|
|
|
|
|
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Airport Information
(Washington, District of Columbia - DC, USA)
 With yearly passenger levels of around 25 million and located just 26 miles / 42 km west of Washington city center, the busy Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) lies next to Brambleton, Floris, Hattontown, Herndon and Reston. The Dulles Airport facility itself is vast and covers almost 12,000 acres / 4,860 hectares and boasts just over 30 airlines, flying to 120 destinations, around two-thirds of which are domestic.
Dulles Airport offers passenger plenty of choice in the way of ground transportation, linking downtown Washington and its many nearby neighborhoods. These include the lively Adams-Morgan district, the African-American neighborhood of Anacostia, Foggy Bottom and its waterfront, the fashionable district of Georgetown, and Capitol Hill area, home to the famous US Capitol.
Book your Washington Airport Flights here - excellent discount rates available.
Washington Flyer coaches and taxis, and SuperShuttles are amongst the most popular ways to reach the city and the communities of Arlington and Alexandria, which lie across the Potomac River. Metrorail rapid-transit trains are available close to Washington Dulles Airport, with the West Falls Church Metrorail Station being connected by coaches. Further afield, Chesapeake Bay can be found to the far south-east.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) Information: History and Facilities
After almost a decade of discussions and planning, a site for the current Dulles Airport was chosen in 1958 on the westerly outskirts of Washington, amidst much controversy, since many farm buildings and houses needed to be demolished. In 1962, president John F. Kennedy opened Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD), when it became the world's very first airport designed for the usage of jet-powered aircraft. The terminal remains particularly famous for its graceful architecture and stylish curves, inspired by flight itself.
Amongst the passenger amenities found within the main terminal at Washington Dulles Airport are Travelex currency services, Triptel cell phone rental, Smartcarte luggage trolleys and cashpoints operated by the Chevy Chase Bank. Also available is an information counter with travelers aid and paging services, a United Service Organization lounge for military passengers, and interfaith chapel within Concourse B.
Shopaholics at Washington Dulles Airport will be pleased to find innumerable shops, with branches of Borders, CNBC Express, Faber Gifts, Mindworks, Stellar News, Tax and Duty Free all here, along the many restaurants and dining options. The main eateries include Cosi, Cuisine d'Avion, Euro Café, Gordon Biersch, Tidewater Landing and Villa Pizza.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) Information: About Washington Tourism
Washington, located in the District of Columbia, is America's famous capital city and home to the White House, the official residence of the President of the USA. Many other much-loved landmarks also reside within Washington, such as the towering Washington Monument, the Greek-style Jefferson Memorial, the palatial Library of Congress, the imposing Lincoln Memorial, and the magnificent Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial, which cost almost $50 million to build and comprises four separate outdoor areas.
Dulles Airport (IAD) is close to the suburbs of Chantilly, Herndon, Reston and Sterling, and is also relatively near to Alexandria, Fairfax and even Baltimore. However, it is Washington DC where most tourists flying into the airport choose to head first, often paying a visit to the National Mall, which stretches between Capitol Hill and Potomac River, and contains an array of famous monuments and exceptional museums.
|
|
|
WASHINGTON AIRPORT GUIDE...
Washington Airport (IAD) Information
Washington Airport (IAD) Hotels
Washington Airport (IAD) Airlines and Terminals
What to See in Washington
Washington Airport (IAD) Directions
Washington Airport (IAD) Car Rental
Washington Airport (IAD) Orientation and Maps
Washington Airport (IAD) Travel and Transport
Washington Airport (IAD) Facilities
Washington Airport (IAD) Car Parking
Washington Airport Climate and Weather
More Airports Guides
Washington Airport (IAD) Link Exchange
Washington Airport (IAD) Links
Washington World Guide
USA World Guide
Washington Airport (IAD) Disclaimer
|
|
