Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is an international airport in Loudoun and Fairfax counties in Virginia, 26 miles from downtown Washington, D.C. It's one of the three major airports in the larger Baltimore–Washington metropolitan area. Here's its address:
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
1 Saarinen Cir, Dulles, VA 20166
To compare transportation rates with airport parking costs, learn more about Dulles Airport Parking.
Ground Transportation
If you search for a shared or private ride to or from IAD Airport, we'll help you find everything you need! Many airport transportation options are available in the area, such as Dulles Airport shuttle service, rideshare, taxi, rental cars, and public transit. Several airport transfers are available to take you to your desired destination in or around the city.
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Dulles Airport Shuttle
There's a lot to see and do in Washington, D.C. If you're flying into or out of the nation's capital, a reliable and punctual airport shuttle service is one of the best options. Some of the most popular transfers from Dulles International Airport are shared-ride shuttles or vans.
Update: Shared transfers might not be available due to COVID-19. Contact any transportation provider for more info!
GO Airport Shuttle offers Dulles airport transportation to and from your home, office, hotel, or conference center in the area. Their airport shuttles from Dulles can take you to Washington D.C., Fairfax, Bethesda, Manassas, and more. To assist you in comparing the prices and finding the cheapest ride, we listed the GO Airport Shuttle fares below. These are the rates for up to 14 passengers.
| Destination |
Price |
| Fairfax |
$76 |
| Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) |
$87 |
| Downtown Washington |
$109 |
| National Mall |
$109 |
| Capitol Hill |
$109 |
How to find your GO Shuttle ride at IAD Airport?
After collecting your bags, go downstairs to the ground level. Go to sections 1D and 1E and look for the white van with a green GO. You can reach this Dulles Airport Shuttle by calling 800-776-0323.
Super Shuttle Express is a popular shuttle company that provides dependable transportation and can provide you with a shared ride, a non-stop ride, or black car services. Due to health concerns, shared rides aren't available and the rates are significantly higher. For additional information or reservations, call Super Shuttle phone number 800-BLUE-VAN.
How to find your Super Shuttle ride at IAD Airport?
Shuttles collect passengers on the lower level. If you need any help or guidance, feel free to reach out to Super Shuttle.
Hotel Shuttles
Being the state's capital, Washington D.C. is home to impressive neoclassical monuments and buildings, as well as museums and performing arts venues. There's also a great number of hotels for all the visitors. If you’re searching for hotels near Washington Dulles Airport with a free shuttle, check our list below to find the best ones:
| Hotel |
Phone Number |
| The Westin Washington Dulles Airport |
703-793-3366 |
| Hyatt Regency Dulles |
703-713-1234 |
| Hyatt House Sterling Dulles Airport |
703-435-9002 |
| Hilton Washington Dulles Airport |
703-478-2900 |
| Washington Dulles Airport Marriott |
703-471-9500 |
| Best Western Dulles Airport Inn |
703-471-8300 |
Call a hotel of your choice if you have any questions or to check the availability of hotel shuttles.
Rideshare
App-based transportation options are very affordable and popular options these days. If you’re looking for an Uber from Dulles to D.C. or a Lyft from Dulles Airport, we have all the information you need. To give you a glimpse of their prices, we’ve outlined the estimates from IAD to the following destinations:
| Destination |
Uber |
Lyft |
| Downtown Washington |
$52 |
$50 |
| Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport |
$50 |
$45 |
Discover all about airport pick-ups, as well as up-to-date fares, in our detailed guide to Uber Dulles Airport.
Taxi Service
You can easily find a taxi cab at IAD Airport. Washington Flyer Taxi Service offers 24-hour service, while other cab companies are prohibited from soliciting passengers on airport property. To find a taxi at the airport, follow the signs for Ground Transportation or Taxi to the lower level of the Terminal, down the ramp to Door 2 or Door 6.
No reservations are necessary, but if you want to be sure you’ll have a ride as soon as you arrive, you can make a reservation by calling 703-572-8294. The estimated fare from Dulles to Downtown Washington is $70.
Rental Cars
If you prefer to have the vehicle just for yourself but cannot drive your own, the best option is renting a car. You can find all available car rental companies on the list below. At IAD Airport, free shuttle buses take customers from the Terminal to the rental lot.
| Rental Company |
Phone Number |
| Advantage |
703-661-6503 |
| Alamo |
844-648-1605 |
| Avis |
800-331-1212 |
| Budget |
800-218-7992 |
| Dollar |
800-800-4000 |
| Enterprise |
844-648-1602 |
| Hertz |
800-654-3131 |
| National |
844-648-1604 |
| Thrifty |
800-541-7044 |
If you made a reservation, check the following instructions on where to pick up your vehicle:
From the Terminal Baggage Claim Level, exit down the ramp to Door 2, 4, or 6. Rental car shuttle buses pick up at Curb 2C or Curb 2F. They are operated by each individual company—look for the company's logo on the bus before boarding.
Public Transportation
You don’t have to spend a lot of money to get reliable transportation. If you’re not in a hurry and are looking for the cheapest transfer, public transport is the choice for you.
Metro's Silver Line provides a convenient Silver Line Express Bus between the airport terminal and the Wiehle-Reston East Metrorail Station. The one-way fare for adults is $5.00, while children younger than 2 years ride for free. To find the bus stop at Dulles Airport, go to the Arrival Door 4. Learn all about the service in our Dulles Airport Metro guide.
Other transportation providers pick up passengers on the second curb after exiting down the ramp from Baggage Claim:
- Fairfax Connector is a local bus with Route 981 and Route 983 operating at the IAD Airport. Route 983 serves the museum and operates only during museum hours. Route 981 operates outside of museum hours. Both routes serve locations in Reston. The regular fare is $2.00.
- Metrobus Route 5A can take you to Rosslyn Station and L'Enfant Plaza in Washington. The exact fare is required, and that is $7.50.
- Virginia Breeze is an intercity bus service connecting Blacksburg, Virginia with Union Station in Washington, D.C. One of the stops is at Dulles International Airport. Ticket prices range from $15-$50, depending on your selected trip.
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