The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is preparing for a busy spring and summer travel season at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

With passenger levels trending upward in 2022, the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is advising airport travelers to expect congested airport-area roads, full parking facilities, busy terminals and new customer amenities for the upcoming travel season spanning Veterans Day weekend, Thanksgiving and other holidays through New Year’s Day. The Airports Authority is sharing essential tips travelers can use to prepare for a smooth journey. 

Economy parking lots reopening at Reagan National and Dulles International give travelers additional on-site options

Passengers at Reagan National and Dulles International Airports should be prepared for additional crowds and congestion from Thursday, Jan. 19, through Sunday, Jan. 22, for the 2017 Presidential Inauguration. 

A New Cell Phone Lot Closer to the Terminal Opens September 1

New Terminal Daily Lot, Just Steps from Main Terminal, Features Reduced Overnight Rate

Alexandria, VA— Anticipating a busy summer travel season, the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority will open an additional 2,000 parking spaces on Thursday, May 21. This will bring the total number of public parking spaces to 12,117. "We have seen continuing strong growth at Dulles, and served an additional one million passengers in 1997." said Airports Authority President/CEO James A. Wilding. "This summer will continue that trend so we are expanding our parking supply."

The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority has awarded a $95 million contract to Turner Construction Company to build two parking garages at Washington Dulles International Airport. These garages, totaling 2.7 million square feet, will be the first ever constructed at the airport. They will be located close to the Terminal and will provide over 8,400 covered parking spaces. The garages are scheduled to open in 2002.

The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority unveiled its first Parking Garage atWashington Dulles International Airport today in a dedication ceremony that included Virginia Congressman Frank Wolf, Fairfax County Chairman Katherine Hanley, Loudoun County Chairman Scott York, Airports Authority Chairman Norman Glasgow and Airports Authority President/CEO James A. Wilding.

Entry and Exit Lane Closures In Preparation for New Parking Payment System  

**Note: This press release was issued in 2002.** The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority announces a new easy way to pay for parking at Washington Dulles International Airport. The new system, called Pay & Go will be available starting October 8, 2002.

The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority opens a second new parking garage at Washington Dulles International Airport on April 15th, 2003. This is the second garage opened at the Airport and is located directly across the main entrance to the Terminal. There are approximately 3,600 parking spaces in Daily Garage 2, and 4,600 spaces will be added with the opening of Daily Garage 1.

Thanksgiving Travel Airport Tips Travelers coming to Ronald Reagan Washington National and Washington Dulles International Airports this Thanksgiving should be prepared for security procedures and arrive early for their flight. The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is offering travel advice to area travelers.

 Parking Expected to be Heavily Used As Passengers Increase at Reagan National AirportDrivers Asked to Call Ahead

Convenient payment options now available; more improvements coming soon

New smartphone payments, online ‘reservation’ system, more garage spaces and new short-term lot, expand choices and conveniences

50 Percent off Daily Rate through January 5 in Lot at Main Terminal  

Alexandria, VA— Motorists traveling to Washington Dulles International Airport this summer will benefit from roadway and parking additions that the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority will open on Memorial Day weekend.