Real-time flights, transport options, airport tips and more
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) serves as a major aviation hub for Washington D.C. and the surrounding region. This guide provides live flight departures, arrivals, delay statistics, and transport options to help you navigate IAD Airport with ease. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a frequent flyer, find everything you need — from real-time flight boards to traveler tips — all in one place.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Silver Line Metro connects Dulles to downtown D.C., costing $2-$6 depending on time of day and taking 50-60 minutes. The Virginia Breeze bus goes to Union Station for $15-$19. Taxis cost $60-$85 and Uber/Lyft around $57-$59 to the city center, taking about 40 minutes.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the airport. Airline lounges from Lufthansa, British Airways, and Air France stand out with shower facilities. Other lounges include Turkish Airlines and United Polaris, with day memberships available.
Terminal Lot costs $25/day, Garages 1 and 2 cost $17/day, and the Economy Lot costs $12/day with free shuttle service. Off-site hotels like Hilton offer parking from $6-$8/day with shuttle service.
Arrive 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international flights. IAD is a large airport and walking distances between gates can be significant. The AeroTrain connects the main terminal to midfield concourses.
Check the live delay index above for real-time delay statistics at Washington Dulles International Airport, including the percentage of delayed flights and average delay times. Download byAir for push notifications on flight status changes.
