited and uninspired. A few more modern, varied, and well‑maintained dining choices would go a long way toward improving the traveler experience. Three stars feels fair: the location is great, the layout is manageable, but the cleanliness and amenities need real attention to match the expectations of today's travelers. Safe travels