• Passengers are advised to arrive at the airport two hours before a domestic flight and three hours before an international flight.
• Thunderstorms? Check with your airline for flight info before you leave for the airport. 

Be prepared for your next flight. Learn about the checkpoint security screening process and policies.

• Get answers to frequently asked questions about security screening.
• Learn what items can be packed in your carry-on or checked baggage.
• Know the carry-on luggage rules – avoid unnecessary delays at security checkpoints.
• Don’t forget to bring a Real ID or other TSA approved ID to the checkpoint to avoid delays. Otherwise, visit TSA’s website in advance to confirm your ID and pay a $45 fee.
• Join your airline’s Touchless ID program for a faster trip through TSA PreCheck while leaving your physical ID in your wallet or purse at the checkpoint.

Kiss & Fly drop off 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 Drop Off” which leads to a marked pull-off area between the Parking Garages and the Metro station.

• Watch video if you're dropping anyone off
• Watch video if you are picking someone up
   

• The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport station (blue/yellow lines). It is connected to the concourse level of Terminal 2. The Metrorail system provides easy and affordable access to locations throughout Washington, Virginia and Maryland.
• Ridesharing services such as Lyft and Uber are available at the airport. They are located on the arrivals level at DCA.  

• Visit our interactive shopping and dining website, which provide the latest status and operating hours for available concessions both pre- and post-security.  
• Skip the wait and order now from your phone! Fuel up before your next flight and enjoy contactless pick-up when you order ahead with DCAordernow.com. 

At Reagan National, new concessions include:

Colada Shop (Near C-gates): A popular D.C, gathering spot offers delicious Cuban-style food, coffee and cocktails in a lively atmosphere.  
Busboys and Poets (End of D-gates): Local, vibrant community-driven restaurant and café serving globally inspired comfort food.  

• Parking at the airport is in high demand. It is important to reserve parking at Reagan National well in advance to guarantee space. Customers with reservations can park even if the garage or lot is marked as full.
• If you’re planning to park at the airport and haven’t made a reservation, check the latest parking availability prior to leaving home on the Reagan website homepage.
• Reserve parking well in advance and join the PassPark rewards program. Earn points toward valuable rewards when parking at the airports. Online reservations offer the best rates available.
• PassPark Premium offers access to parking spots closer to the terminal. Located exclusively on Level 2 of Parking Garage 2.