6+ Hours at Washington Dulles Airport
Maeve Power
Have you got 6+ hours to spare at Washington Dulles Airport? Check out these options to make the most of your airport downtime.
Head downtown
If you have a longer layover at Washington Dulles Airport, why not take the opportunity to visit Washington DC? The capitol city is located 27.3 miles from the airport so make sure you leave enough time to get back to the airport and through security before your next flight. Washington DC is a historic city in the US. Spend the day exploring Freedom Plaza, the Lincoln memorial and stop by the White House to see the iconic home of the President of the United States. As the airport is located quite a way outside of the city there are no direct public transport links from the airport to downtown. See transport options below for more information.Transport Options
The Silver Line Express bus service connects Washington Dulles Airport with the Wiehle-Reston East Metrorail Station. From there you can catch the Silver Line rail service which will take you to downtown Washington DC. There are a number of other bus routes that stop at the airport and will take you to surrounding areas. Inter-Terminal: The AeroTrain is an automated train system that connects passengers at Washington Dulles Airport between the Terminal and the Gate The Terminal station is located just beyond the TSA security screening checkpoints.Overnight Layover?
Sleepbox LoungeIf you have an overnight layover at Dulles airport and don’t want to leave the terminal to get a good night’s rest, head for Sleepbox Lounge. The lounge features 16 comfortable, sound-proof rooms where travelers can relax and get some sleep. Each room comes with an XL twin bed, pull-out desk and reading lamp so that you can truly relax and enjoy your layover. Minimum booking is for one hour so even if you just need a quick nap to freshen up, Sleepbox Lounge is a great option for you. Rooms cost $24/hour.Located on the Mezzanine level, between gates A6 and A14, near the AeroTrain in Concourse A.Luggage Storage
As with most airport in the US, there are no luggage storage facilities available at Washington Dulles Airport. If you have layover at IAD and want to store your luggage try these options:- Ask at the airport information desk for recommendations on nearby luggage storage facilities.
- If you are heading downtown, check for luggage storage lockers at bus and train terminals.
- Use Google to find a luggage storage service. There are lots of apps and websites that offer luggage storage options on large cities across the US.