Washington Dulles Arrival Alerts
Get a text when their flight lands at IAD. United's East Coast hub.
Get a text when they land at IADAirport Code
IAD
Passengers/Year
24 million
Terminals
Main Terminal, Midfield Terminal
Exit Time
25-45 minutes after landing
About
Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport
Washington Dulles serves as United Airlines' East Coast hub and handles most of the Washington metro area's international traffic. The iconic Saarinen-designed main terminal is a landmark, though the airport's distance from D.C. proper makes timing your pickup critical.
IAD is 26 miles west of downtown Washington in Virginia. The Silver Line Metro extension now provides rail access, but driving remains common for pickups. The Dulles Toll Road and I-66 are the main routes, both prone to Northern Virginia traffic congestion.
A SkyText landing alert is especially useful here because the long drive means you need to leave well before the passenger exits.
Pickup tip
IAD is 26 miles from D.C. The Silver Line Metro now connects to the airport. Use the cell phone lot and wait for a landing alert — the drive from the city is long.
How it works
Track IAD arrivals.
Enter the flight number
Type the flight number for the arrival to IAD.
Add your phone number
Enter the mobile number where you want to receive the alert.
Get a text when they land
We track the flight and text you when they touch down at Washington Dulles International Airport.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
How far is Dulles from Washington D.C.?
IAD is about 26 miles from downtown D.C., typically 35-55 minutes by car depending on traffic.
How long to exit Dulles after landing?
Domestic passengers exit 25-35 minutes after landing. International arrivals take 40-60 minutes through customs.
Is there Metro access to Dulles?
Yes, the Silver Line Metro now connects Dulles Airport to downtown D.C. and the rest of the Metro system.
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